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ABS Security Update: Java Vulnerability CVE-2026-91403

Actual risk classified as Medium. No immediate action required.

ABS Security Update: Java Vulnerability CVE-2026-91403

Actual Risk to ABSSolute Classified as Medium On 21 October 2026, Oracle published a critical security advisory concerning a vulnerability in Java (CVE-2026-91403). ABS Laundry Business Solutions has assessed the impact on ABSSolute. The practical risk is considerably lower than the generic severity rating suggests, and security updates are being prepared. Generic CVSS severity...

23 October 2026

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ABS Security Update: PHP2Shell

ABSSolute ERP Is Not Affected by PHP2Shell On 21 October 2026, two critical vulnerabilities in PHP received significant worldwide attention. ABS Laundry Business Solutions confirms that the ABSSolute ERP application stack is not affected, both in ABSSolute Cloud and in on premises installations. ABSSolute ERP application stack: not affected Availability and performance: no impact...

22 October 2026

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Three Days of Hospital Laundry Expertise in Nantes

↑ Jean-Luc Bertin, Business Consultant (left), and Rémi Uriet, Sales Manager (right), ABS Laundry Business Solutions From 7 to 9 October 2026, ABS Laundry Business Solutions attended the 41st Study Days of the URBH (Union des Responsables de Blanchisserie Hospitalière) at the Cité des Congrès in Nantes. The event brings together hospital laundry managers...

19 October 2026

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ABS at INTERCLEAN 2026 in Prague

On 1 October 2026, ABS Laundry Business Solutions took part in INTERCLEAN, the annual Czech conference for professional laundry, cleaning and textile rental. The 29th edition, organised by the Czech Association of Laundries and Dry Cleaners (APaČ), welcomed more than 200 participants at the Stages Hotel in Prague. Robert Tye, CCO at ABS Laundry...

14 October 2026

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No Surprises for Industrial Laundries

↑ Laura Constantinescu, Application Delivery Manager, ABS Laundry Business Solutions For an industrial laundry, a software update should never cause a stir on the production floor. Behind every smooth ABSSolute upgrade is a structured release process built to protect daily operations. Laura Constantinescu, Application Delivery Manager at ABS Laundry Business Solutions, is responsible for...

13 October 2026

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Smarter Ragging with Rag Pool Scan

Somewhere on the sorting line, a worn towel or frayed sheet reaches the end of its life in the pool. In the industry this moment is called ragging, a term dating back to when worn out linen was cut up for reuse as rags. Every item that leaves the pool affects stock levels, replacement...

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I AM ABS – Gabriela Panzariuc, QA Software Engineer & Internal Auditor

What happens when a background in engineering, auditing, and project management all converge in one role? For Gabriela Panzariuc, QA Software Engineer in the Infinity Daniela Team and Internal Auditor in the ISO Team at ABS Laundry Business Solutions, the answer is a career built on precision, structure, and a genuine commitment to getting things...

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ABSSolute Release Notes 9.10.02

Release Communication · ABSSolute 9.10.02 Redesigned: Release Notes The Release Notes for ABSSolute 9.10.02 follow the redesigned format for the second time. The detailed change log is a set of short, scannable notes: what changed, where it lives, and the ABS Academy course to learn more. Distributed earlier than before, so the latest improvements are...

29 September 2026

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How The Linen Group Built a Precise, Data-Led Operation with ABS

Running a busy industrial laundry means that stock has to be accounted for at every stage, from the wash floor to the customer site and back again. For The Linen Group, technology and accurate data have long played an important role in maintaining that level of control. As an early adopter of RFID within the...

24 September 2026

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Turning Industry Insight into Action

ABS Laundry Business Solutions attended the TRSA Hospitality / F&B Conference on September 16 and 17, 2026, at the Embassy Suites Boston Waltham. Kristi Sanders, Vice President of Customer Success North America, and Scott Rotkowski, Vice President of Sales North America, represented ABS throughout the two day programme, which brought together executives, general managers, and...

22 September 2026

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Extending Textile Lifecycles in a Circular Economy

The global conversation around sustainability is increasingly focused on circularity. In the textile industry, this means moving away from a linear model of production and disposal toward one that prioritizes reuse and longevity. Rob Helsen, Chief Product Officer at ABS Laundry Business Solutions, points out that this shift is not only driven by environmental concerns...

15 September 2026

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Play Now: Truck Load Turbo

Loading a truck correctly, quickly and safely is one of the most demanding moments in any industrial laundry. ABS is turning that daily challenge into something anyone can try from a browser with the launch of Truck Load Turbo, a new interactive game built around the same principles that guide the Truck Load Assistant application...

9 September 2026

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ABS at Vitec Marketing Council Stockholm

Every Vitec Software Group company was invited to take part in this year’s Marketing Council, a two day gathering for marketing colleagues across the group, hosted at Ellery Beach House in Stockholm. Robert Tye, Chief Commercial Officer, and Stijn Roefs, Marketing Associate, represented ABS Laundry Business Solutions, joining a program built around brand strategy,...

7 September 2026

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Health & Safety in Industrial Laundries

Ruth Mitchell, Service Manager at ABS Laundry Business Solutions, brings twenty years of experience in industrial laundry operations to every conversation about health and safety. Alongside her hands on background, she holds IOSH and NEBOSH qualifications, giving her both practical and formal expertise in preventing accidents on the laundry floor. In this conversation, she shares...

3 September 2026

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I AM ABS – Paul Carty, Customer Support

What keeps a business running smoothly when its software needs a helping hand? For Paul Carty, Customer Support Specialist at the Helpdesk within ABS Laundry Business Solutions, that question sits at the heart of almost every working day. Roughly eighteen months into his time at ABS, he already thrives on untangling complex customer challenges and...

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How Truck Load Assistant Protects Every Delivery

Every industrial laundry depends on one final moment to make good on its promises: the loading of the truck. Everything that happens before it, washing, ironing, folding, packing, only counts if the correct containers end up on the correct vehicle, in the correct order, within the correct weight limits. Yet in many operations, this critical...

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Intuitive Screens for Laundry Operations

ABS Laundry Business Solutions has given ABSSolute Infinity a refreshed look. The platform now offers a cleaner and more intuitive interface across the modules operators rely on day to day, from container tracking to truck load planning and stock returns. The redesign focuses on clarity and speed. Screens are built around structured cards and clear...

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Sustainable Transport in Industrial Laundries: Why Every Mile Counts

Sustainability in the industrial laundry sector is usually measured in water, energy, and chemicals. Transport rarely receives the same attention, yet it carries a large share of the daily footprint. Every kilometre driven, every partly loaded vehicle, and every unnecessary return trip adds cost and emissions that often go unnoticed. Ruth Mitchell, Service Manager at...

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The Care Behind Every Release

For an industrial laundry, the software that plans the work, tracks the linen, and keeps every order moving needs to behave the same way on a busy Monday as it did on the quiet Friday before. Behind that reliability sits a discipline that rarely gets the spotlight: quality assurance. At ABS Laundry Business Solutions, it...

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I AM ABS – Jane Ezeh, Software Developer

What does it take to grow from a fresh graduate into a developer who keeps critical software running smoothly? For Jane Ezeh, mid level Java Developer at ABS Laundry Business Solutions, the answer has been steady learning, close teamwork, and a focus on quality. Since joining in 2022, Jane has moved from junior developer to...

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Helping You Grow

Helping industrial laundries grow is more than a promise at ABS Laundry Business Solutions. It is a way of working that brings software, people, and process together so that every laundry can move forward with confidence. Under the banner Helping You Grow, ABS combines three services that reinforce one another: software development, training, and consultancy....

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Ruth Mitchell Becomes a Chartered Environmental Cleaner

At ABS, we are proud to announce that Ruth Mitchell, Service Manager, has been certified by the Worshipful Company of Environmental Cleaners and admitted to the register of Chartered Practitioners in Environmental Cleaning. Ruth now holds the title of Chartered Environmental Cleaner (C Env Cln), the highest professional recognition available in our industry. It is...

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Data as the Foundation for Sustainable Laundry Operations

Data is often described as the new oil, but in the laundry industry, its true value lies in integration. Many operations already generate large volumes of data, yet much of it remains siloed and underutilized. Rob Helsen highlights that the key to unlocking sustainability and efficiency gains is not just collecting data but combining it...

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The Asset Nobody Counts

Industrial laundries have spent years perfecting visibility over textiles. RFID chips in linen, automated sorting, piece level tracking. A single towel can now be followed across its entire working life. Yet the container that carries that towel, the trolley, the cage, the roll cage, often makes the same journey completely unseen. This is the paradox...

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Redesigned: Release Notes · ABSSolute 9.10.01 is now ready

Release Communication · ABSSolute 9.10.01 Redesigned: Release Notes The Release Notes for ABSSolute have been redesigned. The detailed change log is now a set of short, scannable notes: what changed, where it lives, and the ABS Academy course to learn more. Distributed earlier than before, so the latest improvements are visible faster. The full notes...

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I AM ABS – Laurentiu Alin Olteanu, Development Team Lead

What does it take to lead a development team that keeps essential software running in customers’ hands every day? For Laurentiu Alin Olteanu, now Development Team Lead for the Mobile Team at ABS Laundry Business Solutions, the answer has been built over sixteen years of curiosity, steady growth, and a willingness to take on new...

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Heritage and Fellowship with The Worshipful Company of Launderers

The Worshipful Company of Launderers is one of the modern livery companies of the City of London, representing the textile care, laundry, and dry cleaning industry. More than a ceremonial institution, the Company plays an active role in shaping the future of the trade through professional development, charitable giving, and civic engagement. The Company’s work...

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ABS at the ETSA Congress 2026 in Amsterdam

On 11 and 12 June 2026, ABS Laundry Business Solutions CEO Marien van Bezooijen attended the ETSA Congress 2026 in Amsterdam. Organised by the European Textile Services Association, the two day event brought together senior executives, policymakers, and industry experts from across the continent to discuss the challenges shaping the sector’s future. Two Days...

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Mengelers Textielreiniging Visits ABS for Business Sessions

Mengelers Textielreiniging recently visited the ABS Laundry Business Solutions office in Boxtel for a series of business sessions. Daniëlla Wells and Fabiënne Hochstenbach represented Mengelers, while Business Consultant Geert Koelink led the sessions on behalf of ABS. On the Agenda The sessions covered two main areas: the operational challenges Mengelers Textielreiniging is currently dealing...

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Enabling the Remote Workforce in Industrial Operations

The shift toward remote work has transformed expectations across industries. What was once considered a privilege has become a standard component of modern employment. Flexible working arrangements are increasingly seen as an important part of employment conditions and are becoming a key factor in attracting and retaining talent. ABS recognizes this structural shift and is...

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Beyond the Ticket

Most software suppliers celebrate a go live. Michiel van Dijk is thinking about what comes next. As Customer Project Support Manager at ABS, Michiel leads a team of specialists with deep product knowledge and one clear priority: keeping customers confident and operational at every turn. His focus is not just on resolving challenges quickly, but...

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Four Industry Events Across Three Continents

May 2026 was a month on the road for ABS Laundry Business Solutions. In the space of just a few weeks, ABS representatives attended four industry events across the United States, the United Kingdom, Sweden, and Australia. Each gathering offered a different perspective on the global laundry industry and the shared challenges shaping its future....

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I AM ABS – Boyan Bueters, UI/UX Designer

What does it take to turn a powerful industrial software platform into something that feels effortless to use? For Boyan Bueters, UI/UX Designer at ABS, the answer lies in deeply understanding both the technology and the people who depend on it every day. Since joining ABS as an intern in 2017, Boyan has shaped the...

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Culture built on people

At ABS Laundry Business Solutions, the work is technical. The industry is niche. And like any company navigating a fast-changing world, the path forward is not always straightforward. From headquarters in Boxtel to teams spread across the globe, ABS is in the middle of a real transformation. One shaped by economic shifts, evolving technology, and...

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Driving Sustainability Through Smarter Logistics

Sustainability in the industrial laundry sector is often associated with water usage, chemicals, and energy consumption. While these factors remain critical, a less visible but equally impactful area is logistics. Transport between facilities, depots, and customers represents a significant share of operational emissions. According to Rob Helsen (Chief Product Officer), optimizing these flows is not...

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ABS Appoints Robert Tye as Chief Commercial Officer

BOXTEL, The Netherlands May 7, 2026 ABS Laundry Business Solutions has appointed Robert Tye as Chief Commercial Officer (CCO), further strengthening its global commercial leadership as the company continues to expand its international presence and customer base. Robert will join the ABS Management Team and lead the company’s global commercial strategy, sales organisation, and customer...

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New Era for Industrial Laundry Operations

Industrial laundries are in the business of textile rental, not just washing. Managing that investment demands a new generation of software. ABSSolute Infinity is that platform and Chief Product Officer Rob Helsen explains why the moment to embrace it is now. Rob leads product strategy and innovation at ABS, overseeing the development of ABSSolute Infinity...

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I AM ABS – Danny Seow, Senior Business Consultant

What does it take to connect customer needs with complex software solutions across regions and cultures? For Danny Seow, now Senior Business Consultant at ABS, it started with an international mindset, a passion for languages, and a drive to make meaningful impact. Today, he plays a key role in bridging customers and internal teams, ensuring...

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How County Linen Built a Connected, Data-Driven Operation with ABS

Managing a high-volume industrial laundry across multiple sites means that every system, process, and decision has to work together. For County Linen, building that level of control required more than a capable software platform. It required a partner willing to grow alongside the business. Since 2017, ABS has been at the centre of County Linen’s...

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Celebrating World Creativity and Innovation Day

Every year on April 21, World Creativity and Innovation Day invites organisations around the world to reflect on the role of fresh thinking in the work they do. At ABS Laundry Business Solutions, creativity and innovation are not confined to a single team or department. They are part of how every colleague approaches their work,...

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Data Driven Decision Making in Industrial Laundry Operations

Tom Vermeulen CFO at ABS Laundry Business Solutions, where focus lies on strengthening financial control, improving decision quality, and translating operational performance into sustainable business value. Coming from outside the laundry industry, Tom Vermeulen quickly recognised how operationally sophisticated these businesses are. “The logistics alone are genuinely complex,” he says. “Managing large volumes across clients,...

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Efficient and Error Free Packing for Industrial Laundries

Modern industrial laundries rely heavily on structured processes to manage packing, inventory, and customer deliveries. As volumes increase and workflows become more complex, it becomes essential to maintain accuracy, visibility, and control throughout the entire packing process. The updated Unique Bundles feature is part of ABSSolute Infinity, a broader platform evolution designed to modernize and...

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I AM ABS – Colin Harthorn, Customer Support

Providing seamless support for complex software requires skill, patience, and a strong sense of responsibility. For Colin Harthorn, Customer Support em in the CPS department at ABS, it started with an interview at the US Minneapolis office right out of college. Today, Colin helps customers solve issues that impact their business, ensuring smooth operations and...

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ABS Takes the Stage at HCSC Customer Education Conference

ABS was invited to present at the HCSC Customer Education Conference, bringing implementation expertise and a vision for the future of healthcare laundry management to an audience of more than 90 hospital and healthcare representatives. The Event Hospital Central Services Cooperative holds its Customer Education Conference every two years, bringing together healthcare organizations to share...

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ABS Appoints Jack Nabuurs as Chief Delivery Officer

BOXTEL, The Netherlands – March 30, 2026 ABS Laundry Business Solutions has appointed Jack Nabuurs as Chief Delivery Officer (CDO), further strengthening its global delivery capabilities as the company continues to grow. He will join the ABS Management Team and officially start in his new role on 30 March 2026. Jack brings a strong background...

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The Hidden Revenue Inside Laundry Invoices

Peter van Kessel – COO By updating billing methods and improving data compliance, several laundry operations discovered hidden revenue streams that significantly boosted their earnings. In industrial laundry operations, most conversations revolve around production efficiency. Topics such as washing capacity, logistics, automation, and staffing often dominate management discussions. According to Peter van Kessel, COO of...

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Strengthening Our Presence in the United States & Canada

With new customers approach, we’ve been growing steadily across the United States and Canada, with an expanding customer base and team. North America has become an increasingly important region for ABS, and our new Minneapolis office marks a key milestone in that journey. The move to a larger facility allows us to better support customers...

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How Shortridge Laundry Thrives with ABS at the Heart of Operations

Running one of the UK’s longest-standing industrial laundries while keeping up with modern technology and efficiency requires the right systems and support. Susan Peat, Operations Director at Shortridge Laundry, explains how partnering with ABS has helped the company maintain exceptional service, high quality, and continuous innovation. A Legacy of Service and Quality Shortridge Laundry,...

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Give the Right Access to the Right People at the Right Time

Modern industrial laundries rely heavily on digital systems to manage production, logistics, garment tracking, and customer data. As operations become increasingly data driven, it becomes more important to ensure that employees have the correct level of access to the systems they use every day. Controlled access helps protect sensitive information, prevents unintended system changes, and...

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I AM ABS – Anca Stamatopol, QA Automation Team Lead

What does it take to keep complex software running flawlessly day after day? For Anca Stamatopol, now QA Automation Team Lead at ABS, it started with a chance conversation at a job fair, a dash of curiosity, and zero professional experience. Today, 17 years later, she leads the Quality Assurance automation team, ensuring that automated...

27 February 2026

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Cyber Security: Protecting Laundry Data in a Digital World

What would happen if the production system of an industrial laundry suddenly became unavailable for 24 hours? No order processing, no tracking, no planning, no deliveries leaving the site. For many organizations, that scenario feels unlikely. Yet in practice, it is closer to reality than often assumed. As a Solutions Architect at ABS, Joris Minnaar...

18 February 2026

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Updated Helpdesk Phone Number for the United States

We have updated the helpdesk phone number for customers in the United States. The helpdesk can now be reached via +1 833 200 4339. This dedicated support line connects directly to the ABS customer support team. Colin, Leban, Nick and Maksym are available on the other end of the line to assist with questions, technical...

10 February 2026

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ABS Supports Laundry Open Week 2026 for Operational Excellence

Following the success of last year’s edition, Laundry Open Week 2026 will once again highlight the career potential and long term opportunities within the industrial laundry sector. The initiative is organised as a collaborative effort together with the European Textile Services Association (ETSA) and several national associations. Taking place from 16 to 20 March 2026,...

28 January 2026

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ABSSolute Infinity: Made for Your Industrial Laundry

ABSSolute Infinity is the next generation of production control from ABSSolute Laundry Business Solutions. It was designed to meet the growing complexity of industrial laundry operations, where higher customer requirements and the need for real time insights demand more flexible, efficient, and fully integrated production systems. Infinity introduces a modern, browser based solution that seamlessly...

28 January 2026

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A Message from Our CEO

Our Focus and Commitment for 2026 ABS Laundry Business Solutions continues to evolve in response to a rapidly changing industrial laundry landscape. Increasing operational complexity, higher customer expectations, and growing dependence on digital systems require solutions that are stable, scalable, and future ready. Industrial laundry operations depend on systems that must perform reliably every single...

28 January 2026

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ABS Management Days 2025

Pictured from left to right: Robert Tye (Marketing Director), Marien van Bezooijen (Chief Executive Officer), Rob Helsen (Chief Product Officer), Tom Vermeulen (Chief Finance Officer), Diana Petrisan (Chief Software Development Officer), Robert de Vries (Manager IT Services & Support), Hans van Hal (Solutions Architect), Michiel van Dijk (Manager Customer Support), Joris Minnaar Solutions (Architect), Peter...

4 November 2025

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