40+ Years of Experience
Unwavering Support
Here to Grow With You
We’re here to be your competitive edge.
Since 1981, Blood Bank Computer Systems, Inc. (BBCS) has been devoted to delivering the most cutting-edge and innovative solutions for biologics management. We don’t just provide solutions that solve your organization’s most pressing challenges and help you grow with your community—we become your partners with a firm commitment to supporting your organization and your mission for a lifetime.
We are dedicated to nothing less than helping you grow.
Core Values
Make Quality Personal
This value emphasizes taking personal pride and responsibility in the quality of one’s work. It’s about seeing the work as a reflection of oneself and striving for excellence in every task.
Deliver Results
This value emphasizes the importance of consistently meeting set objectives and expectations in one’s daily work. It’s about reliability and the steady achievement of goals, ensuring that every task, no matter how small, is completed with diligence and precision.
Excel Through Innovation and Collaboration
This value focuses on fostering excellence by encouraging new ideas, creative solutions, and collaborative efforts, both internally and with external stakeholders. It’s about building partnerships that enhance innovation and using collective expertise to drive progress.
Our Mission and Vision
We provide flexible, integrated biologics management technologies and unwavering support to help our partners grow and thrive while they provide lifesaving care to their communities.
We Are Your Tactical Advantage
Our service and support puts everything you need to grow right at your fingertips and is laser-targeted to help you thrive in your field.
Our Clients Are Partners for Life
When you choose BBCS, you get 24/7, lifetime tech support and strategic insight, making us the last biologics management partner you’ll ever need.
Unique Solutions for Unique Clients
We design our biologics management solutions to solve your organization’s unique growing pains. The only measure of success that matters to us is yours.
You Guide Our Constant Improvement
We hold regular meetings with our clients to ensure we know how to adapt our services to meet their changing needs in the ever-evolving biologics industry.
Discover Our Technical and Blood Establishment Expertise
We are experts in blood center computerization, project management, training, and consulting with decades of experience across dozens of partners. We are committed to providing unwavering service from day one and constantly improving our solutions.
Talents
We build our staff from the best and brightest in the biologics industry, highlighting decades of diverse industry experience to help you succeed.
Scrum Development
Our focus on an agile scrum framework prioritizes risk management, adaptable solutions, faster time-to-market, and continuous improvement.
Project Management
Our team of expert project managers ensure honesty, integrity, and transparency in every aspect of the implementation process.
AWS Cloud Platform
Utilizing Amazon Web Services, We take full advantage in cloud engineering to provide convenient, user-friendly, secure, and scalable solutions.
Meet Our Leadership Team
BBCS is led by seasoned professionals with unparalleled expertise in both blood and biotherapy organizations and in software development and support. Our leadership team is firmly committed to having a positive impact on our partners and the communities we serve.
Brian Forbis
President & CEO
As President & CEO, Brian Forbis leads BBCS with a clear focus on innovation, quality, and industry collaboration. Since stepping into the role in 2020, he has guided the company’s strategic vision, strengthened partnerships across the blood banking ecosystem, and continued to elevate BBCS’ reputation as a trusted technology partner. Brian’s leadership is rooted in deep, practical knowledge of the business, gained through a steady rise within the organization. He joined BBCS in 2004 and returned in 2007 to lead business development, later serving as Sales & Implementation Manager, Director of Products and Business Development, and Vice President. In each role, he helped expand market presence, strengthen product strategy, and uphold the company’s commitment to excellence.
A champion of innovation, Brian introduced Agile practices and the Scrum methodology to BBCS — transforming the company’s development lifecycle and improving speed, adaptability, and customer value. His certifications as a ScrumMaster and Scrum Product Owner underscore his dedication to continuous improvement and effective team leadership. Brian continues to drive innovation by implementing intuitive AI tools across BBCS’ business operations to enhance staff efficiency, while also working to future proof the company’s software offerings with built-in AI features for all BBCS clients.
Prior to joining BBCS, Brian led online initiatives at Keystone Resorts. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology. Outside of work, Brian enjoys making memories with his wife, Heather, and their three sons — whether traveling to new places or embracing life in the Pacific Northwest. From time on the water to days in the snow, he appreciates every opportunity to get outdoors and stay active with his family.
Cathy Williams
VP of Business Development
Cathy Williams
VP of Business Development
Cathy Williams serves as Vice President of Business Development at BBCS, helping clients maximize the value of their software solutions. Since joining the company in 2006, she has advanced through leadership roles in Customer Services, Product Management, and Business Development, building valuable software solutions and trusted client relationships along the way.
With more than 30 years of experience in transfusion services and blood banking, Cathy brings extensive expertise in laboratory operations, quality assurance, information technology, and regulatory compliance. She currently leads the BBCS product, marketing and sales teams, ensuring BBCS is a strong industry partner and provides software solutions that deliver both quality and reliability. A certified Medical Technologist (MT-ASCP), Cathy previously worked with Mercy Health, Virginia Blood Services, the American Association of Blood Banks, and as an implementation consultant for Atlanta Blood Services and the National Institutes of Health.
Cathy holds a Bachelor of Science in Clinical Laboratory Science from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She and her husband, Bryan, live in Cary, North Carolina with their Border Collie puppy, Jax. Outside of work, Cathy enjoys spending time with family and friends, traveling to new destinations with Bryan and their two adult children, and competing in USTA doubles tennis leagues.
Sol Osterkatz
VP of Technology
Sol Osterkatz
VP of Technology
Sol Osterkatz serves as Vice President of Technology at BBCS, where he leads the development, delivery, and support of the company's technology platform. With extensive experience overseeing mission-critical SaaS solutions in highly regulated industries, Sol brings deep technical expertise and a passion for building secure, reliable, and scalable systems across cloud and hybrid environments. His leadership is driven by a commitment to innovation, compliance, and operational excellence.
Prior to joining the company, Sol spent nearly two decades at RegEd, where he progressed through a series of leadership roles, culminating in Vice President of Platform Architecture. He also served as Chief Technology Officer at Aspida and Director of Technology at iContact.
Outside of work, Sol and his wife, Sandi, who operates a local CSA farm in Orange County, North Carolina, stay busy raising their three children. A lifelong basketball enthusiast, Sol proudly supports his alma mater, Duke University, where he earned a B.S. in Computer Science. He also enjoys traveling with his family, and many of their recent adventures have centered around Pokémon TCG and Ultimate Frisbee competitions around the world, with destinations ranging from Brazil to Japan and many places in between.
Rachael James
VP of Client Success
Rachael James
VP of Client Success
Rachael James is Vice President of Client Success at BBCS, bringing more than 20 years of experience in the blood and biologics industry. Passionate about building strong client relationships, she works closely with implementation and support teams to ensure every client receives the partnership, service, and solutions they need to succeed. What Rachael loves most about her work is the mission behind it. As a proud multi-gallon platelet donor and blood recipient herself, she has a personal connection to the lifesaving impact of the industry and is dedicated to helping organizations fulfill their own missions through exceptional technology and support.
Rachael holds a Bachelor of Science in Public Health. When she's not working, Rachael can often be found exploring the great outdoors with her husband and two sons. Together, they have visited every Texas State Park and traveled throughout Central America. A devoted Round Rock Express baseball fan, Rachael also enjoys running, spoiling her beloved Doberman, growing her plant collection, and indulging her lifelong weakness for ice cream.
Amy Lloyd
Corporate Resources Manager
Amy Lloyd
Corporate Resources Manager
Amy exemplifies the caring of the BBCS team and is dedicated to enabling employees to serve our clients at the highest level. She joined BBCS in 2013 to manage the Human Resources (HR) and Finance departments. In 2016, Amy also took responsibility of the Quality Assurance (QA) and Regulatory Affairs (RA) departments. She provides astute assessments of business culture, staff, and company policies, proposing and implementing improvements that consistently benefit the entire organization and our clients.
With more than 13 years of combined HR, accounting, and management experience, Amy possesses a broad base of industry expertise and the seasoned skills to establish and manage the day to day issues of HR—from employment law to employee relations to compensation and benefits, and everything in between. She earned both a BS in Business Administration and an MS in Human Resource Management from University of Maryland University College. Amy also holds her Professional Human Resource (PHR) certification from the HR Certification Institute and is a SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) from the Society for Human Resource Management.
Andrew Jones
DevOps Manager
Andrew Jones
DevOps Manager
Andrew brings a collaborative spirit and a meticulous quality and customer focus to BBCS. He joined BBCS in 2005 as part of the IT department and was later promoted to IT Manager. Andrew’s primary responsibility is for analysis, design, and development of software systems and tools and the administration of internal business systems. With a strong background in IT, Andrew also works with his staff to ensure quality products are manufactured and delivered for each new release.
Before joining BBCS, Andrew was the Operations Manager at I/O Concepts (now part of BMC Software), managing technical operations for the firm, which produces enterprise management software and solutions that support large-scale computing operations and provide monitoring for high-availability data center environments. He earned his Information Technology certificate from Renton Technical College in 2003. In 2014, Andrew became a certified ScrumMaster and helps to facilitate product development effectiveness.
Charlie Sizemore
Sr Technical Manager
Charlie Sizemore
Sr Technical Manager
Charlie joined BBCS in 2018 as part of the Technical Support team and was promoted to Client Services Manager in 2021. With nearly 20 years of experience supporting technology and operations, he’s passionate about taking care of people and building lasting relationships.
Charlie is responsible for all aspects of client related services and support as well as the implementation of all products and services.
Rebecca Simon
Product Success Manager
Rebecca Simon
Product Success Manager
Rebecca Simon serves as Product Success Manager at BBCS, where she aligns product development initiatives with strategic business objectives to ensure exceptional quality, functionality, and user experience. She also leads the Product Development team from the product side, guiding strategy, prioritization, and technical execution to deliver impactful solutions. Through her leadership and cross-functional collaboration, Rebecca helps ensure BBCS continues to evolve and meet the changing needs of its clients and the industry.
Prior to joining BBCS, Rebecca spent six years at OpTech as Manager of Cloud Services, where she built expertise in cloud technologies, project management, and team leadership. She also serves as a Board Member and Technology Committee Leader for Helping Others Together (HOT) and participates in Vistage leadership development programs.
Rebecca holds a Bachelor of Science in Molecular and Cellular Biology from the University of Arizona. Outside of work, she enjoys reading, discovering emerging technologies, and continuously expanding her knowledge through lifelong learning. A devoted animal lover, Rebecca loves embarking on adventures with her spunky black lab, Axel.
Dive Into 40+ Years of Innovation in Blood and Biotherapy Technology
Go on a journey through four decades and counting, and follow the trail we’ve blazed in providing blood and biotherapy management software solutions the likes of which the world has never seen before.
1981 - BBCS History
Incorporated as Software Brokers Inc., (SBI).
1983 - BBCS History
Cascade Regional Blood Services (CRBS), (formally Tacoma Pierce County Blood Bank), contracted to locate a donor center software application that would support the current and future needs of a mid-sized facility.
1985 - BBCS History
When no system was found for CRBS, we partnered to develop a new type of blood banking software, designed to integrate all the functions of a blood bank operation while allowing the center to configure it to their needs and size.
1987 - BBCS History
The first Blood Bank Control System was implemented.
1993 - BBCS History
Software Brokers, Inc. was renamed to Blood Bank Computer Systems, Inc.
1994 - BBCS History
BBCS was notified of the FDA's intention to regulate blood bank software as a medical device requiring a 510(k) clearance.
1995 - BBCS History
Beth Simon purchased BBCS and assumed the role of CEO.
1996 - BBCS History
BBCS submitted their first 510(k) to the FDA.
1997 - BBCS History
BBCS received their first 510(k) clearance (BK960044).
2004 - BBCS History
BBCS received 510(k) clearances for BBCS Primary Application 5.0 (BK040056) and BBCS Laboratory Interface Application 5.0 (BK040087).
2005 - BBCS History
BBCS received 510(k) clearance for BBCS Mobile Application 5.0 (BK050013).
2014 - BBCS History
BBCS submitted and received 510(k) clearance for ABO Wheels 1.0.0 (BK140184).
2016 - BBCS History
BBCS received 510(k) clearance for ABO Express V 2.0.0 (BK160011).
2019 - BBCS History
Brian Forbis was promoted to the position of Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
2020 - BBCS History
Brian Forbis purchased the company and became CEO and President of BBCS.
2023 - BBCS History
Received 510(k) clearance for Blood Bank Control System V 6.0 (BK220790) for use with BBCS' newest product, ForLife Biologics Platform™.
Discover the Difference Professional Relationships Make
Clients come are our priority. BBCS builds strong, long-term relationships with clients, industry leaders, and technical partners to ensure that we continue to provide only the best solutions in biologics management software.
Clients
Our clients include community blood centers, plasma and transfusion centers, cell therapy organizations, government and university research labs, and more—all committed to providing for their community’s health.
Affiliates
We work in close collaboration with industry leaders to keep our finger on the pulse of the biologics industry to better understand the needs of our clients in support of their missions.
Partners
Our industry-leading technological partners empower us to constantly integrate new and better solutions for inventory management, donor engagement, and more into our biologics management solutions so our clients can do more, easier.
Become a Part of BBCS
At BBCS, we are always looking for fresh talent to join our team—people who embody our core values of helping communities across the globe and have experience in blood collection, hospitals, healthcare, software, and customer service.
Great Perks
BBCS offers competitive employee benefits, including profit sharing, 401(k) matching, health plans, and competitive wages.
Work From Anywhere
We are proud to be a fully remote company, leveraging the full potential of a remote workplace to unite exceptional talents worldwide under a shared mission.
Social Events
Through annual all-staff, in-person gatherings, virtual happy hours, and other events throughout the year, we build strong, powerful connections no matter the distance between our home offices.
