Have you noticed that when discussing data, the conversation quickly turns to typical challenges such as data quality, architecture or utilization - rather than the opportunities it offers? We put together a list of common challenges and alternative ideas to help us move our customers towards a culture where data conversations focus on the true competitive advantage of data and its smooth exploitation against the backdrop of AI, rather than on problems.

Building a software is difficult. Yet many people think that coding is just coding, or that the hourly rate of two IT consultants automatically means the same quality. But experience has taught us what it takes to take basic chemistry to the top. That's what this article is all about!

Technology is evolving faster than ever before, while IT challenges themselves are becoming increasingly complex. Read on and find out how to overcome the most common challenges in the IT environment to pave the way for a more sustainable way for technology development.

Kipinän Business Levi brought together digital decision makers from different industries and good discussions took place around the "round table", on the ski slope, on the slope and over dinner. Bringing together experienced digital decision makers is a way for Kipinä to learn, get feedback, test their own ideas and hear what challenges are experienced in different industries.

It is common for Kipinä's people to take a day away from their normal working context and projects, to learn from each other and gain a new perspective on teamwork and problem solving. In March, the gang got together for a full day to play a game of shipwreck. However, this Battleship day was somewhat different from what you might imagine from a game night.

Kipinä's experts in Turku joined forces a few months ago, and the office spars across project boundaries with skilled colleagues. Customers are also welcome to visit the Turku office to talk to the experts, welcome to Tykistökatu 4!

"I think a lot about what creativity is and what it consists of. Creative people who can create something new from nothing get my appreciation! And it takes creativity to code, you have to be clever and come up with good solutions to problems." Read Peter's thoughts on creativity, industry change and making music!

Tomas is one of Kipinä's first experts. What you can experience in 23 years, where the work of experienced experts is heading, driven by AI and more, and how to keep learning - read Tomas' thoughts!

The Code Philosophy Day, initiated by Kipinä experts, took place in January and brought together half of Kipinä to discuss the basics of programming. The aim was to reflect on the hallmarks of good code that everyone could sign up to, and that would also be useful to customers and other industry co-thinkers.

"The work will definitely change a lot in the consultancy business. And in this respect, humanity is a hard currency." Read how Mikael, a long-time Kipinä professional, sees the digital transformation and his own role in it.

As team entrepreneurs, we can inspire all the companies around us to accelerate their digital development even further and take a stronger ownership. If companies really invest in software development, in the big picture it will increase job opportunities and open up career opportunities for juniors.

As team entrepreneurs, we can inspire all the companies around us to accelerate their digital development even further and take a stronger ownership. If companies really invest in software development, in the big picture it will increase job opportunities and open up career opportunities for juniors.

Aki has been with Kipinen for over a year, and has been in the industry for almost 20 years. In his blog, Aki shares his thoughts on data, cloud and Kipinen - and most importantly, good communication with both humans and AI.

What kind of partner do you and your business work with? Do you currently feel that your partner is the best in an increasingly competitive market? We believe that Kipinä, together with our entire ecosystem of 200 people, can provide unique added value to our customers.

At Kipin, all decisions are made together, and responsibility and commitment are also reflected in our customer work - everyone wants to put their best face forward to deliver the best possible work and value to our customers. The most important winning factor is the customer experience and the value that we at Kipin deliver to our customers.

Kari and Olli founded Kipinä two years ago. Kipinä operates on an exceptional model, where everyone who enters the house also becomes a partner. Throughout its two-year journey, Kipinä has always put people first, even before business. How do Kari and Olli see the present and the future of working life?

2022 was Kipinä Software's first full financial year. Our turnover in Kipinä was 4,1 M€ (v. 2021 0,4M€). That is a figure that shows we have succeeded. We wanted to build something new, especially by believing in people and thinking about how we as a community could serve our customers even better. At the same time, it also shows that customers are really happy with us.

"One of the biggest things I appreciate about Kipinä is how I've been welcomed and treated as an equal. There are no unnecessary structural levels here, and there is no separation between juniors and seniors. Here I have learned to see more clearly what I value and what kind of working life I want for myself. Read Senior Cloud Engineer Erka's thoughts on Kipinä.

"At Kipinä, we don't just sell the CV, we sell whether our expert fits into the client's team. We are genuinely people-oriented and want our partners to think the same way." Read more of Arto's thoughts on his role and Kipina's values on working with clients in the blog.

Nora has been involved in the Kipinä community for a year and has done a lot of work behind the scenes for the well-being of the community, but also to ensure that Kipinä is able to operate in accordance with its values. Read about Nora's first year at Kipinä!