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    Blogs

    A collection of articles, insights, white papers, and more. Explore Nortal’s world of innovation, digital transformation, and seamless experiences.

    Blog
    9.04.2025
    Defence

    Nortal appoints former Royal Navy Rear Admiral as UK CEO and Global Defence Lead

    We are glad to announce the appointment of former Royal Navy Rear Admiral Nick Washer as the CEO for Nortal UK and Global Head of Defence.
    Blog
    1.04.2025

    Nortal recognized as a Microsoft Fabric Featured Partner

    We are proud to share that Nortal has been recognized as a Microsoft Fabric Featured Partner. This distinction reflects our expertise in delivering advanced data and AI driven solutions and helping organizations build intelligent, scalable, and secure data platforms using Microsoft Fabric.
    Blog
    25.03.2025

    Nortal joins DIGITALEUROPE

    We are now a member of DIGITALEUROPE, the leading trade association representing digitally transforming industries in Europe.
    Blog
    24.03.2025

    Nortal Finland awarded the world’s most recognized security certification

    Nortal Oy has been awarded the International ISO/IEC 27001 certification, confirming highest standards in information security and risk management.
    Blog
    21.03.2025
    Data and AI Defence

    Nortal and SensusQ partner to deliver zero-day interoperable intelligence solutions

    Nortal and SensusQ partner
    Blog
    21.03.2025
    Data and AI

    Kurt Knaub joins Nortal as Director of Data & AI Strategy for North America

    Kurt Knaub joins Nortal as our new Director of Data & AI Strategy in North America, bringing over 20 years of experience in the field.
    Blog
    17.03.2025
    Seamless Experiences Experience and Design Industry Enterprise

    Nortal and Aftia partner to unlock the power of Adobe APIs for AI and accessibility

    We are glad to announce a new fully managed service leveraging Adobe’s API ecosystem to drive AI strategies and ensure accessibility.
    Blog
    14.03.2025

    NATO opens new opportunities for Finnish IT companies – "The defense sector aims to catch up"

    Finnish magazine Tivi interviewed Harri Vepsäläinen, CEO of Nortal Finland, about Nortal’s selection as one of NATO’s approved suppliers under the Basic Ordering Agreement (BOA) framework.
    Blog
    19.02.2025
    Defence

    Nortal selected by NATO as an approved supplier

    We are glad to announce that Nortal has been selected as one of NATO’s approved suppliers under the Basic Ordering Agreement (BOA) framework.
    Blog
    8.01.2025
    Data and AI Industry Strategy and Transformation

    AI pioneers dare to experiment, innovate – and fail

    Explore Jukka’s opinion piece on how AI can shape the future of industrial competitiveness and the importance of human commitment to technological change.
    Blog
    19.12.2024

    AI Solutions development and implementation at Nortal Lithuania

    We’re excited to share some big news - Nortal is launching a new AI Lab in Lithuania
    Blog
    4.11.2024

    Nortal is the Exporter of the Year 2024 in Estonia!

    Estonian Entrepreneurship Awards—Estonia’s highest state recognition for entrepreneurs.
    Blog
    25.10.2024
    Government Citizen-Centric Personalized Digital Government Government Transformation

    Mikko Lehto in Kauppalehti: Finland needs a single, easy-to-use citizen application

    Explore Mikko’s opinion piece on how a unified app could simplify Finland’s digital public services, making everyday tasks easier and more accessible for all citizens.
    Blog
    10.09.2024

    Nortal accelerates growth in Finland despite early-year challenges

    Finnish Technology magazine Tivi, recently wrote an article about how we have managed to regain growth in Finland despite a challenging start to the year.
    Blog
    21.08.2024
    Cyber Resilience

    Nortal acquires UK cybersecurity consultancy 3DOT Solutions

    3DOT Solutions Limited is a well-known UK cybersecurity consultancy and a certified supplier to the UK Armed Forces and Intelligence Services. With this acquisition, Nortal will strengthen its footprint in the UK and bolster its cybersecurity and defense business in Europe, the US, and the GCC.
    Blog
    19.07.2024
    Strategy and Transformation

    Demand remained good in Finland in 2023 and we strengthened cooperation with our key customers

    Finnish technology magazine Tietoviikko (Tivi) recently wrote an article about our fiscal year in 2023 with double digit growth.
    Blog
    15.07.2024
    Industry Logistics

    Smart Ferry Ports roundtable: Real-time data capture is the key for next steps

    Nortal brought together technology experts, ferry operators, and port representatives for a digital roundtable to discuss the future of smart ferry ports.
    Blog
    10.07.2024

    Strategically focusing on growth leadership for market acceleration

    Nortal announces new growth leadership appointments: Elizabeth Kiehner will become Chief Growth Officer for North America, and Ole Behrens-Carlsson will become Group Chief Growth Officer
    Blog
    10.07.2024

    Nortal Germany appoints new CEO, Martin Rebs

    Martin Rebs, current Chief Operating Officer in Nortal Germany, will take on the role of Chief Executive Officer for Nortal Germany.
    Blog
    1.07.2024

    Nortal expands to Austria

    We are excited to bring our private and public sector offerings to customers in Austria for the first time, with Daniela Riegler at the helm as Managing Director.
    Blog
    26.06.2024
    Technology and Engineering Healthcare Strategy and Transformation

    Instead of hyping AI, Finnish public healthcare should focus on digitizing the basics

    Explore Petri’s opinion piece on how the Finnish public healthcare should focus on digitizing the basics instead of hyping AI.
    Blog
    18.06.2024

    Nortal closes fiscal year 2023 with double digit growth and revenue of €224 million

    Today we announced our results for the fiscal year 2023, reporting total consolidated revenue of €224.2 million, an increase of 14% compared to 2022. The consolidated operating profit (EBITDA) was €33.3 million.
    Blog
    11.06.2024
    Government Real-Time Economy Strategy and Transformation Government Transformation

    Nortal wins Excellence in Technology Award at Comex 2024

    We are proud to announce that we have received the Excellence in Technology Award in the ICT Innovation category at Comex 2024.
    Blog
    10.06.2024
    Government Citizen-Centric Personalized Digital Government Strategy and Transformation Government Transformation

    Post-Digital government: citizen-centric, personalized, equitable

    The next stage of digital transformation in public services, known as the post-digital era of government aims to provide high-quality and equitable services that elevate the citizen experience.
    Blog
    4.06.2024
    Government Strategy and Transformation Government Transformation Digital Trust

    Building trust with better services and experience

    How can government departments more effectively utilize available data to provide better services? And with that create a positive feedback loop where better services encourage citizens to trust and share more of their data?
    Blog
    30.05.2024
    Seamless Experiences Government Technology and Engineering Citizen-Centric Personalized Digital Government Strategy and Transformation Government Transformation

    Navigating Africa's journey to a post-digital era

    Explore our insights from the 10th e-Governance Conference, including strategies for advancing digital governance in Africa.
    Blog
    23.05.2024
    Government Citizen-Centric Personalized Digital Government Strategy and Transformation Government Transformation

    UK public expects government to digitise services in two years

    As the UK approaches a pivotal election year, the public has voiced a clear expectation for the future government: prioritize digital transformation.
    Blog
    17.05.2024
    Data and AI

    10 things to watch out for with open source gen AI

    Open source generative AI models are free to download, scalable without API costs, and secure behind corporate firewalls.
    Blog
    15.05.2024
    Data and AI

    Five Things You Need To Do, If AI Is Disrupting Your Industry

    Don’t depend only on one vendor or technology because AI is always changing and new companies, tools, and technologies are always appearing.
    Blog
    9.05.2024
    Industry Strategy and Transformation Logistics

    Global Trade Magazine: Redefining smart ports: The role of digital identity verification

    Digital identity verification solutions redefining the smart port industry.
    Blog
    7.05.2024
    Government Real-Time Economy Strategy and Transformation Government Transformation eCensus e-Census and Statistics

    Oman Observer: e-Census 2020 wins a digital transformation award

    Oman e-Census 2020 has won the prestigious ‘His Highness Shaikh Salem al Ali al Sabah Informatics Award’ for Digital Transformation in Sustainable Development.
    Blog
    7.05.2024
    Experience and Design Data and AI Digital commerce

    AI on Aisle 5: Transforming Retail Operations and Experiences With Smart Technology

    AI on Aisle 5: Transforming Retail Operations and Experiences With Smart Technology
    Blog
    1.05.2024
    Data and AI Technology and Engineering Real-Time Economy Strategy and Transformation Government Transformation Tax Administration 3.0 Enterprise

    CNBC: The role of technology in transforming Africa

    Increasing adoption of AI is set to accelerate Africa’s development journey, according to our Business Area Director Artur Assor. Watch the interview for more.
    Blog
    30.04.2024
    Data and AI Enterprise

    Forbes: The Data Dilemma: Is Data Maturity Inhibiting Your Growth?

    Simple roadmap for B2B companies in need of rapid data access and efficient analytics.
    Blog
    26.04.2024

    St1's and SCA's Gothenburg biorefinery launched: cooperation with Nortal enables the management of the renewable biofuels value chain

    In collaboration, Nortal Finland and St1 have developed the Samba, Rumba, and Maestro applications tailored to manage the value chain of renewable biofuels.
    Blog
    24.04.2024
    Citizen-Centric Personalized Digital Government Government Transformation

    Brits Demand Digital Government Revolution in the Next Two Years

    85% of Brits want a fully digitised public service within the next two years as equivalent to 75,000-years worth of time is lost annually by engaging with government public services.
    Blog
    24.04.2024
    Citizen-Centric Personalized Digital Government Government Transformation

    70% of Canadians Demand Fully Digital Public Services & 87% Expect This By 2026

    Our survey exposes a resounding call for faster and simpler digital public services from Canadians, as new research shows that 70% of Canadian respondents want the government to deliver a fully digital suite of public services.
    Blog
    18.04.2024

    Yle: Tommi Kosola spent 10 months traveling around Europe while working remotely

    Yle, Finland’s national public broadcasting company, interviewed Kosola to discuss his experience of combining work and travel.
    Blog
    17.04.2024

    St1:n ja SCA:n Göteborgin biojalostamo valmistunut – yhteistyöllä Nortalin kanssa mahdollistetaan uusiutuvan biopolttoaineen arvoketjun hallinta

    St1:n ja Nortal Suomen välinen yhteistyö on tuottanut Samba-, Rumba- ja Maestro -nimiset sovellukset, jotka ovat avainasemassa uusiutuvien biopolttoaineiden arvoketjun hallinnassa.
    Blog
    8.04.2024

    Nortal invests in the GovTech era - Finland must place citizen-centric digital services at the forefront

    Finnish healthcare magazine Mediuutiset highlights Nortal Finland’s investments in the next stage of the digital evolution in public services: GovTech.
    Blog
    2.04.2024
    Digital commerce Enterprise Retail

    Forbes: Digital Transformation As A Catalyst For Growth

    Although life has returned to normal, the lessons of the global pandemic remain, underscoring the importance of continuing to use digital transformation as a catalyst for growth.
    Blog
    21.03.2024
    Seamless Experiences Healthcare Strategy and Transformation

    The Times and Raconteur report on Estonian digital healthcare tips

    The Times and Raconteur issued a special report on “The Future of Healthcare”, uncovering both challenges as well as opportunities for the healthcare industry in 2024 and we are pleased to share our insights.
    Blog
    15.03.2024
    Data and AI Citizen-Centric Personalized Digital Government Strategy and Transformation Government Transformation

    We are now a member of techUK

    We are glad to announce membership in techUK, the UK’s leading technology trade association, as part of our continued expansion in the UK.
    Blog
    13.03.2024
    Data and AI Citizen-Centric Personalized Digital Government Strategy and Transformation Government Transformation

    Join us at Innovation 2024: discover AI in GovTech

    We will be present at Innovation 2024 conference at the ExCeL in London, UK on March 19-20, 2024 to share insights on how to use AI to improve services for citizens.
    Blog
    12.03.2024
    Technology and Engineering Enterprise Financial Services & Insurance Telecommunication, Media and Entertainment

    Nortal launches cooperation with eID Easy to enhance global utilization of digital signatures

    Electronic signatures are pivotal in the creation of digital societies. To support our trust services ambitions, Nortal announces cooperation with eID Easy.
    Blog
    12.03.2024

    John Cheal joins as UK Government and Public Sector Director

    We are announcing the appointment of John Cheal and our new membership in techUK, the UK’s technology trade association, as part of our continued expansion in the UK
    Blog
    12.03.2024

    Forbes: 13 Ways To Boost Business And Community Through Higher Ed Partnerships

    Forbes: 13 Ways To Boost Business And Community Through Higher Ed Partnerships
    Blog
    4.03.2024
    Industry Logistics

    Baltic Transport Journal on Nortal's Smart Port solution: Identify as smart

    Discover how Nortal’s Smart Port solution is revolutionizing maritime travel and trade in the Baltic Sea region!
    Blog
    4.03.2024
    Seamless Experiences Strategy and Transformation Logistics

    Digital identity verification: The Smart Port turbocharger

    Discover how Nortal’s Smart Port solution is revolutionizing maritime travel and trade in the Baltic Sea region!
    Blog
    26.02.2024

    Martin Rebs is the new Group Chief Consulting Officer

    With a strong track record in strategy consulting and leadership, Rebs will be focusing on further strengthening our consulting practise globally and locally.
    Blog
    21.02.2024
    Government Technology and Engineering Government Transformation Digital Government Building Blocks Modern Software Development

    Nortal successfully completes the GovStack IM Building Block project for ITU 

    Nortal is pleased to announce the successful completion of the GovStack Information Mediator (IM) Building Block project for the ITU.
    Blog
    15.02.2024

    Nortal will redeem up to EUR 75m in senior secured floating rate bonds

    Nortal will redeem up to EUR 75m in senior secured floating rate bonds.
    Blog
    12.02.2024

    It’s time to talk about GovTech – citizens need to be placed at the center of digital service development

    Mikko Lehto, Nortal Head of Government & Health business area, highlights in magazine Talouselämä Finland’s high level expansion and adoption of digital services – and with good reason.
    Blog
    31.01.2024

    Nortal issues bonds for €50 million to strengthen expansion efforts in the Americas and Europe

    The company issues bonds for €50 million to strengthen expansion efforts in the Americas and Europe
    Blog
    26.01.2024

    Nortal places EUR 50m senior secured bonds, calls to redeem outstanding bonds

    Nortal places EUR 50m senior secured bonds, calls to redeem outstanding bonds.
    Blog
    22.01.2024

    Announcement of investor meetings for EUR 50m bond issue

    The company announces investor meetings for EUR 50m bond issue commencing on 23 January 2024.
    Blog
    18.01.2024
    Data and AI

    2024 will be the year of MVPs in AI

    2023 was the year of Proof of Concept in AI - experimenting and measuring the desirability of products to secure funding and resources, while 2024 will be the year of MVPs.
    Blog
    16.01.2024

    Witted: Nortal was one of Finland's fastest-growing software consultancies in 2023

    Witted has gathered the most interesting IT consulting companies from Finland, Norway, Sweden and Denmark, and their latest report shows that Nortal was one of fastest-growing software consultancies in Finland in 2023.
    Blog
    10.01.2024
    Seamless Experiences Government Citizen-Centric Personalized Digital Government Strategy and Transformation Government Transformation

    Priit Alamäe: Challenging the “but” in digitalization

    The outcome of government digitalization is not digital processes but increased transparency, reduced corruption, economic advancement, and public approval.
    Blog
    19.12.2023

    Nortal seeks growth from the public sector

    Finnish Technology Magazine Tietoviikko (Tivi) interviewed Mikko Lehto about joining Nortal as Business Area Head of Government and Health at Nortal Finland in September.
    Blog
    15.12.2023

    Nortal continues global expansion with new delivery center in Mexico

    We are tapping into the technical skill set abundant in Mexico with the launch of a new delivery center in Guadalajara.
    Blog
    13.11.2023
    Cyber Resilience

    The world’s largest payment network partners with one of the world’s foremost cyber resilience experts

    The Nortal-Mastercard partnership brings new cyber resilience expertise to the world’s largest payment network, enabling the bolstering of cyber resilience and…
    Blog
    13.11.2023

    AI Unleashed: A Guide to Responsible Implementation

    Our Chief Technology Officer Dragan Gajic writes in Spiceworks about how compliance, ethics, and regular audits are shaping the future of AI.
    Blog
    13.11.2023

    Baltic Transport Journal on Nortal’s Smart Port solution: Helping the winners of the future

    Our Head of Smart Port Advisory, Kadri Haufe, shared her insights, in The Baltic Transport Journal publication, on the joint offering by Nortal and MODI to establish future ports as highly secure, smart, and passenger-friendly environments.
    Blog
    10.11.2023
    Cyber Resilience

    DefSec: a groundbreaking partnership for cybersecurity innovation

    Nortal, CYBRTEK and the Harrisburg University signed an MoU for the creation of a state-of-the-art cyber competence center in Dubai.
    Blog
    10.11.2023

    Go Global Awards 2023: Nortal wins in Digital Transformation

    The judges of Go Global Awards 2023 highlighted our innovative approach to digital transformation, expertise, the impact and results achieved.
    Blog
    8.11.2023

    brand eins: Nortal is one of the best IT-Service Providers in 2024

    For the fifth time in a row, brand eins magazine is honoring the best IT service providers in Germany. Nortal is also one of the best IT service providers in 2024.
    Blog
    27.10.2023
    Cyber Resilience

    Developing a space cyber range with ESA

    Nortal has entered into a strategic partnership with the European Space Agency (ESA) to develop an innovative space cyber range.
    Blog
    4.10.2023

    It is not a case of either/or - sustainable and profitable business shares the same goals and means

    Sustainability and responsibility are often seen as separate from business when they are a natural extension of business development, says our Lead Architect, Pasi Anttila, in his opinion piece in the Finnish magazine Kauppalehti.
    Blog
    20.09.2023
    Enterprise

    FOCUS: Nortal is one of the Innovation Champions 2024

    For the first time, Nortal was able to secure the Innovation Champion 2024 seal in the consulting industry.
    Blog
    19.09.2023

    Mikko Lehto appointed as Business Area Head of Government and Health at Nortal Finland

    Mikko Lehto appointed as Business Area Head of Government and Health at Nortal Finland
    Blog
    17.09.2023

    Nortal acquires Questers, an international distributed software development company from TPXimpact

    Strategic acquisition strengthens pwrteams’ footprint, access to talent and ability to build cross-border IT and engineering teams for the customers.
    Blog
    15.09.2023

    TechRadarPro: Estonia – small nation, big tech

    Csaba Virág, Director of Cybersecurity Competence Services at Nortale xplains how a nation so small is able to pack a big punch when it comes to tech.
    Blog
    13.09.2023

    The Stack on e-Estonia: How the Baltic minnow became a tech powerhouse

    Automatically generated government services? 0% tax on reinvested profits? The Stack, a business technology publication, gives you an overview.
    Blog
    8.09.2023
    Enterprise

    freundin award: Nortal is one of the "most family-friendly companies in Germany

    Nortal was able to secure the “most family-friendly company in Germany” seal in the consulting sector.
    Blog
    25.08.2023
    Enterprise

    STERN-Award: Nortal is "Company with a Future"

    STERN and “Territory Embrace” have decided: Nortal Germany receives top rating as “Germany’s company with a future”.
    Blog
    17.08.2023
    Logistics

    Nortal and MODI partner to create seamless passenger experience at ports

    Nortal and MODI GmbH announce cooperation to enhance our existing Smart Port solution.
    Blog
    15.08.2023
    Strategy and Transformation Financial Services & Insurance

    Has the Banking Crisis Helped Banks In Their Battle With Fintech?

    Could one unexpected outcome of the recent set of U.S. bank runs be that it may help the banking industry in its fierce battle with upstart fintech competitors?
    Blog
    20.07.2023

    17 Sustainable Development Goals to achieve

    Why hitting 17 Sustainable Development Goals is not only in the hands of countries and blue-chip companies, and the role of digitalization to get there.
    Blog
    12.07.2023

    Thomas Hedley joins as first UK lead

    Hedley brings deep industry expertise to strengthen our presence and drive Nortal’s growth in the UK.
    Blog
    7.07.2023
    Strategy and Transformation

    Strong growth has sparked hiring spree in Finland

    Finnish technology magazine Tietoviikko (Tivi) reports about our record year in 2022, and the company’s continued growth globally as well as locally in Finland…
    Blog
    29.06.2023
    Cyber Resilience Seamless Experiences Data and AI Strategy and Transformation

    Another record year for us in 2022, with expansion and new markets in focus in 2023

    In 2023, we are investing in expanding service offerings within AI and cyber resilience, expanding to the UK market and Latin America.
    Blog
    21.06.2023

    Hani Al Khiary joins as the Country Leader for Saudi Arabia

    Al Khiary brings deep industry knowledge and expertise to further strengthen Nortal’s presence and commitment to the Kingdom.
    Blog
    21.06.2023

    Reimagining Baltic Ports: Nortal joins the Baltic Ports Organization

    Nortal, a digital transformation and strategic change company, is a new member of the Baltic Ports Organization (BPO). This partnership solidifies Nortal’s…
    Blog
    14.06.2023
    Data and AI Healthcare

    No more private rooms for medical staff

    The data-driven space resource management solution is critical to transforming the work of medical professionals.
    Blog
    17.05.2023
    Strategy and Transformation

    No room for micromanagement in autonomous teams

    Workplace autonomy has been trending over the past few years, but how can it be implemented and what challenges can it bring? Nortal Finland’s CEO Harri…
    Blog
    11.05.2023

    CFO.com: Avoid the Crushing Cost of Technical Debt

    Technical debt can become a major financial burden for finance chiefs, writes Nortal’s Chief Product Officer Jon Stephens in CFO.com.
    Blog
    2.05.2023
    Experience and Design Technology and Engineering

    Timo Herttua appointed Head of Product and CX at Nortal Finland

    Nortal Oy has appointed Timo Herttua (M.Sc. (Econ.)) to the new role of Head of Product, Customer Experience and Consulting.
    Blog
    11.04.2023
    Technology and Engineering Industry Manufacturing

    Data is the New Gold: Insights on Effective Data Usage

    In Ergin Tuganays latest opinion piece in Talouselämä, he shares his insights on the importance of effective data collection.
    Blog
    9.03.2023

    Nortal Awarded as TrendMiner Partner of the Year 2022

    Nortal is TrendMiner’s Partner of the Year 2022. The award is a testament to Nortal’s expertise in the IT/OT convergence, amongst other things.
    Blog
    8.03.2023

    An inside look at a CGO's journey with Elizabeth Kiehner

    Nortal’s CGO, Elizabeth Kiehner, talks about her journey of becoming a C-Suite executive, passion for technology, and her award-winning book about women in history.
    Blog
    21.02.2023

    German Federal Minister visited Nortal

    Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania are role models when it comes to digitization. They rely on innovations and digital strategies for their economic development.
    Blog
    23.01.2023

    Elizabeth Kiehner joins Nortal as the first Chief Growth Officer

    Based in NYC, she will represent the company’s North American operations in Kirkland, Washington, as well as Nortal’s entire global footprint and portfolio.
    Blog
    5.12.2022

    Nortal wins Silver Best of Consulting Award 2022 for implementation of IHK construction site portal

    What makes our IHK construction site portal a winner? The portal gives citizens as well as local companies and organizations new planning security for upcoming…
    Blog
    5.12.2022

    Nortal starts operations in Ukraine and Poland

    Kadi Tamkõrv, Head of People & Culture at Nortal, said that Ukraine and Poland have been on Nortal’s radar for a long time for their highly skilled tech talent…
    Blog
    1.12.2022

    Nortal unveils new service brand “pwrteams” for building multi-site technology teams

    “Launching pwrteams is the next natural step on our growth journey, adding a new business model that enriches our existing offering. pwrteams…
    Blog
    18.11.2022

    Nortal Fund: providing new simulation equipment for Ukrainian doctors

    The war has increased stress levels, causing the risk of premature birth among Ukrainian women. Therefore, the issue of thorough practical training of doctors…
    Blog
    17.11.2022

    Nortal launches Oman Talent Hub

    Reaffirming our commitment to developing local talent in Oman, we launched the Oman Talent Hub in collaboration with MoCIIP.
    Blog
    14.10.2022

    Nortal is the most competitive large-scale company in Estonia in 2022!

    Nortal is the most competitive large-scale company in Estonia in 2022!
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