Securing a grant is about more than just having a great idea. Success often depends on choosing the right funding program, preparing a well-structured project, and meeting the donor's requirements. In this video, we break down the three most common mistakes IT companies make that can significantly reduce their chances of securing grant funding. The grant support service launched by the IT Association of Vinnytsia and UME at the Crystal Technopark helps businesses navigate the

The Vinnytsia IT Association was represented at the event by Dariia Nyshporska, Chair of the Management Board, Dmytro Sofyna, Chair of the Supervisory Board, and Serhii Sydorchyk, Member of the Supervisory Board. The meeting brought together more than 200 representatives of technology companies, startups, regional IT clusters, and industry associations. During the open dialogue, participants discussed the strategic priorities for developing Ukraine's digital state and IT indu

Client trust is built not only on the quality of a product or service, but also on how a company acts and communicates during times of change. When a business has predefined response scenarios for different situations, it can communicate openly with clients about how it will ensure operational continuity. This helps reduce uncertainty, strengthen trust, and demonstrate that the company is in control of the situation. This approach is at the core of the Risk Control System, he

Developing a new product, entering international markets, scaling your team, or launching an innovative solution requires not only a strong idea but also the resources to bring it to life. Grant funding can be a key tool for sustainable business growth. At the same time, success depends not only on the application itself, but also on choosing the right funding program, building a clear strategy, and preparing a well-structured project. That is why we are launching our grant s

Recently, the Vinnytsia IT Association team joined the traditional Bastille Day celebration organized by UKRSIBBANK, a member of the BNP Paribas Group. For us, this has become a cherished tradition — gathering with our partners each year in an atmosphere inspired by French culture, meaningful conversations, and new connections. Events like these bring the business community together, create opportunities for dialogue, and strengthen professional relationships. This year, gues

The discussion focused on why intellectual property is far more than a legal formality—it is one of the most valuable assets of a technology company. It helps protect products from copying, prevents ownership disputes, increases a company's investment attractiveness, and supports confident expansion into new markets. The event speaker, Igor Shevchenko, a Ukrainian Patent Attorney and Head of the International Relations Department at the Vinnytsia Chamber of Commerce and Indus

Working closely with companies and advising businesses on critical enterprise status and employee reservation, we identified a common pattern: the biggest challenges arise not from the lack of the reservation mechanism itself, but from the absence of a systematic approach to managing it. This experience became the foundation of the Risk Control System service line, designed to help businesses make informed management decisions and ensure business continuity. In our new video,

During this period, the IT Association of Vinnytsia delivered dozens of initiatives, launched new partnerships, expanded international cooperation, strengthened support for IT businesses, and continued driving the development of the Vinnytsia region’s technology ecosystem. This report highlights the Association’s key achievements, including collaboration with government institutions and international initiatives, educational projects, new services for community members, and e

Today, it’s not enough for a tech business to simply have a strong team. It’s important to be prepared for staffing challenges that can impact project work, delivery timelines, and customer trust. In these circumstances, it’s crucial to ensure that the company continues to operate in a stable, predictable manner and with full accountability to its customers. That is why the Vinnytsia IT Association is launching a new service line, the Risk Control System—a comprehensive appro

How can you tell if a team is truly working effectively? That was the topic of discussion at a recent IT Club meeting. The event’s speaker was Lucas Laroz, Regional Delivery Lead at Viseven. He shared his practical experience in building delivery processes and explained how to measure team effectiveness, identify risks early on, and make decisions based on data rather than assumptions. During the meeting, participants discussed: 🔹 which delivery metrics truly help evaluate r

🎉 Welcome to the Vinnytsia IT Association’s newest member—Ensocore, led by CEO Dmytro Voroshilov! Ensocore is a Ukrainian full-stack team specializing in MVPs, R&D, mobile and web solutions, and high-load systems. They tackle non-standard tasks and find solutions where others give up. Notable projects include: 🍕 an app for the Pizzahouse restaurant chain 🌬 Blauberg Selector B2B platform for ventilation selection 🧠 “Battle of the Geniuses” game — 200,000+ players worldwide

How can you tell when your team’s processes are starting to work against you? When simple decisions take too long, communication becomes difficult, and the team spends its resources not on development but on “putting out fires.” This was the topic of discussion at the IT VN Club event “Lean—Secrets of Optimization and Flexibility for IT Projects” 🙌 Together with Tetiana Avramenko, Lead Project Manager at Viseven Group, participants explored: • how Lean approaches work in rea

This year, our city became part of MIT Practicum 2026 — an international project where students and city teams work together on solutions for economic development and the recovery of Ukrainian cities. The Chairman of the Supervisory Board of the Vinnytsia IT Association joined the initiative as part of the Vinnytsia delegation. Together with the MIT team, participants took part in a series of discussions and working sessions within the course “Innovating in Ukraine” organized

Digital transformation is changing not only the IT sector but also the approach to work, learning, and professional development. The Vinnytsia IT Association has joined the free online course “Digital Transformation of Professional Activities,” which is being implemented as part of a collaboration between Ukraine’s regional IT clusters and the Prof2IT educational initiative. The course began on May 5 and brought together participants seeking to enhance their digital competenc

The latest IT VN Club event, focusing on the intersection of QA and AI, was held recently. Dmytro Yaroslavtsev from EPAM shared how his team uses AI agents to automate performance testing documentation via CodeMie. Real-world case studies, no theory, and a live demo. Offline meetings for QA and AI professionals provide an opportunity to explore complex topics together in person, where you can ask questions, debate, and hear from someone who has already been through the proces

Recently, the team of the IT Association of Vinnytsia shared its approach to developing innovation and transforming the regional IT ecosystem, using Vinnytsia as a case study. The discussion took place with representatives of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). We talked about how business operates in central Ukraine today, how cooperation with the government is built, and which approaches help companies grow and adapt. It was an exchange of practical experience

IT Vinnytsia Association took part in the round table “Economic Laboratory: Culture ↔ Business ↔ City” held within the international conference FATA MORGANA. The focus was on how culture, business, and the city can work as a unified system. The discussion explored practical tools for development — from architectural competitions to cross-sector collaboration that already impacts urban economies. For the IT community, this goes beyond technology. It’s about contributing to an

Last week, the Vinnytsia IT Association held its first General Meeting of members in 2026. Participants discussed how the association should evolve, what IT companies currently need, and which new areas of work could drive the city’s development. Among the key topics were expanding the association’s activities and launching new services that will strengthen Vinnytsia’s IT ecosystem and create more opportunities for the community. We also updated the composition of the Supervi

Sometimes, one evening is enough to realize that pitching is not about perfect English, but about confidence in your idea. That was exactly the spirit of the Confidence Pitch Lab in Vinnytsia. Teams prepared short presentations of their innovations, delivered them in English, and received honest professional feedback. Special thanks to our speakers, Brian Benjamin and Olha Solvar, for the practical tools, expertise, and atmosphere that made it easy to try, experiment, and lea

A meeting was held in Vinnytsia with more than 60 regional businesses, attended by the State Tax Service team, the director of the State Employment Service Yulia Zhovtyak, and the head of the Vinnytsia Regional State Administration Natalia Zabolotna. The Vinnytsia IT Association joined the discussion as a representative of the region's technology businesses. Among the issues discussed at the meeting were: 🔹 Tax audits 🔹 VAT for sole proprietors 🔹 Blocking of tax invoices A