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Practical thinking on IT strategy, digital transformation, and software solutions from Aivars Kurms at VMMP s.r.o.

Articles

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IT Strategy

Why Technology Strategy Fails: The Most Common Mistakes Czech Companies Make

Most Czech IT strategy failures share the same root causes — reactive adoption, vendor-led decisions, and the absence of a strategic framework. Understanding them is the first step to building a technology programme that delivers.

By Aivars Kurms · November 2026 · 9 min read

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Software Solutions

How to Evaluate Business Software Without Getting Sold the Wrong Solution

Vendor sales processes are designed to close deals, not to find the best fit. A practical framework for evaluating business software from the buyer's perspective — before and during the selection process.

By Aivars Kurms · November 2026 · 8 min read

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Digital Strategy

The Hidden Cost of Poor System Integration in Czech Businesses

Fragmented, poorly integrated software systems cost Czech businesses far more than the sum of their licence fees. How to quantify the real cost of integration failure and what to do about it.

By Aivars Kurms · November 2026 · 9 min read

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Data & Analytics

From Spreadsheets to Strategy: Building a Data-Driven Culture in a Czech SME

Most Czech SMEs manage their business through spreadsheets and intuition. How to build the data infrastructure and analytical culture that supports genuinely data-driven decision-making — without a big-company budget.

By Aivars Kurms · November 2026 · 8 min read

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Cybersecurity

NIS2 and What It Means for Czech Businesses: A Practical Guide

The NIS2 Directive has been transposed into Czech law, significantly expanding the scope of mandatory cybersecurity requirements. Who is affected, what they need to do, and how to approach compliance practically.

By Aivars Kurms · November 2026 · 10 min read