How to find stability in a changing business environment? Join forces with the right partner.

If we were to compare today's business to something, solid ground it certainly would not be. It is more like the sea. Sometimes calm, sometimes stormy, and mostly unpredictable in between. Companies face uncertainty, pressure to be efficient, and constant technological changes. Success no longer depends on the size of the company or capital, but on the ability to react quickly and adapt.

In such a world, there is one principle that works regardless of the era: do not rely solely on your current position, but actively expand your opportunities. Whether it's a service portfolio or a network of reliable partnerships. These are exactly what can provide a company with stability even in times of change. That is why at Asseco Solutions, we have opened the doors to potential partnerships – companies that want to grow and are looking for a technological partner they can always rely on.

Stories of partnerships that changed the game

When Volkswagen and Škoda joined forces, the legendary Favorit model was born, which not only revived the Czechoslovak automobile company but also laid the foundation for Škoda's successful entry into international markets. Today, Škoda is one of the most successful car manufacturers within the Volkswagen Group, and its models are sold worldwide.

Similarly, a strong story came from the cooperation of Disney and Pixar. The combination of Pixar's creative genius and Disney's distribution power created a revolution in animated films, delivering unforgettable titles such as Toy Story and proving that the right partnership can open entirely new markets and captivate millions of viewers worldwide.

Another convincing example is Microsoft and Intel, where the combination of software and hardware enabled the mass popularization of personal computers and set standards that influenced technological development for decades to come.

Even in the IT world, where innovation and rapid changes dictate market pace, it is clear that companies able to join forces with the right partners achieve results faster, more efficiently, and with greater impact than they could on their own.

We have selected only a few examples from the many successful partnerships to show what collaboration can achieve. Of course, not every attempt at cooperation is met with understanding, and not all decisions that seemed right at the time yielded the expected results. These situations also provide valuable lessons, for which we are grateful today, although we wish their initiators a better outcome. Let’s look at one of the most famous examples where cooperation did not happen.

Blockbuster & Netflix: a story that became a warning to the world

It was the year 2000. In a Blockbuster meeting room stood Reed Hastings – today known as the founder of Netflix, then a startup enthusiast with big eyes and even bigger enthusiasm. He came with a partnership proposal: Netflix offered technology and an online model, Blockbuster had a network of stores and capital. It is said that when Hastings presented the collaboration, some Blockbuster managers had to cover their smiles. And not the kind of smile that would signal excitement and openness to an idea. "This will never work," came the response. Without hesitation. They simply did not pick up on the signals of the times that change was coming and it was time to act.

The result is known to all: Blockbuster, once the dominant video rental chain that could be seen on every corner in the USA and visited by millions daily, disappeared. Netflix, which today needs no introduction, meanwhile grew into one of the most valuable media companies in the world. We do not know what it felt like to sit in that meeting back then. They probably had no idea how crucial a role that meeting played. What is certain is that ignoring the signals of the times and missing the opportunity cost Blockbuster its future. What their alliance could have brought, we can only guess today.

Change is not a threat. It’s a new opportunity.

COOPERATION + COMPETITION = COOPETITION

We often fear joining forces. We fear dependency, loss of control, uncertainty. But the fact is that change is an impulse, and partnership can be a growth accelerator. Joining forces is sometimes the smartest strategic decision a company can make. At a time when the market changes the rules faster than ever before, it is often a necessity. Companies that know how to join with the right partners at the right time gain an advantage, are more stable, perform better, innovate faster, and market fluctuations affect them less than those left alone in the market arena.

Do not be afraid to join forces. Choose strong partners.

At Asseco Solutions, we know that joining forces with trustworthy partners brings more – greater reach, new growth opportunities, and certainty that a company can achieve alone only with difficulty. That is why we have created a program that allows companies to become our partners and leverage the power of our ERP solutions. 

Successful partnership of Asseco Solutions with Argania, spol. s r.o.

What does a partnership with Asseco Solutions look like?

Partnership with us means a new, interesting source of income for your company – the opportunity to offer your clients our proven technology and gain a significant competitive advantage. Your clients work with a partner who thoroughly understands the system, which increases their trust and satisfaction. Our partner gains access to certification programs, training, and study materials that allow for quickly and effectively gaining the expertise required to professionally work with software from our portfolio of systems across various business sectors. From simpler applications to comprehensive ERP systems.

How to achieve a partnership?

• The process is simple. First, we select the type of partnership, with the help of our Channel Manager. Then we sign the necessary agreements – their scope depends on the form of collaboration you choose.
• After signing, it is time to set up access to our internal systems, so you have all the tools for comfortable work. Your colleagues who need to familiarize themselves with the product will also receive access.
• If you become a business or implementation partner, certification awaits – a simple verification of product knowledge, which can be done online or in person. The whole process usually takes about two months, but the pace is adjusted to you. The Channel Manager is available throughout the process.
• If you decide to be “only” a referral partner, certification is not required – just an agreement and we can start collaborating.

What do you gain from a partnership?

Partnership with us opens up concrete business opportunities. Referrers receive a commission for identifying and forwarding potential clients, business partners manage the entire sales process and profit from license commissions, and implementation partners handle solution deployment and provide ongoing support.

For you, it means expanding your service portfolio with our professional support, the opportunity to generate an additional source of income and a competitive advantage. For your clients, cooperation with Asseco Solutions ensures that they work with an expert who masters the system and can help them solve business needs efficiently and safely. Partnership with us brings greater stability, new business opportunities, and easier access to innovations – exactly what today's market demands.