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Struggling with project management? Do your projects feel like chaos?
Our no bullshit expert articles tackle common project management challenges and offer practical tips to ensure your projects succeed. Occasionally, articles about other topics as well.
Mirko Kaarnakoski – Driving focused development in modern supply chains
The way Mirko Kaarnakoski talks about supply chains closely reflects the way he works: with clarity, logical thinking, and a strong ability to understand complex wholes. When describing his own career path, he keeps it simple: “ I was drawn to how processes, systems, and people come together in a logical and tangible way. In supply chains, cause-and-effect relationships are visible almost immediately – […]
Read articleSemat in 2025 – Growth, Focus and Building a New Strategy
The year 2025 was a period of growth and strategic renewal for Semat. Revenue increased year-on-year in absolute terms, and profitability improved. The four largest customers accounted for 60% of total revenue, while the remaining 40% was distributed among other active customers. The balance and breadth of the customer base strengthened business stability throughout the […]
Read articleSemat Approved As a NATO Supplier
Semat Oy has been granted an international identifier, the NCAGE code, which confirms the company’s status as an approved supplier for the use of NATO and its member states. Semat’s registration in NATO’s supplier register is significant because it enables Semat’s participation in NATO’s procurement systems and more broadly in international defence projects and strengthens […]
Read articleMastering Data-Driven Management: Common Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them
At Semat, we value intuition, but what we truly champion is data-driven management. This approach is a powerful resource that enables organizations to make the right decisions and tackle challenges with a fact-based mindset. Data-driven management is not a jargon-filled term or a theoretical concept, even if it might sound like one at first. It […]
Read articleProject Management in Trouble? Here Are 5 Important Things to Consider in Case of Staff Changes, Holidays, or Illness
Anyone who has managed projects knows how critical it is to ensure seamless continuity, stay on schedule and achieve goals, no matter the situation. When faced with a personnel change, there are no days to waste, let alone weeks or months. Costs are running, pressure is high, and a lot is at stake – whether […]
Read articleMore Efficient and Effective Project Management: Succeed with This Checklist
Project management is something we at Semat can be very proud of in terms of our skills and experience. Our clients’ projects can be very extensive, both in scope, budget, and complexity. We have some of the most skilled project managers and leaders in Finland on our payroll, with solid experience in successfully managing projects. […]
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