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The modern workplace rests on the foundations of flexibility, collaboration and security. Over the years, Microsoft 365 (before Office 365) became the leading solution for organizations that aim to streamline operations and foster their teams’ productivity.  

Based on the cloud, this suite integrates collaboration tools, advanced security measures and IT management features that provide businesses with the agility they need to adapt easily while reducing complexity and costs.  

In this blog post, we want to share some of the key benefits of Microsoft 365 for SMBs and how Syone can enable you to take the most out of it. 

If you’re a Fintech Startup in the Nordic region—including Sweden, Norway, Denmark, and Finland— you know that the landscape is dynamic and highly competitive.

As we witness the rise of digital banking, payment solutions, crypto, and other financial innovations, stay agile while navigating increasingly complex regulatory environments.

One critical regulatory framework is the European Banking Authority (EBA) outsourcing guidelines. Startups looking to outsource processes within the Euro Zone must ensure total compliance with these regulations if they don't want to risk heavy penalties and fines.

As businesses face an increasingly competitive international ecosystem, with an abundance of new players coming in every year, one powerful strategy that’s been gaining traction is the integration of Open Source Software (OSS) with Tailored Software Development.

By combining the flexibility of open-source solutions with custom software, companies can unlock new opportunities for growth, scalability, competitive advantage and differentiation.

With financial institutions having to adapt to new regulatory frameworks, like the European Banking Authority (EBA) guidelines for outsourcing within the financial sector, the topic has gained traction as more and more financial institutions opt for it, especially in the Nordic region, which covers countries such as Sweden, Finland, Norway, and Denmark.

In this blog post, we’ll explore the meaning of EBA outsourcing, its importance, and how financial companies can comply with such guidelines to be compliant and efficient in their operations.

 Ready-made software solutions won’t always meet the unique needs of your growing business. As companies evolve, their software also needs to adapt. That’s where custom software development comes into play. Tailored specifically to the business’s processes, challenges and goals, custom software helps organizations scale efficiently and react fast to their challenges while maintaining a competitive edge. 

In this guide, we’ll explore four key reasons why custom software development is essential for business growth and how it can help your company stay competitive.