We're in a strange situation: even though we're more linked up than ever, lots of teams feel disconnected. Working from home has weakened that feeling of belonging that used to be so important in companies. In IT, good people are hard to find, hiring happens all over the world, and we're seeing more diversity—but this can also cause separation if we don't pay attention to our culture.
At Syone, with people from 18 countries on four continents, we understood that what makes us different isn't just our tools—it's our relationships with each other. Tech lets us be flexible, but it can't replace real-life interactions. That's why we changed our usual Christmas party to a Wrap-up Dinner. It’s a time to look back, celebrate what we've done, and chat with coworkers who might be working far away or in other countries.
During the year, we make these connections stronger with sports events, visits to clients, programs for international students, and parties for everything from cultural celebrations to tech days like Free Software Day and Programmer’s Day.
Working remotely gives us speed and freedom—but culture is active and needs people talking to each other without planning it. Being a leader now means linking what we plan to do with getting it done: turning presentations into real teamwork, changing I to us, and keeping teams dedicated in a fast and competitive business world.
The office walls might be gone, but people still need to feel like they're part of a group. Our goal is simple: to be global, digital, and get things done without losing what makes our company special. Because tech is made by people, for people—and nothing beats the energy of a team that feels like they're part of something more than just the code they write.
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