What Scalo does

Scalo sp. z o.o. is a Poland-headquartered custom software development and IT consulting firm that delivers nearshore engineering, consulting, and managed delivery to enterprise clients in regulated and asset-intensive industries. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Wrocław, the company operates four Polish development centers (Wrocław, Warszawa, Kraków, Katowice) and a newly opened Gdańsk office, complemented by sales and BD presence in Plano, Texas and Tel Aviv. Scalo has completed more than 750 projects for over 100 clients across 13 countries, with named customers including ING, Santander, BNP Paribas, Volvo, Discovery, Modivo, and ICEYE.

The company's core offerings span Consulting & Design (business analysis, software assessment, architecture design, UI/UX, Scrum, M&A migration, IT carve-out), Custom Software Development (architecture, MVPs, modernization, integration, QA), Data & AI Services (AI adoption, analytics, Databricks integration), Cloud Services (AWS, Azure, GCP, DevOps, Kubernetes), Embedded Systems, and flexible IT Outsourcing models (staff augmentation, dedicated development teams, offshore/nearshore delivery centers). Technology breadth covers .NET, Java, Python, C/C++, Node.js, Go, Rust, Angular, React, Vue.js, Flutter, mobile (Android/iOS), embedded firmware, data engineering on Spark/Snowflake, and AI/ML integration using OpenAI and Anthropic models with RAG architectures. Differentiated processes include a six-step Discovery-to-Support delivery methodology and PERT-based estimation covering developer effort, QA, design, requirements engineering, and overhead.

Scalo generates revenue primarily on a Time & Materials model billed monthly, with Capped T&M available for larger engagements and Fixed Price used in rare, well-defined project cases. Commercial delivery is led by a direct enterprise sales motion with dedicated account executives and business development representatives, supplemented by inside-sales teams in the USA, Europe, and Middle East and channel partnerships with Databricks and CPQ platform providers. The company is ISO 27001 certified, a Microsoft Gold Partner, a Databricks Consulting and System Integration Partner, and has been recognized on the Clutch 1000 for three consecutive years, the Forbes Diamond Award, DesignRush Top 10 U.S. IT Services, and the OA500 Top 200 outsourcing list. Scalo reports a 92% client retention rate beyond three years and an NPS of 68.

Name

Scalo

Legal name

Scalo sp. z o.o.

Website

https://scalosoft.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2011

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Scalo is a Poland-headquartered custom software development and IT consulting firm delivering nearshore engineering, consulting, data/AI, and cloud services to over 100 enterprise clients across financial services, automotive, healthcare, renewable energy, and media in 13 countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Austin

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices7 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Custom Software Development: Bespoke software development services building applications tailored to client business needs. Includes architecture design, custom development, modernization, MVP services, system integration, white-label software, and QA/testing.
2. IT Consulting Services: Technology consulting including business analysis, software assessment, architecture design, UI/UX consulting, Scrum consulting, M&A migration, and IT carve-out services.
3. Staff Augmentation: Providing skilled technical professionals including dedicated engineers, data engineers, AI developers, and DevOps engineers to augment client teams.
4. Dedicated Development Teams: Full development teams including team extension, AI teams, and web development teams delivered through nearshore/offshore models.
5. Cloud & DevOps Services: Cloud advisory, DevOps implementation, migration and modernization services across AWS, Azure, and GCP platforms.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels11 records

Core offering

Scalo provides custom software development, IT consulting, and dedicated engineering services delivered through nearshore and offshore models from Poland-based development centers. Core offerings include bespoke application development, architecture design, MVP services, legacy modernization, system integration, QA and testing, embedded systems, cloud and DevOps services, data and AI services (including Databricks integration), and IT staff augmentation. The company serves mid-market and enterprise clients across banking, financial services, fintech, healthcare, renewable energy, manufacturing, and other regulated industries.

Product overview

Scalo is a Poland-headquartered software development and technology consulting firm offering comprehensive IT services as a single unified portfolio. The core offerings include Consulting & Design Services (business analysis, software assessment, architecture design, UI/UX, Scrum consulting), Custom Software Development (architecture, MVPs, modernization, integration, QA), Data & AI Services (AI adoption, analytics, Databricks integration), Cloud Services (DevOps, migration, AWS/Azure/GCP), and Embedded Systems. Delivery is enabled through flexible engagement models including IT Staff Augmentation (dedicated engineers, AI developers, DevOps), Dedicated Development Teams (team extension, AI teams), and Offshore/Nearshore Delivery Centers. The company serves regulated industries including Financial Services, Banking, Fintech, Insurance, Healthcare, Renewable Energy, Automotive, and Manufacturing, with operations spanning the USA, Europe, and Middle East.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Consulting & Design Services Strategic technology consulting including business analysis, software assessment, technology architecture design, UI/UX consulting, Scrum consulting, project management, and mergers & acquisitions / IT carve-out services for enterprise and mid-market clients.
• Custom Software Development End-to-end custom software development services including architecture design, MVP development, modernization and migration, system integration, white-label software, and QA and testing, delivered by senior engineering teams to enterprise clients.
• Data & AI Services Enterprise data and AI services including AI adoption, data analytics, data ecosystem solutions, data management, data migration, and Databricks integration consulting for advanced analytics, ML, and AI solutions.
• Cloud Services Cloud advisory, DevOps implementation, and cloud migration and modernization services across AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform, Kubernetes, and cloud data security for enterprise clients.
• Embedded Systems Services End-to-end embedded software development including middleware, firmware, systems design, modernization and migration, and consulting for IoT-integrated and hardware-integrated solutions.
• IT Staff Augmentation Flexible staffing solutions providing skilled technical professionals such as dedicated engineers, data engineers, AI developers, and DevOps engineers to supplement client teams.
• Dedicated Development Teams Full development teams delivered through dedicated teams, team extension, AI teams, and web development teams for sustained project delivery using nearshore and offshore models.
• Offshore and Nearshore Delivery Centers Delivery models including offshoring, nearshoring, offshore development center, nearshore development center, and outstaffing for global delivery flexibility, operated from Scalo's Polish development centers.
• POC Development Services Proof-of-concept development to validate technical and business assumptions before full project commitment, covering performance, user experience, and technical feasibility testing for clients evaluating new initiatives.
• Project Management Services Agile project management from early-stage Proof of Concept through production-ready MVP with clear milestones, risk control, and governance at all lifecycle stages for client engagements.
• IT Carve-Out Consulting Services End-to-end IT carve-out strategy and execution covering inventory, cutover, stabilization, TSA cost control, data separation, and compliance for company divisions undergoing separation or spin-off.

Quantifiable outcome

• 40% faster time-to-market for clients using strategic technology guidance
• +9 more outcomes

Named customers21 records

Segments9 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability10 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and strategic.

• DatabrickscoreTechnology or Integration · 24 February 2026Scalo joined Databricks' Consulting and Service Integration Partner Program, enabling delivery of advanced data and AI solutions through Databricks' Data Intelligence Platform. The partnership helps enterprises centralize data sources and adopt analytics, machine learning, and AI solutions. This collaboration marks a step in Scalo's broader growth strategy as it expands its presence in new regions and industries.
• CPQ Platform ProviderstrategicStrategic or Co-development Partner · 24 October 2025Strategic partnership with a leading CPQ (Configure, Price, Quote) platform provider, recruiting over 20 specialists to support the client's expansion and software development efforts. The partnership aims to boost the client's sales process automation and accelerate growth in the SaaS sector.
• MicrosoftcoreTechnology or IntegrationMicrosoft Gold Partner status, demonstrating technical excellence and customer success in Microsoft technologies. Provides access to advanced tools, resources, and support for delivering Microsoft-based solutions.
• AWScoreTechnology or IntegrationAWS partnership providing cloud services expertise for AWS outsourcing, migration, and modernization engagements.
• AzurecoreTechnology or IntegrationAzure DevOps consulting services and cloud platform expertise for Microsoft Azure-based development and deployment.
• ISOcoreOthersISO 27001 certification for information security management, demonstrating commitment to security best practices.

Scale indicators12 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• EPAM Systems: Global custom software development and digital engineering services firm with deep roots in Eastern Europe. Directly comparable to Scalo across custom software, data/AI, cloud, and staff-augmentation services, with similar enterprise clients and delivery-center model.
• Toptal: On-demand marketplace connecting enterprises with freelance software engineers, designers, and consultants. Comparable to Scalo on staff augmentation and dedicated team services, but with a marketplace rather than delivery-center model.
• Globant: IT and digital services company delivering custom software, AI/data, and cloud modernization to enterprise clients globally. Closely comparable to Scalo on services portfolio, vertical mix, and nearshore/offshore delivery footprint.
• Software Mind: Poland-based custom software development and dedicated team provider. Operates in the same nearshore Polish engineering talent market as Scalo, with overlapping service lines in cloud, AI, and enterprise software delivery.
• Intellias: Ukraine-headquartered IT outsourcing and custom software development firm serving European and U.S. enterprise clients. Comparable nearshore delivery model, staff augmentation, and regulated-industry focus (automotive, fintech, healthcare).
• Andersen Lab: Custom software development company with European delivery centers providing dedicated teams, cloud, and digital transformation services. Comparable to Scalo on Poland/EU delivery footprint and mid-market/enterprise customer profile.

Broad incumbents

• Accenture: Global professional services firm with a massive IT services and custom development practice. Overlaps Scalo on enterprise custom software, cloud migration, and AI/data, but operates at far greater scale and breadth across all industries.
• Capgemini: Global IT consulting and services firm offering custom software, cloud, data/AI, and engineering services. Overlaps with Scalo's regulated-industry focus (banking, insurance, energy) and European enterprise client base.
• Cognizant: Large-scale IT services and consulting firm with strong custom development, cloud, and data/AI offerings. Competes with Scalo for enterprise digital transformation work, particularly in financial services and healthcare.
• Deloitte Digital: Digital transformation arm of Deloitte offering custom software, cloud, and consulting services. Competes for large enterprise modernization and IT carve-out mandates that Scalo also targets.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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