WIA

What WIA does

WIA spol. s r. o. is a privately held Czech telecommunications operator founded around 2000 by three co-founders (Filip, Pavel, and Tomáš) and headquartered in Prague, with nationwide coverage across the Czech Republic. The company operates its own fiber and licensed-band fixed wireless infrastructure connected to domestic peering nodes (NIX.CZ, SuperNetwork, Peering.cz) and international transit providers (Cogent, Twelve99, Google), and sells a bundled portfolio of business internet connectivity (optical, DSL, wireless), managed security (SafeLAN, SOC on Fortinet), cloud services (KVM/Red Hat virtual servers, Microsoft 365/Google Workspace, Azure ExpressRoute, Kubernetes, backup/DR), IP telephony and call center solutions, and managed IT services (Wi-Fi, installation, maintenance, network cabling, security cameras). Its primary customer base is Czech business and enterprise customers requiring SLA-backed connectivity (up to 99.9-99.97% availability) with 30-second backup failover, complemented by SMB/home office and residential segments served via direct sales, two physical WIA Points (Cheb, Úštěk), and an online portal. Revenue is generated predominantly through recurring monthly subscriptions and managed-service contracts, priced on a quote basis rather than published tiers, with a sales-led GTM anchored on 24/7 NOC support and direct operator access.

Name

WIA

Legal name

WIA spol. s r. o.

Website

https://wia.cz

Company type

Private

Founded year

2000

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

WIA is a privately held Czech telecommunications operator providing fiber, wireless, cloud, managed security, and IT services to Czech businesses, SMBs, and residential customers via its own infrastructure and 24/7 NOC support.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Telecommunications Services

NAICS

Wired and Wireless Telecommunications (except Satellite) (5171)

SIC

Communications Services, Nec (4899), Services-Telephone Interconnect Systems (7385)

akta.pro primary industry

Managed Wi‑Fi & WLAN Services (Campus/Branch) (HDAIAGAB)

Keywords

• Business internet services
• Fiber optic connectivity
• Managed cybersecurity services
• Cloud infrastructure hosting
• IP telephony solutions

Headquarters

HQ city

Praha

HQ country

Czechia

HQ region

Europe

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Business Internet Connectivity: Dedicated and symmetrical internet connections for businesses with guaranteed SLA availability (up to 99.9%), optical and fixed wireless technologies, and backup connection services.
2. Cloud Services: Virtual servers, backup and DR services, online office applications (Google Workspace, Microsoft 365), Kubernetes, and ExpressRoute for Azure connectivity.
3. IP Telephony and Call Center Solutions: Cloud-based IP Centrex PBX, call center services, and operator interconnect services for voice connectivity.
4. Managed IT Services: Managed Wi-Fi, remote control, installation and configuration, management and maintenance, network solutions, and security camera systems.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

WIA is a Czech telecommunications operator that sells business-grade internet connectivity (fiber, DSL, fixed wireless) with SLA-backed symmetrical speeds and automatic 30-second backup failover, alongside Fortinet-based cybersecurity (SafeLAN perimeter protection and 24/7 SOC), KVM/Red Hat Enterprise Linux cloud services (virtual servers, Kubernetes, Backup/DR, Microsoft ExpressRoute, Google Workspace and Microsoft 365 implementations), IP telephony (IP Centrex PBX, Call Center, operator interconnect), and managed IT services including Managed Wi-Fi, network design, installation, and security camera systems for Czech business and residential customers.

Product overview

WIA is a Czech telecommunications operator offering a comprehensive portfolio of internet connectivity and IT services for both businesses and residential customers. The core offering includes multiple internet connection types (optical/fiber, DSL, and wireless), all backed by robust SLAs up to 99.97% and 24/7 technical support. WIA's security suite, anchored by SafeLAN and SOC services built on Fortinet technology, provides comprehensive cyber protection including NGFW, threat detection, and vulnerability management. Cloud services encompass virtual servers on KVM/Red Hat infrastructure, backup and disaster recovery, Kubernetes container orchestration, and Microsoft 365/Google Workspace implementations. Additional services include managed Wi-Fi, IP telephony (IP Centrex), call center solutions, operator interconnect, network solutions, and security systems. WIA differentiates through integrated service delivery—managing everything from data center to network infrastructure to end devices under one provider with clear responsibility.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• WIA SafeLAN: Comprehensive cyber protection service providing perimeter protection with firewalls, threat detection and prevention, vulnerability management, and security incident monitoring.
• IP Centrex

Products and services

• WIA Internet (Business Internet Connectivity) Dedicated and symmetrical business internet connections with guaranteed parameters, SLA up to 99.97%, optical and fixed-wireless technologies, backup options, and 24/7 technical support for Czech businesses.
• WIA Optika (Optical Fiber Internet) Fiber-optic internet service for businesses where WIA optical infrastructure is available, offering nearly unlimited capacity and high reliability with minimum 30-year service life.
• WIA DSL Digital Subscriber Line internet connectivity option for businesses in areas where WIA optical infrastructure is not available.
• Backup Internet Connection Secondary internet connection with automatic failover that switches within 30 seconds when the primary connection fails, using an independent technology (e.g. DSL/LTE) to enable up to 99.9% SLA.
• SD-WAN/MPLS Software-Defined Wide Area Network services and MPLS connectivity options for distributed enterprises needing flexible centralized network management.
• Internet for Home Office Dedicated internet connection designed for employees and small businesses working from home, providing reliable daily access to business applications and company systems.
• WIA SafeLAN Comprehensive cyber protection service built on Fortinet technology, providing perimeter security with firewalls, threat detection and prevention, vulnerability management, and security incident monitoring for businesses.
• SOC (Security Operations Center) Managed 24/7/365 Security Operations Center providing external cyber expert monitoring of cloud environments, devices, logs, and networks for threat detection, with SIEM/SOAR capabilities, behavioral analysis, AI, and machine learning.
• Vulnerability Management Risk assessment service for identification, evaluation, resolution, and ongoing monitoring of security vulnerabilities in customer IT systems.
• Virtual Servers (Business Cloud) Virtual private servers with reserved RAM and fast NVMe storage running on a KVM platform with Red Hat Enterprise Linux, including server housing, rental and domain management for businesses.
• Backup and Disaster Recovery Corporate data backup and Disaster Recovery service with regular backups and rapid operational restoration to protect key business information and minimize outage impact.
• Online Office Applications (Google Workspace & Microsoft 365) WIA-led implementation and migration of Google Workspace and Microsoft 365 productivity suites, providing business email, documents, calendars, and drive access from any device, with selection assistance and migration support.
• Kubernetes for Enterprise Container orchestration service enabling automated deployment, management and scaling of containerized applications with high availability and fast release cycles.
• Microsoft ExpressRoute Dedicated private connectivity service between customer infrastructure and Microsoft Azure cloud, bypassing the public internet to deliver low latency, high reliability, and guaranteed bandwidth.
• IP Centrex (Cloud-based IP PBX) Cloud-based IP PBX solution enabling intelligent call routing between branches and departments, with automatic attendant, call recording, and call center functions, supporting IP phones, softphones and other devices.
• Call Center Service Comprehensive voice solution for handling incoming calls, active outreach, and customer care during peak hours, operated as a service without requiring customers' own technology investments.
• Operator Interconnect Service ensuring technical and contractual connections with other operators for voice, SMS, data and IP connectivity, enabling cross-network communication without downtime.
• Managed Wi-Fi Complete wireless network management service covering design, installation, and 24/7 monitoring with support, enabling customers to avoid Wi-Fi infrastructure investments.
• WIA Residential Internet & TV (incl. WIA TV) Residential internet and television services for households, including optical, fixed and wireless internet and WIA TV/Skylink Live TV, offered through WIA's household portal and WIA Points.

Quantifiable outcome

• 99.9% SLA availability for business connections
• +2 more outcomes

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration7 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• COM PLUS CZminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 16 October 2025Co-hosting a cybersecurity business breakfast event on NIS2 and ISO 27001. COM PLUS CZ provides presentations on ISO 27001 implementation and security tools (Smart Monitoring, Facentry access systems).
• TD SYNNEXminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 16 October 2025Co-hosting a cybersecurity business breakfast event. TD SYNNEX provides Microsoft security solutions expertise including Defender and Purview Suite for Microsoft 365 Business Premium.
• Česká asociace franchisingu (ČAF)minorGTM or Marketing Partner · 5 June 2025WIA presents at Franchising Forum 2025 as a franchising partner, with WIA's presentation titled 'WIA – Your Franchising Partner' at the event organized by ČAF.
• FortinetcoreTechnology or IntegrationWIA builds their security solutions on Fortinet products, which are described as a world leader in network security. This includes next-generation firewall (NGFW) implementations for customer security solutions.
• MicrosoftcoreTechnology or IntegrationWIA offers Microsoft 365 and Azure cloud services including Microsoft ExpressRoute for secure Azure connectivity. Also offers Microsoft 365 Business Premium enterprise protection solutions.
• GooglecoreTechnology or IntegrationWIA offers Google Workspace cloud applications and is connected to Google's network for foreign transit. Also provides foreign transit through Google's infrastructure.
• Red HatcoreTechnology or IntegrationWIA's business cloud runs on stable KVM platform with Red Hat Enterprise Linux, providing enterprise-grade virtualization infrastructure.
• NIX.CZcoreTechnology or IntegrationWIA network is connected by two independent links to the NIX.CZ node for peering and network interconnectivity.
• Cogent CommunicationscoreTechnology or IntegrationForeign transit is ensured through connection to Cogent Communication network.
• Twelve99 (formerly Telia Carrier)coreTechnology or IntegrationForeign transit is ensured through two links to Twelve99 network.

Scale indicators5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• T-Mobile Czech Republic: T-Mobile CZ is a major Czech mobile and fixed-network operator serving consumers, SMEs and enterprise with voice, data, and managed connectivity—operating in the same connectivity and ICT market as WIA but at nationwide scale.
• O2 Czech Republic: O2 is the dominant incumbent telecom operator in the Czech Republic offering fixed, mobile, broadband, cloud and IT services to both consumer and enterprise customers—WIA's largest Czech competitor and the benchmark for nationwide telco+IT bundles.
• Vodafone Czech Republic: Vodafone CZ provides mobile, fixed broadband, IoT and enterprise ICT services across the Czech Republic—directly comparable as a large incumbent telco competing for the same SME and enterprise customers WIA targets.

Direct peers

• PODA: PODA is a Czech regional telecom operator delivering fiber, fixed wireless and bundled services to B2B and B2C customers across multiple regions—essentially the same business model and customer profile as WIA, but with broader regional coverage through its own fiber footprint.
• AVONET: AVONET is a Czech ISP/telecom offering fiber connectivity, cloud, and managed services to businesses using their own infrastructure—directly comparable to WIA's mix of owned-network connectivity plus cloud/managed services for SMEs in the Czech Republic.
• Selfnet: Selfnet is a Czech fiber ISP serving residential and business customers with own-network broadband and bundled services—comparable as a Czech fiber-based operator competing in the same SME/enterprise connectivity segment where WIA plays.
• Dial Telecom: Dial Telecom (now CE Colo Czech Republic) provides B2B data, voice, and managed connectivity services to Czech enterprises using own infrastructure, mirroring WIA's enterprise-focused connectivity and managed-services orientation toward mid-market and larger customers.

Others

• CETIN: CETIN is the Czech wholesale fixed-network operator that owns the largest fiber and copper footprint in the country. WIA depends on peering/infrastructure relationships with operators like CETIN's downstream ISP customers, making it a key ecosystem/infrastructure counterpart rather than direct competitor.

Emerging players

• GREYCORTEX: GREYCORTEX is a Czech-based provider of advanced network detection and security analytics (MSSP-style offering). Comparable to WIA's SOC/NDR capability and positions WIA among regional Czech cybersecurity-as-a-service peers, though GREYCORTEX focuses more on tooling than managed delivery.
• Whalebone: Whalebone is a CEE-focused cybersecurity provider delivering DNS-based protection and SOC-grade services to ISPs and SMBs across the region. As WIA builds out SafeLAN and SOC, Whalebone is an emerging regional competitor and potential partner for white-labeled cyber services for telcos like WIA.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights5 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/WIA.cz
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/wia
• Instagraminstagram.com/wia_cz

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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