What SKILL does

SKILL s.r.o. is a privately held Czech IT services firm headquartered in Prague 8 - Karlín that has operated continuously in the Czech market since 1992. The company delivers custom software development, IT system operations, security consulting, IT architecture design, system integration, and branded hardware supply (including exclusive distribution of EUROTEMPEST SDIP-27 certified TEMPEST computer systems in the Czech Republic). Its customer base is concentrated in Czech state administration and the banking sector, with named engagements including the Customs Service General Directorate (Generální ředitelství cel), Ministry of Finance, Ministry of Defense of the Czech Republic, NATO Consultation and Control Agency, and Národní rozvojová banka.

The firm's core product is ServiceDesk, an ITIL-aligned service, technical, and application support platform supporting Incident, Knowledge, Problem, Change, Release, Service Level, Configuration Database, and Access management processes, deployed in government organizations supporting thousands of users. SKILL has also developed a portfolio of sector-specific systems including Copis (intellectual property protection), TIS (tariff information), EZZ (seized goods records), ESEV (execution orders), ISMP (mobilization preparations for Ministry of Defense), and BI (NATO project database) for government clients, plus Bond Desk, IS AURA, MISIR, WebClient, and E-podatelna for Národní rozvojová banka. The technology stack is Microsoft-centric, built on ASP.NET, MVC, WPF, MS SQL Server, Windows Server, and IIS, with HP OpenView for systems management.

SKILL operates with a small team (1-10 employees) under a direct enterprise sales model targeting government and banking clients in the Czech Republic. Revenue is generated through professional services contracts, managed services engagements, and hardware sales. The firm holds ČSN EN ISO 9001:2016 quality management certification, NBÚ Secret and NATO Secret security clearances, and Silver Partner status with both Microsoft and Hewlett-Packard Enterprise, with only two managing directors (Ing. Petr Hrubý and Ing. Václav Kyba) listed on the contact page.

Name

SKILL

Legal name

SKILL s.r.o.

Website

https://skill.cz

Company type

Private

Founded year

1992

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

SKILL s.r.o. is a privately held Czech IT services firm headquartered in Prague that since 1992 has delivered custom software development, system operations, security consulting, IT architecture, integration, and hardware supply to Czech government agencies and the banking sector, anchored by an ITIL-based ServiceDesk product.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

IT Services and Custom Software Development

NAICS

Computer Systems Design and Related Services (54151), Custom Computer Programming Services (541511), Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services (5416)

SIC

Services-Computer Integrated Systems Design (7373), Services-Computer Programming Services (7371), Services-Prepackaged Software (7372)

akta.pro primary industry

IT Knowledge Management & Service Desk Platforms (HDAEALAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

IT Support & End-User Computing (Helpdesk, Desktop, M365/Google Workspace) (EDABAFAN), IT Asset Lifecycle Services (Procure-to-Retire) (BPAEAOAF)

Keywords

• Custom software development
• IT system operations
• Security consulting services
• IT architecture design
• System integration services

Headquarters

HQ city

Praha

HQ country

Czechia

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Custom Software Development: Custom development services for specialized applications, management of employees and processes throughout the entire life cycle of IT system development with maximum flexibility in implementation of specific projects.
2. System Operations and Support: IT systems operation support using ITIL framework, configuration and change management, security management, computer network management, database server management, and training services.
3. Security Consulting: Comprehensive consulting services in information systems security including authentication, authorization, access control, security project design, data encryption, and security project implementation.
4. Hardware Provision: Supply of hardware solutions and branded HW and SW products through HPE partnership.
5. TEMPEST Solutions: TEMPEST certified computer systems for protection against compromising electromagnetic emissions, exclusive partnership with EUROTEMPEST for Czech Republic.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

SKILL s.r.o. is a Czech IT services company that provides custom software development, IT system operation and support, information systems security consulting, IT architecture design, system integration, and hardware solutions to government agencies and banking institutions. Its flagship product is ServiceDesk, an ITIL-based service management solution, and it also distributes TEMPEST-certified computer systems as EUROTEMPEST's exclusive Czech partner.

Product overview

SKILL s.r.o. is an IT services company offering a portfolio of specialized applications and professional services. Their core product is ServiceDesk, a comprehensive service management solution supporting ITIL processes for government and banking clients. Beyond ServiceDesk, they deliver custom-developed sector-specific systems including Copis (intellectual property protection), TIS (tariff information), EZZ (seized goods records), ESEV (execution orders), ISMP (mobilization preparations), and BI (NATO projects database) for government clients, and Bond Desk, IS AURA, MISIR, WebClient, and E-podatelna for banking clients. Additionally, as exclusive Czech partner of EUROTEMPEST, they provide certified TEMPEST computer systems. Their service portfolio spans custom development, system operation, security consulting, IT architecture, system integration, and hardware solutions.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• ServiceDesk Service desk solution for service, technical and application support of end users, supporting key ITIL processes including Incident Management, Knowledge Management, Problem Management, Change Management, Release Management, Service Level management, Configuration Database, and Access management. Used by government and banking clients.
• Copis System for electronic processing of information in the field of intellectual property protection, including connection to the central database of the European Commission. Delivered to the Czech Customs Service General Directorate.
• TIS (Tariff Information System) Tariff information system for customs operations, deployed at the Czech Customs Service General Directorate.
• EZZ (Evidence of Seized Goods) Records of seized goods and state property system deployed at the Czech Customs Service General Directorate.
• ESEV Records of written cases related to execution orders, delivered to the General Directorate of Finance of the Czech Republic.
• ISMP (Information System of Mobilization Preparations) Information system of mobilization preparations deployed at the Ministry of Defense of the Czech Republic.
• BI (NATO Projects Database) Evidence database of NATO projects deployed at the Ministry of Defense of the Czech Republic.
• Bond Desk Bond trading support and bond portfolio management system deployed at Národní rozvojová banka (National Development Bank).
• IS AURA Analytical tool for risk management deployed at Národní rozvojová banka (National Development Bank).
• MISIR Insolvency register monitoring system deployed at Národní rozvojová banka (National Development Bank).
• WebClient (Internet Banking) Internet banking platform deployed at Národní rozvojová banka (National Development Bank).
• E-podatelna (Electronic Registry) Electronic registry for handling electronic submissions, deployed at Národní rozvojová banka (National Development Bank).
• TEMPEST Certified Computer Systems Certified TEMPEST computer systems according to SDIP-27 standards for protection against compromising electromagnetic emanations, provided as exclusive partner of EUROTEMPEST for the Czech Republic. Used by government and NATO clients.
• Custom Software Development Services Custom development services for specialized applications with management of employees and processes throughout the entire life cycle of IT system development, with maximum flexibility in implementation of specific projects. Targets government and banking clients.
• IT System Operations and Managed Support IT systems operation support using ITIL framework, including configuration and change management, security management, computer network management, database server management, and training services.
• Information Security Consulting Comprehensive consulting services in information systems security including authentication, authorization, access control, security project design, data encryption, and security project implementation. Supports NBÚ-classified information handling.

Quantifiable outcome

• ServiceDesk proven in government organizations supporting thousands of users

Named customers5 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and flagship.

• MicrosoftcoreTechnology or IntegrationClose working relationship established over time on the Czech market for joint development projects. SKILL has obtained Microsoft Certified Partner – Silver Application Development and Silver Data Analytics certifications, demonstrating certified specialists in various areas with product expertise and practical application experience.
• Hewlett-Packard Enterprise (HPE)coreTechnology or IntegrationHPE Silver partner relationship focusing on Enterprise solutions primarily for state administration and large corporations. Includes creation of integrated solutions and delivery of branded HW and SW products.
• EUROTEMPESTflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerSKILL is the exclusive partner of EUROTEMPEST for the Czech Republic. EUROTEMPEST specializes in production of certified TEMPEST computer systems according to SDIP-27 standards, with over 25 years of experience serving more than 20 European countries including NATO deployments. Products include accessories and services with certified Tempest hardware.
• NCIA (NATO Communication and Information Agency)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCooperation within the framework of extended cooperation on the NSIP (NATO Security Investment Program). SKILL has met demanding requirements for participation in NSIP.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Unicorn a.s. Czech-headquartered IT services company delivering custom software, system integration, and managed services to government, defense, and banking clients. Closely comparable to SKILL in vertical focus (Czech public sector + financial institutions) and service portfolio (custom development, operations, security).
• ICZ a.s. Czech IT services firm specializing in information systems for government, defense, and security-critical clients, with security clearances. Comparable to SKILL in serving Czech ministries and security-sensitive workloads via custom development and integration.
• Profinit EU: Czech IT consultancy focused on custom software development, data analytics, and enterprise IT architecture for financial services and large enterprises. Directly comparable to SKILL's custom development and Microsoft-based architecture work.
• Asseco Central Europe: Major Central European IT services and software group with strong presence in Czech banking and public administration. Comparable to SKILL in delivering IT solutions to Czech banks and state agencies, though at significantly larger scale.
• Ness Czech s.r.o. Czech IT services arm of Ness Group delivering custom development and managed services to enterprise and government clients. Comparable to SKILL in service portfolio and Microsoft-technology stack orientation.
• Stapro s.r.o. Czech IT services firm with long history serving public administration and registry/cadastre systems. Comparable to SKILL in Czech public-sector delivery model, custom development, and system-operation expertise.

Broad incumbents

• Atos (Czech operations): Global IT services group with Czech presence serving public sector and defense clients across Europe. Competes with SKILL for large government IT framework agreements at the multinational scale SKILL cannot match.
• TietoEVRY (Tieto Czech): Large Nordic-headquartered IT services provider with operations in the Czech Republic serving banking, public sector, and enterprise. Broader and larger than SKILL, but competes for the same Czech government and banking IT contracts.

Others

• ServiceNow: Global ITSM/ESM platform vendor whose cloud-native service management suite competes with SKILL's on-premise ServiceDesk product as Czech public-sector buyers modernize. Indirectly relevant as the broader market context for SKILL's ServiceDesk franchise.
• EUROTEMPEST: European TEMPEST hardware manufacturer that supplies SKILL as its exclusive Czech Republic partner. Related as the upstream technology supplier enabling SKILL's TEMPEST solutions revenue stream.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

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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