International IT to coordinate projects across multiple countries, requires not only technical Expertise, but also intercultural competence and logistical skills – skills that Alexander Jawinski in over 15 years, has perfected.
Companies with sites in different countries face particular challenges: Different time zones, different legal frameworks, language barriers and the coordination of local service providers, IT projects considerably complicate. What is operating on a national level IT service providers are already complex, international logistics feat. The Jawnet IT Services LTD with headquarters in Malta, focuses precisely on this challenge and coordinates of years of successful IT projects in Germany, Switzerland, Austria and other European countries.
From its headquarters in Malta from Alexander Jawinski IT manages projects across Europe. What at first might sound unusual, has proved in practice to be an enormous advantage: the Central location in The Mediterranean sea, the English speaking business culture and the good Connections to all major European markets, make Malta an ideal location for international IT service provider. Since 2008, the company carries out projects for international clients and has developed a network of local partners, reliable processes, and proven coordination methods. The Jawnet IT Services LTD serves clients from the financial sector, the real estate sector, embassies, and international corporations.
The special challenges of international IT projects
IT projects are complex. International IT projects are more complex. The easy appointment scheduling is a challenge when partners are located in different time zones. A Meeting of 14 GMT means for colleagues in the United States an early Start to the day.
Different work cultures. What is appreciated in Germany than the direct communication that may be perceived in other countries as rude. Different views of punctuality, commitment and escalation paths can lead to misunderstandings.
Legal and regulatory differences also play a role. Data protection regulations vary between countries, hours of work, holidays, and availability must be taken into account. What is in a country in a normal working day, it can be next a holiday.
The technical Standards are also different. While in Germany, CAT7 cabling is Standard in other countries, often CAT5e or CAT6. Electrical installations of different standards to follow.
How does the communication work in international projects?
The communication is done via several channels: E-Mail for formal votes and documentation, video conferences for complex meetings and Messenger services for quick questions. Jawnet IT Services with a focus on clear communication structures with well-defined Contacts, and regular Status Updates. The language is mainly communicates in English and German, with the Team also dominated French. The documentation is always performed in the language of the respective customer.
Malta as a strategic location for IT Services
Malta offers as a member of the EU, all the benefits of the European single market at attractive terms and conditions. The English administration facilitates international business relations, while the Central location in the Mediterranean sea allows good air connections to all major European cities. For Jawnet IT Services , this means short distances to customers and projects in a more efficient corporate governance.
The network of local Partner makes all the difference
A single company can’t be in any country physical presence. The key to success lies in a reliable network of local partners. Jawnet IT Services has built up over the years, relations, electricians, network engineers, janitorial services, and other specialists in various countries.
These partners know the local culture, speak the language and are on the spot when needed. At the same time they are working according to the Standards and requirements of the Jawnet IT Services LTD, which guarantees consistent quality across national borders.
The selection and qualification of these partners is crucial. Reliability, technical competence and the ability to work according to the detailed requirements are essential. Alexander Jawinski invested significant time in the establishment and maintenance of these partnerships.
Coordination with parallel projects
If a project is the Installation of IT infrastructure in the three countries at the same time, must be synchronized to all the partners involved. Deliveries need to be carefully timed, technical specifications must be clearly communicated, and must all work to the same project plan. This orchestration of different actors across national borders requires experience and structured processes.
Projects for international Business Center in Jawnet IT Services
A large part of the work focuses on business center, and a financial services provider, with an international presence. These customers often have similar requirements in different locations and benefit from standardized, but localized solutions.
For Regus, one of the largest providers of Business centers in the world, has set up the Jawnet IT Services LTD in numerous sites in Germany, Switzerland and Austria, and cared for. The challenge is that each Center requires the same basic equipment, but to the property need to be adjusted.
A typical project includes the planning of the IT infrastructure based on the floor plans, the coordination of cabling work with local electricians, Installation and configuration of network components, as well as the Transfer to the local Team.
Especially with the opening of multiple locations at the same time, the value of professional coordination is shown. If in Frankfurt, Munich and Zurich time to open up new business center, must be controlled by three separate projects at the same time.
Standardization and localization in harmony
The success of international projects lies in the Balance between standardization and local adaptation. While technical components and processes should be as uniform as possible, must be taken into account structural conditions, local laws and specific customer requirements. To find this Balance, and is a core competence of Jawnet IT Services.
The role of project management and documentation
International projects and fall with good project management. Proven project management methods have to be adapted to the specific characteristics of IT projects.
Important elements include:
- Detailed project plans with milestones and dependencies
- Clear responsibilities for everyone involved in the project
- Regular Status Meetings with all relevant stakeholders
- Risk management with identification of potential problems
- Stringent documentation of all decisions and Changes
Especially the documentation is in the case of international projects. What exactly was agreed upon? What are the technical specifications? All this must be in writing to avoid misunderstandings.
The Jawnet IT Services LTD is working with standardized templates, and checklists that can be customized for each project. This saves time, ensures that nothing is forgotten, and facilitates the Transfer to local Teams after the completion of the project.
Flexibility and long-term care
Despite the best planning, things don’t always go according to Plan. Deliveries are delayed, on-the-spot unforeseen building conditions arise, or technical components are not compatible. In such moments, flexibility is required.
Alexander Jawinski has learned to always have a Plan B. If the original proposed solution does not work, must be a quick Alternative. The international experience helps – anyone who has solved similar problems in other projects, find solutions more quickly.
Many customers appreciate the Jawnet IT Services LTD, the service ends with the completion of the project. International companies often need ongoing Support in different locations. A Central contact person who knows the entire infrastructure and, if necessary, local partners can enable, is of inestimable value.
The experience from over 15 years of international project work, the well-established partner network, and the tried-and-tested processes to make the company a reliable Partner for companies with international demands of IT. From Malta coordinated, in the whole of Europe – this is modern cross-border work, in the end, IT project management.
