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2025-11-10
6 min.
Alex Filip
Denmark is running out of IT specialists
In Denmark, both small and large companies are currently under significant pressure when it comes to accessing skilled IT professionals. A study from the Danish Chamber of Commerce (Dansk Erhverv) shows that more than six out of ten IT companies have difficulties recruiting employees. At the same time, around 66% of IT firms report a shortage of specialists in system development and programming.
If you manage a Danish startup or a small IT department with one to three developers, this means that every time a key employee resigns or when you start a new project, the lack of backup and competence puts you in a difficult position. You might have to say no to new features, projects, or opportunities. So even when the focus is on growth, you end up facing capacity and skills constraints.
If you manage a Danish startup or a small IT department with one to three developers, this means that every time a key employee resigns or when you start a new project, the lack of backup and competence puts you in a difficult position. You might have to say no to new features, projects, or opportunities. So even when the focus is on growth, you end up facing capacity and skills constraints.
Why Romania makes sense as an alternative
When you consider expanding your capacity, Romania stands out as an obvious choice for several reasons. According to a market analysis, Romania has over 200,000 IT and software developers. The country has established itself as a solid outsourcing and near-shoring destination in Eastern Europe, with infrastructure and educational standards that enable EU-level quality.
McKinsey & Company estimates that Romania’s digital economy could grow to around €52 billion by 2030 — a clear sign that the tech sector is expanding, not stagnating.
For Danish companies, this means access to greater capacity and expertise without disrupting your organizational rhythm. Time zones, culture, and communication are easier to manage. At the same time, costs are typically lower than in Denmark, reducing the risk of being left without development resources simply because the local market doesn’t have enough hands.
In short: if you plan to scale up, take on more projects, or ensure your small IT team doesn’t become overworked, Romanian collaboration can be a strategically smart solution.
McKinsey & Company estimates that Romania’s digital economy could grow to around €52 billion by 2030 — a clear sign that the tech sector is expanding, not stagnating.
For Danish companies, this means access to greater capacity and expertise without disrupting your organizational rhythm. Time zones, culture, and communication are easier to manage. At the same time, costs are typically lower than in Denmark, reducing the risk of being left without development resources simply because the local market doesn’t have enough hands.
In short: if you plan to scale up, take on more projects, or ensure your small IT team doesn’t become overworked, Romanian collaboration can be a strategically smart solution.
Zmei – the bridge between Denmark and Romania
If you wait too long, you risk finding yourself unable to deliver on time or quality because you can’t find the right talent in Denmark.
By building software through Zmei, you get:
- A strategic buffer against skill shortages and delivery risks
- The ability to take on more projects and grow without expensive internal expansion
- Greater flexibility in your development resources
- A collaboration model where you keep control in Denmark but gain capacity from Romania
If you’re interested, the natural next step is a no-obligation conversation with Zmei about your needs (skills, technologies, number of developers, timeline). Zmei can share examples of past collaborations and explain how integration works.