Process Genius kicked off SOHJO Week by participating in the Startup x Industry Connect side event in Joensuu — an initiative that brings together companies, startups, and industry leaders to foster collaboration and innovation.
Our CEO Jani Akkila represented Process Genius at the event, together with Jani Toropainen, CEO of Mecmetal Oy, where they presented a real-life cooperation case from North Karelia.
About SOHJO Week
SOHJO Week is a regional innovation and business event organized in Joensuu, Finland, focusing on strengthening collaboration between industry, technology providers, and emerging companies. The event highlights the importance of ecosystems, digitalization, and partnerships in driving regional and industrial growth.
The Startup x Industry Connect side event serves as a platform for sharing practical cases, building connections, and exploring new cooperation opportunities between established companies and innovative solution providers.
A Real Cooperation Case from North Karelia
During the session, Process Genius and Mecmetal Oy shared insights from their collaboration, demonstrating how strong partnerships can lead to tangible business outcomes. The case highlighted how combining industry expertise with digital solutions can improve operational efficiency and support better decision-making.
The key message was clear: meaningful results are built through close cooperation and shared goals.
Driving Results Through Digitalization
The presentation emphasized several core elements that enable successful collaboration and operational improvement:
- One platform → all critical data in one real-time view
- Better visibility → faster decisions and improved performance
- Clear roles → faster delivery and higher quality
These principles are at the heart of Process Genius’ approach to digital transformation, helping organizations streamline complex processes and improve collaboration across teams.
3D Digital Twin Supporting Industrial Collaboration
Our 3D Digital Twin SaaS platform plays a central role in enabling these outcomes. By creating a shared, real-time view of industrial environments, the solution allows all stakeholders to access the same up-to-date information, improving transparency and coordination.
This is particularly valuable in collaborative projects, where multiple parties are involved and efficient communication and data sharing are critical to success.
Looking Ahead
SOHJO Week provides an excellent platform for connecting with the regional ecosystem and strengthening partnerships that drive innovation forward. The discussions in Joensuu reinforced the importance of collaboration, digital tools, and shared visibility in achieving better industrial outcomes.
We look forward to continuing these conversations and building new partnerships within the ecosystem.
