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⚛️ The quantum era will not arrive overnight. Preparing for it cannot happen overnight either. The technological timeline remains uncertain, but cyber risk is already actionable, and the first industrial use cases are becoming increasingly tangible. 📘 In this edition of Astek Tech Focus, we outline four decisions organizations can make today to start preparing without investing too early: ▪️Protect sensitive data ▪️Map cryptographic exposure ▪️Strengthen architectural adaptability ▪️Identify the business challenges that genuinely warrant exploration Together, these actions provide a pragmatic way to begin preparing for the quantum future while creating value today.

3️⃣ not to be missed Astek news from August! 🏢 Astek opened a new chapter with the inauguration of its new headquarters in the CB21 Tower in Paris La Défense, Europe's leading business district. Designed as much more than an office space, the new headquarters reflects the Group's ambition to support major transformations across industries while fostering collaboration, innovation and knowledge sharing. By bringing teams together in a modern and inspiring environment, Astek strengthens synergies between expertise, clients and partners, supporting the next phase of its international growth. 🛡️ Astek Canada shared its expertise on the evolving challenges of physical security with Moïse Jarry-Lavoie. As organizations face increasingly complex environments, combining technology, risk management and operational resilience becomes essential. By contributing to this discussion, Astek showcased its ability to support clients in addressing critical security challenges while helping them build safer, more resilient organizations. 🐶 Astek Poland celebrated International Dog Day, highlighting the importance of well-being, team spirit and human connections in the workplace. Through a convivial initiative bringing colleagues and their four-legged companions together, the event reflected Astek's people-first culture and commitment to creating a positive and engaging work environment where professional success goes hand in hand with everyday well-being.

As organizations become more connected, their ability to anticipate disruption, protect critical operations and recover quickly is becoming a strategic business capability. From AI-enabled threats to third-party vulnerabilities, cyber resilience is now a key condition for sustainable transformation. ⬇️ How organizations can move from protection to resilience, and turn cybersecurity into a business enabler?

Having more data does not make an organization data-driven. The real advantage lies in turning information into better decisions, faster action and measurable business impact. Yet many organizations still struggle with fragmented data, unclear ownership and insights that remain disconnected from day-to-day operations. So what does it really take to become data-driven? • Start with business decisions, not technology • Build data that people and systems can trust • Embed insights directly into operational workflows • Measure value through tangible business outcomes Because the organizations that lead will not be those that collect the most data. They will be those that know what to do with it.

3️⃣ not to be missed Astek news from July! Astek France continues to strengthen its partnerships with leading engineering schools (Eseo, IMT Atlantique, ENIB - École Nationale d'Ingénieurs de Bizerte, ENSICAEN - Ecole Nationale Supérieure d'Ingénieurs de Caen, EPITA: Ecole d'Ingénieurs en Informatique), reinforcing its commitment to building stronger connections between higher education, research, and industry. These collaborations create valuable opportunities for students to engage with real-world engineering challenges, while fostering innovation through joint initiatives, knowledge sharing, and research projects. By working with academic institutions, Astek helps prepare the next generation of engineers while staying at the forefront of technological innovation.   Astek Poland enters a new phase of its development with the appointment of Tomasz Ławiński as the new Chief Operating Officer This evolution reflects the Group's commitment to empowering its local leadership, accelerating decision-making, and strengthening its ability to support clients while driving strategic growth in key areas such as Data & AI and Industry X.0. Astek Canada brought clients together for an evening combining networking and entertainment around the iconic Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group. Before enjoying the performance of ECHO, guests had the opportunity to connect during an informal 5@7, creating meaningful conversations beyond day-to-day business. A example of how strong partnerships are built through shared experiences and genuine connections.

3️⃣ not to be missed Astek news from June! Astek has been recognized as one of Deloitte France’s Best Managed Companies 2026 for the third consecutive year, highlighting the Group’s sustained growth and excellence in management, organization and talent development. Astek Poland organized its Summer Parties 2026 across several cities, bringing colleagues together for networking, team bonding and shared moments that celebrated the unique Astek spirit ahead of a grand finale in Gdańsk. Astek Netherlands is gearing up for the 8th edition of the Astek Kart Endurance Race, with more than half of the team captain spots already filled for the event taking place on 10 October in Utrecht. A day of racing, networking and team spirit awaits participants.

After two years of pilots, copilots, and proofs of concept, most organizations are facing the same reality: the value of GenAI is no longer in the models, but in the ability to scale it across systems, processes, and operations. The real shift is clear: from isolated use cases to enterprise-grade AI platforms. In our latest newsletter, we explore: ▪️Why most GenAI initiatives are still stuck in pilot mode ▪️The real barriers to scaling (data, integration, organization) ▪️What leading organizations are doing differently across industries ▪️What it actually takes to move from experimentation to execution

3️⃣ not to be missed Astek news from May! 🎓 At the Warsaw office, Astek Poland is investing in what matters most: its people. The latest edition of #BOOST, an intensive four-day program, brought together sales teams from across the country to sharpen their skills with hands-on modules covering prospecting, needs assessment, recruitment, and negotiation. Led by Astek's own experts, the program reflects a clear conviction: the best knowledge comes from within. 🤝 From May 18 to October 2, Astek France is launching a new edition of its #Coopdays referral campaign. Got a talented friend or former colleague ready for a new chapter? Every successful referral is rewarded, for you and for them. More than a bonus, it's a chance to bring someone you trust into a community where they can grow. 🤖 What does it actually look like to integrate AI into the day-to-day work of a functional analyst in banking? In the first episode of "Paroles d'experts", Astek Canada consultant Alexandre Colin shares his perspective from the field. A candid and insightful conversation about a profession at the heart of digital transformation.

95% of CEOs say they struggle to balance funding their current operations and investing in innovation when disruption hits. That's not an innovation problem. That's an execution problem. In our latest newsletter, we explore why most organizations are stuck in "pilot purgatory", running experiments that never scale, and what the ones getting it right are doing differently. The answer isn't more ideas. It's better engineering. What's the biggest barrier to scaling innovation in your organization right now? 👇