ORIGIN Stands with Ukraine 🇺🇦

How ORIGIN Stands with Ukraine and Thrives Through War

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Introduction

Since the Russian invasion of Ukraine on February 24, 2022, the everyday lives of Ukrainians have been irrevocably altered, and what once appeared to be an unimaginable reality has now endured for years.

From alarming news to the sounds of sirens and bombings in the neighborhood to power outages, the uncertainty for the future, or even fleeing in search of safety and shelter, the war touched everyone in one way or another.

Ukrainian businesses in times of war: the resilience and growth in spite of challenging times

The changes brought about by the war in everyday life have mirrored shifts in the landscape for Ukrainian businesses, which had to swiftly adapt to the new realities.

Despite the daunting obstacles presented by the conflict, Ukrainian businesses demonstrated unwavering perseverance, proving their ability to overcome obstacles and emerge stronger in the face of adversity.

Notwithstanding the war-related uncertainties, Ukrainian business growth statistics demonstrate favorable trends. According to Consensus Economics, Ukraine’s GDP is expected to grow by 3.2% throughout 2024 in spite of the ongoing conflict.

The positive tendency is even more eminent in the IT-related field specifically, where growth has continued to accelerate without pause. According to expert predictions, revenue from IT services is expected to exhibit an annual growth rate (CAGR 2024-2029) of 6.11% during 2024-2029, leading to a market volume of US$4.60 billion by 2029.

Undoubtedly, support from international partners has played a crucial role in fostering this growth. In these challenging times for Ukraine, entrusting Ukrainian businesses with their projects has indeed been a powerful gesture of support and solidarity across the globe. Considering this, Ukrainian businesses have ensured that the delivery of their high-quality services remains uncompromised.

How ORIGIN navigated the challenges of leading a business amidst war

Like many other Ukrainian businesses in times of war, ORIGIN has implemented robust measures to ensure the seamless operation of its team and reassure its clients.

First and foremost, prioritizing the safety and well-being of our team members has been paramount. Given ORIGIN’s remote-first culture, many of our experts were already living and working outside of Ukraine prior to the onset of the war. However, for those who found themselves in Ukraine when the conflict began, we did our best to ensure their safety and well-being. ORIGIN provided the necessary assistance for the teammates who needed it, including facilitating access to safe locations and offering support with any challenges or concerns that arose.

However, our efforts didn’t end there. Adopting a proactive approach to navigating challenges, ORIGIN established comprehensive contingency plans and implemented active communication and support channels to ensure the well-being of our team and maintain operational continuity. Most importantly, we also maintained utmost transparency with our clients, keeping them informed every step of the way.

Through these measures, we have not only weathered the storm but emerged stronger, demonstrating our resilience and dedication to both our team and our clients.

ORIGIN growth milestones in 2022-2024

During this time, we’ve achieved the following:

Project portfolio expansion.

Over the past 2.5 years, ORIGIN has successfully completed approximately 500 projects spanning Scan-to-BIM services, as-built and construction documentation, light-gauge steel (LGS) design and detailing, and related services.

With our commitment to excellence, we take pride in delivering results to our partners. For example, one of our latest projects is the light-gauge steel design and detailing for a single-family home in Denmark resulted in significant manufacturing time savings for the client, achieved through the CNC export of LGS panels and the utilization of CNC roll formers for LSG panel production.

Team growth and expertise enhancements.

ORIGIN has expanded its team by recruiting new experts, particularly focusing on strengthening expertise in digital twin development, advanced Scan-to-BIM workflows, and innovative GFRC facade panel design — helping clients achieve greater accuracy and design precision across their projects.

We also heavily invest in enhancing the proficiency of our current teammates, encouraging their education and growth. For example, our PM managers have recently leveled up their expertise by successfully completing the Project Management course at Hillel IT School. This exemplifies our commitment to continuous learning and development within our team.

The way we care: how ORIGIN stands with Ukraine

As a company with Ukrainian roots, we could not stand aside. Since the onset of this cruel and unjustified war, we have been committed to supporting the Ukrainian people in any way we can during this challenging time.

In addition to expressing our unwavering support, ORIGIN is actively contributing to humanitarian relief efforts, providing aid to those affected by the conflict.

Nearly $20,000 was donated by ORIGIN and its employees. We’ve cooperated with reputable organizations and NGOs to deliver essential supplies, medical assistance, and other forms of support to the people of Ukraine. Thanks to this, we’ve been able to close over 100 of their requests, ranging from military equipment to cars and humanitarian aid.

Furthermore, ORIGIN has been helping in what we do best—design and engineering. In doing so, we designed and manufactured over 10 mobile facilities for various purposes, from mobile command posts to mobile surgical units for emergency cases on the battlefield.

In the image below, you can see the design of mobile laundry and shower units for military purposes. As is known, maintaining hygiene on the frontlines is a challenging yet vital aspect, and ORIGIN has assisted in addressing this crucial need through our innovative design efforts.

The call for support

To our deepest sorrow, the war in Ukraine persists, and the Ukrainian nation requires support now more than ever.

We are encouraging our community, partners, and stakeholders to join us in standing with Ukraine and advocating for peace, justice, and the protection of human rights.

For all those who are not indifferent, you can make your donation through UNITED20, Ukraine’s official fundraising platform. Supported by the Ukrainian administration, the UNITED20 platform gains direct access to vital information regarding Ukraine’s most urgent humanitarian requirements, ensuring that donations are effectively allocated.

We are immensely grateful for any support, as every donation counts.

Donate now: https://u24.gov.ua/

Dmytro

5/7/24

5 min read

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