Vaisala - Teamwork and the right attitude at the heart of digital development

Today, the majority of Vaisala’s product development staff are involved in software development. Over the past decade, digitalization has significantly impacted Vaisala’s software development.

“We’ve moved from traditional embedded software to modern systems where device-to-device communication and continuous updates are key,” says Ilari Virta, Development Manager at Vaisala's Industrial Measurements business area.

Vaisala’s software development places strong emphasis on internal capabilities, with development teams made up of experienced professionals. External experts are brought in when additional support is needed during projects—usually as individuals, not full outsourced teams.

“It’s important to us that all our developers are on the same page, whether they’re Vaisala employees or external consultants. Sometimes a consultant brings in deep expertise in a specific area, in which case they also help share that knowledge with our in-house team,” Virta explains.

When bringing in outside talent, Vaisala prioritizes strong collaboration skills and the right mindset — particularly a proactive, solutions-oriented approach. For Vaisala’s software development, the target is always defined by meeting customer and business needs rather than by the specific technologies used.

Because Vaisala’s projects are often long and complex, the company values partners who are committed and communicate proactively. Virta describes the partnership with Witted as very effective

“Witted has an excellent ability to respond quickly and provide exactly the kind of talent we’re looking for, precisely when we need it,” says Virta and continues:

“Their experts have consistently been proactive, skilled, and a perfect match for our challenging projects.”