PwC Central and Eastern Europe

We’re proud to be recognised at the 2025 Microsoft Partner of the Year Awards.    Together with Microsoft, we're building secure cloud environments, extracting valuable insights from data, and developing GenAI solutions tailored to local needs.    We’ve been recognised across multiple categories for leading end-to-end business transformation on Microsoft Cloud and for building and innovating with GenAI and Copilot.    This global accolade showcases the growth opportunities that partnerships can unlock in our CEE region and worldwide.    Explore how we're leading award-winning transformation with Microsoft: https://lnkd.in/dyNJjC89     Marcin Sidelnik, Mariusz Chudy, Kamil Marcin Kosiński, PhD, Jakub Borowiec, Anda Rojanschi, Michal Targiel

Our Global Workforce Hopes and Fears Survey 2025 shows what’s on the minds of workers across continents and sectors:   🔸 54% of workers globally (42% in CEE) have used GenAI at least once in the past year and are seeing clear productivity and quality benefits.    🔸However, 57% of employees in CEE, and 45% globally, have never used GenAI. There’s a long way to go before it’s part of everyday work for many workers.   🔸Both globally and in CEE workers are juggling financial strain, fatigue, and uncertainty about the future. This makes trust and psychological safety more important than ever for employers.    🔸 CEE workers (53%) are slightly less optimistic about the future of their role in their organisation than global averages (49%). Leaders can address these uncertainties to create shared goals and alignment.     Explore what’s driving employees' motivation in the full report: https://lnkd.in/eMyuVDjk    #HopesAndFears 

By the end of 2025, 30% of all GenAI projects will be dropped after the proof-of-concept stage. The challenge is often what lies beneath the technology—it’s the data foundation.    At our Cloud & Digital Hub in PwC Polska, we’re addressing the critical questions of how companies can move to the production phase and transform their AI goals into tangible business outcomes.    🟧 Ernest Orlowski explains how to start the implementation of a GenAI project and make sure it delivers the business value.    🟧 Michael Norejko introduces a model that connects key business use cases, processes, and essential data components to help GenAI boost business value.    🟧 Natalia Roślik highlights that scaling GenAI beyond the proof of concept demands quality data, robust governance, and collaboration across functions.    Watch all episodes here: https://lnkd.in/dbfX7qcM      #AI #FutureofCEE #Data

If your growth plan depends on cloud, data and AI, the biggest risk is treating cybersecurity as an afterthought.    Security isn’t always keeping up with digital transformation. AI raises questions on privacy and compliance. Regulations differ by market. Talent is scarce.    But you don’t have to choose between speed and safety. We build security in from day one, so your cloud and AI projects move fast and safe. Our managed services handle CEE regulatory complexity while your teams focus on growth.    Learn how we can help with strategies connected to your growth goals, risk appetite and CEE realities: https://lnkd.in/dUEdDMU3    #SoYouCan #cybersecurity #FutureofCEE #digital    Peter Durojaiye, Piotr Urban, Petr Špiřík 

From four CEE countries last year to 11 today—we’re expanding our presence in the influential IFLR1000 financial and corporate law rankings.     What’s changed in the 2026 results:     🟧 PwC Azerbaijan, PwC Legal Czech Republic, PwC Georgia, PwC Hungary, PwC Mongolia, and PwC Legal Polska entered the rankings for the first time.  🟧 PwC Lithuania’s M&A practice rose to Tier 3.  🟧 PwC Romania’s M&A ranking advanced, with new individual recognitions.  🟧 PwC North Macedonia holds strong at Tier 2, now with expanded recognition in Project Development.  🟧 PwC Ukraine’s firm rankings moved up to Notable.     Our cross-border collaboration is creating visibility, credibility, and results across the region. Congratulations to all the teams and individuals who made this happen.    #IFLR1000 #Legal #LawFirm    Elchin Mammadov, FCIArb, Marc Mueller, Anda Rojanschi, Ilona Panurco, Wojciech Trzcinski, Cristina Ioana Paduraru, Petr Kincl, Péter Zalai, Ivan Mishev, Kiril Papazoski, Ovidiu Bold, Adina Oprea 

23% of Consumer Markets (CM) executives say their compliance teams sometimes struggle to provide advice and support.    The challenges of regulatory complexity, tech disruption, and limited resources are pushing traditional compliance models to their limits. So how can we meet these challenges?    Join us for a global PwC webinar on 19 November at 2–3pm CET to find out. We’ll explore the findings from our 2025 Global Compliance Survey and focus on:    🔸 Real-world examples of AI and tech in compliance  🔸 Strategies to scale compliance across regions  🔸 Practical ways to bridge talent and resource gaps    Discover how compliance can drive innovation and resilience. Register here: https://lnkd.in/dzUV9nBN     #ConsumerMarkets #Compliance #AI Piotr Urban, Anda Rojanschi, Mieczyslaw Gonta, Balázs Mészáros, Štefan Čupil, Mircea Bozga, Olga Cileckova, Marcin Makusak, Elina Aleksieienko, Xenofon Eleftheriadis, Olena Volkova, Anita Mekler, Ruxandra Tarlescu, Bakhtiyar Sultan

The global energy transition isn’t a uniform journey—progress varies widely across nations, shaped by differences in resources, governance, and geopolitical realities Our latest global analysis, the changing energy order, examines how G20 nations are progressing across five criteria: economic and political stability, investment and financing ability, policy ambition, transition progress, and transition resources.  This study offers an in-depth look at how countries are accelerating or facing hurdles in adoption of clean energy technologies and solutions. Discover insights shaping the future of energy:   https://lnkd.in/eRBPPd_X #TheChangingEnergyOrder #EnergyResilience  Agnieszka Gajewska, Eric Janson, Jeroen van Hoof, Jason Wardell, Jeffery McMillan, Wojciech Slowinski, Mislav Slade-Šilović, Shaukat Tapia, Natalya Lim, Salavat Kalibekov, Arman Nurkin, CFA, ASA, CP³P  

Our new Assurance for AI service is a checkpoint for companies that want to deploy AI responsibly and move faster. It gives them an independent assessment of their AI’s integrity, governance, data security, and decision-making processes.   “AI is transforming business at every level and the need to embed trust is critical. Our independent assurance services combine deep technical insight with global assurance expertise, helping organisations innovate responsibly and adopt AI with clarity and confidence.” Jiri Zouhar, Partner and CEE Assurance Leader   Discover how Assurance for AI can help you unlock AI’s potential with confidence: https://lnkd.in/d_JKwtjC    #AI #TrustoverAI #ResponsibleAI #AssuranceforAI   Adam Krason, Agnieszka Gajewska, Tomas Fiala, Anda Rojanschi, Piotr Urban, Marcin Sidelnik, Jakub Borowiec, Kamil Marcin Kosiński, PhD, Aleksandra Bańkowska 

Tech choices today set the framework for the next decade. But transformation fails when it’s technology for technology’s sake.    That’s why we help clients navigate an overwhelming tech landscape and bring specialised expertise and a focus on business outcomes. Together, we connect strategy, design and delivery to avoid hand-offs and keep projects on track.    Learn more how we can make your tech journey easier and more effective: https://lnkd.in/dGFT_F7D    #SoYouCan #FutureofCEE #Technology #Consulting    Mariusz Spiewak, Petr Lozek 

Over 90% of electric vehicles (EV) owners worldwide love their cars. But they still make up only about 8% of today’s car market. Growing beyond that narrow base will require lower prices and improved battery performance.    For automakers, this means doubling down on affordability, innovating for faster charging and longer ranges, and finding new ways to build customer loyalty.    These are key findings in our eReadiness 2025 report, which focuses on consumer opinions about EVs and territory-by-territory progress on infrastructure and government incentives for electrification.    Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/dY9qGAgs     #ElectricCar #EV    Jens Hörning, Ivo Cupak