The RUSSOFT IT forum took place from September 24 to 26 in Repino, focusing on the theme 'IT Industry 2026: Between Sovereignty Strategy and Market Reality.' The event gathered Russian IT company executives, industry experts, and government officials to discuss the current state of the market, regulation, and financing.
Key sessions addressed the transition from custom development to proprietary product creation. Discussions covered business management under uncertainty, product scaling, and strategies for entering new markets. Participants also examined the challenges of maintaining existing systems while adopting new technologies.
The HR track focused on the training, adaptation, and retention of specialists. Industry leaders, educational institutions, and government representatives discussed aligning expectations for workforce preparation, including certification processes and the impact of AI on daily workflows.
The technology track explored AI infrastructure, its application in corporate development, and automation standards. The sessions emphasized moving from isolated AI experiments to managed, secure systems that integrate into existing product development and support processes.
