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Ropo Awarded as the Digital Company of the Year by Kuopio Area Chamber of Commerce

Ropo, a pioneer in invoicing technology and one of the largest software companies in Kuopio, has been awarded the Digital Company of the Year award by the Kuopio Region Chamber of Commerce. The company, which specializes in invoicing management and optimization, is the only operator in Northern Europe, offering a comprehensive invoice lifecycle platform.

The Kuopio Region Chamber of Commerce’s Digital Committee awarded Ropo on November 28, 2024, highlighting the company’s significant investments in digitalization, bold international expansion, and software development. Ropo, which has grown to become the market leader in Northern Europe, stood out for its strong customer-oriented product development and internal expertise.

“Ropo is an inspiring example of a successful service exporter from Northern Savonia, growing from a local startup to a significant Nordic player. Ropo has actively leveraged global trends such as digitalization, artificial intelligence, responsibility, and the transformations in information and cybersecurity as opportunities for growth,” explained Tatu Säisä, Chairman of the Chamber’s Digital Committee, justifying the selection.

Ropo, with a revenue of over 100 million euros, employs approximately 400 people. A quarter of these employees work in software and technical development, focusing on system implementations and technical projects. The company aims to continue focusing its software development in this region.

The Kuopio Region Chamber of Commerce’s Digital Committee awarded Ropo as the Digital Company of the Year on November 28, 2024.

“It is important for us to remain at the forefront of technology and be pioneers in our field. Ropo has strong local roots, and it is especially rewarding to receive this recognition here in our hometown of Kuopio. We have grown into one of the largest technology companies in the area, and all of Ropo’s core services are developed here,” commented Illka Sammelvuo, CEO of Ropo.

The Digital Company of the Year award is presented by the Kuopio Region Chamber of Commerce’s Digital Committee, which aims to highlight the regions’s ICT sector and high-level expertise. Previous winners include Ponsse Oyj (2022) and Newlcon Oy (2023),


Ropo is the Nordic market leader and pioneer in invoicing technology, transforming the invoicing flow end-to-end. We help companies unify and streamline all invoicing processes to create a seamless workflow, providing full visibility, an elevated customer experience, and improved control with a single overview. Committed to exceptional service and our one-platform strategy, we proudly support over 10,000 clients across Finland, Sweden, and Norway. Our vision is a better-flowing economy. ropo.com

Kuopio Region Chamber of Commerce is a driving force behind local and international business success. With 900 member companies, it supports the economy in Kuopio, Varkaus, and the Ylä-Savo region, representing the broader business community in Northern Savonia.