History and facts
Heuresis is more than 20 years of innovation in business. Learn about the journey of a company that was one of the first in Poland to combine certified managerial training and strategic HR consulting with advanced HRTech (SmartManager®) and practical implementation of ESG strategies. Our history is proof that in the VUCA/BANI world, the advantage is only on the side of the practitioners.
Heuresis: a Company that Develops Those Who Develop Others. Since 2001.
We partner with Leaders, Managers, HR Business Partners and Trainers - all those who build the strength and future of organizations every day. Our mission has never changed: to provide knowledge and tools that translate into measurable performance and competitive advantage.
From the beginning, we knew that training alone was not enough. Today, in a world full of chaos(BANI/VUCA) and new responsibilities(ESG), we help our clients not only understand change, but practically implement it. We combine more than 20 years of experience in management, negotiation and adult learning methodologies with innovative technologies.
History: From Consulting to Innovation Ecosystem: HRTech in our DNA
We started in 2001 as a boutique consulting firm. We quickly became a trusted partner for big players (like Danfoss and Synthos), helping them implement strategic development programs.
The breakthrough came when we decided that knowledge had to be available faster and more efficiently. As early as 2008 we introduced blended learning, and since 2016 (after years of internal work, started in 2006) we have also been a software publisher. That's why our services are complete: we don't just teach, we give ready-to-use tools for monitoring and managing change.
Innovation: IT tools and AI - Our DNA Code
At Heuresis, we look to the future. We understand that practical implementations in today's business require the support of technology. Innovation is our DNA code.
That's why we develop our own systems and applications:
- SmartManager.cloud and SmarteEdu.cloud are our IT tools that support strategic HR, competence and development management. These systems are integrated with artificial neural networks (AI), making processes smarter and faster.
- Our training courses culminate in international ACI® certification, a guarantee of global standards and measurable competencies.
We don't just talk about digital transformation - we lead it, providing clients with solutions that work.
Social Responsibility: the Stella Virium Foundation - ESG in practice
We act in advance, but always based on strong values. That's why ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) is not just a training topic for us - it's part of our mission.
Our real commitment to social capital and the idea of lifelong learning is realized through the Stella Virium Foundation, which we established in 2013.
Through the Foundation:
- We implement projects for social and professional integration (e.g. for migrants and refugees).
- We actively support pro-environmental activities (e.g. creative recycling workshops).
- We build sustainability in practice, showing that business can and should change the world for the better.
When you choose Heuresis, you are choosing a partner that combines management expertise with innovative tools and real accountability in the ESG era.
Join the ranks of those who don't just educate others - they thrive in a VUCA world where leadership competencies, negotiation skills, adult education, modern HR and ESG implementation become a source of real advantage.
Certification and Standards: Quality Guarantee (ACI® and ISO)
At Heuresis, we believe that measurable results are the only currency of trust.
We don't stop at slogans - we base our methodology on international standards. We are the only partner of the American Certification Institute (ACI®), one of the leading global certification bodies. This means that our clients, including managers and trainers, earn an international certification that is recognized and valued around the world.
Quality Is Methodical Work
For us, quality assurance is a daily, methodical work, not a one-time audit. For years, we have consistently maintained ISO certification, which has taught us that operational excellence requires:
- Attention to the customer: Continuous improvement of development programs based on real market needs.
- Measurability: Designing training in such a way that its effects are visible in the day-to-day operations of the organization.
- Methodological Rigor: Ensuring that every service, from consulting to HRTech, meets the highest global requirements.
When you choose Heuresis, you are choosing a partner that invests in standards and certifications to give you real, documented assurance of your development investment.
Heuresis - business training, competence development, innovative HR tools. We develop those who develop others!
2001
At that time, we specialized in the implementation of closed-door, "tailor-made" training courses in management, customer service and the development of collaborative competencies.
First ISO 9001:1994 certification
2002
The scope of the certification included the design and delivery of training and consulting services.
2003
Integrated program resulted in increased distribution network and improved sales efficiency.
2005
In total, by mid-2019, we had already trained more than 700 management trainers, including certification of more than 100.
2005
2005 - 2020
Acquisition of EU projects for clients with a global value of PLN 50 million.
2006
In total, we completed more than 1,000 training and consulting hours at the company. Cooperation with us resulted in the implementation of productivity improvement tools and higher productivity and increased employee satisfaction.
2008
Integrated program for managers and employees to support cooperation during the company's large-scale relocation operation from the center of Rzeszow to the new plant in Jasionka.
2009
Supporting the process of increasing the effectiveness of internal training by training a cadre of trainers.
2010
Stimulating commitment and counteracting disruption during the relocation of the production plant from Kraków to Niepołomice.
2010
In cooperation with the Training and Consulting House, we prepared courses based on the adult learning cycle in the form of animated videos with numerous interactions.
2011
Establishment of cooperation with American Certification Institute® and International Purchasing and Supply Chain Management Institute®.
2013
We established the Stella Virium Foundation for Qualifications Development as a CSR activity of Heuresis.
2014
2014
"Results count" award from the Institute for Educational Research for the Certified International Professional Trainer® trainer course.
2014
Organization of an international qualification congress with the participation of experts from around the world.
2015
We established cooperation with RC Business as an accredited partner for certified training.
2016
We supplemented ourtraining and consulting services with prepared IT tools, which introduced us to the group of software publishers and prompted us to change our name, which in its previous form did not include our entire scope of activity.
2016
The competence management module of theSmartManager application (still under the name Depth) is created.
2017
2019
In 2014, we were the first company to receive the certificate of the Malopolska Standards of Educational and Training Services. This certificate was enclosed in a time capsule. The ceremonial submission took place on January 11, 2019, during the Małopolska Conference of Public Employment Services organized by the Provincial Labor Office.
2020
We re-certified ISO 9001:2015, which we successfully passed.
Our Values, Quality and Experience
Q: Which historical projects best reflect Heuresis' DNA?
A: Two areas are key: improving productivity and solving complex organizational problems. For example, a long-standing partnership with Danfoss resulted in the implementation of tools that realistically improved productivity, and complex programs for Synthos or Zelmer focused on improving collaboration and change management. These experiences taught us that practical implementations are more important than theory.
Q: What have you learned from building your own IT tools (SmartManager)?
A: Mainly that change is continuous. When we started working on SmartManager.cloud (from 2006), the market was different. Today, we know that tools must evolve not only technologically (e.g., integration with AI), but must also adapt to changes in workflows, HR processes and legal requirements (like ESG). Building our own software has solidified our philosophy: innovation is constant, hard work.
Q: How important are ISO certifications and international standards to you?
A: Certifications, including ISO quality management systems, have taught us that quality is not a slogan. It's daily, methodical work and constant attention to the needs of the customer, co-workers and employees. Audits and standards are our internal control mechanism that ensures that our services are certified not only on paper, but most importantly in practice.
People and Methodology
Q: How do you select trainers and experts to work with?
A: We rely exclusively on practitioners who know the business "behind the scenes." Each person must have solid managerial or expert experience. In addition, we make sure that our trainers and consultants have international certifications (e.g. American Certification Institute ACI® or other key certifications in the field), which is a confirmation of their competence not only in the market, but also in methodology.
Q: How does Heuresis approach the challenges of today's world (VUCA/BANI and ESG)?
A: We always act in advance, but aptly. VUCA/BANI (Chaos/Fragility) requires leaders to be resilient and quick decision makers - this is the goal of our Crisis Leadership programs. ESG, on the other hand, is not just a responsibility for us, but a strategic opportunity. That's why we train Boards of Directors and HR on CSRD reporting, and through the Stella Virium Foundation we actively implement programs to support social capital - proving that ESG is real change for us.