What Makes a “Make in Vietnam” Solution?

In the spirit of celebrating Vietnam’s 80th Anniversary of National Day, discover how Vietnamese tech solutions transform independence spirit into global innovation. What makes “Make in Vietnam” technology truly exceptional? Cultural wisdom meets cutting-edge excellence.

From Ba Dinh Square to the Digital Age

On September 2nd 1945, at the historic Ba Dinh Square, President Ho Chi Minh read the Declaration of Independence, establishing the Democratic Republic of Vietnam and opening a new chapter for the Vietnamese nation. Eighty years later, as we stand at the threshold of the digital era, rising amidst the transformation of emerging technologies, the spirit of ‘self-reliance’ of our forefathers not only lives on in history but has become a powerful driving force propelling Vietnamese enterprises to conquer the technological heights of the world.

The numbers tell a remarkable story of transformation: Vietnam’s ICT industry reached $166.7 billion in total revenue in 2024, marking a 13.2% increase from the previous year. The digital economy now accounts for 16.5% of Vietnam’s national GDP and consistently grows at a rate three times higher than overall GDP growth. With approximately half a million engineers (560,000 IT professionals) currently working in the field and 55,000-60,000 new computer science graduates entering the workforce annually, Vietnam has built a formidable technology foundation.

Even more impressive is the trajectory: Vietnam’s IT outsourcing revenue was $0.7 billion in 2024 and is projected to nearly double to $1.28 billion by 2028, maintaining a robust 17% compound annual growth rate. These aren’t just statistics—they represent millions of lines of code, thousands of innovative solutions, and countless success stories of Vietnamese engineers proving their capabilities on the global stage.

For many, these numbers are impressive enough. But the more compelling story lies in how that independence spirit continues to shape the way Vietnamese solutions are imagined, built, and deployed.

The DNA of “Make in Vietnam” Solutions

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Through thousands of years of struggle, from the victories against the Mongol-Yuan forces to overcoming countless historical challenges, the Vietnamese nation has always demonstrated a special spirit: never accepting complete dependence on external forces. Even in the most difficult circumstances, Vietnamese people have always found ways to be self-sufficient, creating solutions suitable to their own conditions.

In times of war, when modern weapons were scarce, Vietnamese soldiers turned bamboo, scrap metal, and even farming tools into what they called “divine weapons”. This approach to problem-solving can be seen in Vietnamese technology companies today, which combine global knowledge with local insights to create practical solutions for their specific market requirements.

What Distinguishes Vietnamese Technology Solutions

What makes Vietnamese technology unique is not only technical skill, but also a living heritage of history and culture embedded in every solution. “Make in Vietnam” is an identity: a way of thinking, innovating, and building that reflects resilience, adaptability, and community spirit.

1. Villages Then, Digital Communities Now

Vietnamese villages have always been bound by the saying “lá lành đùm lá rách”—the good leaves protect the torn ones. In times of famine or flood, communities pooled what little they had so no one was left behind.

That ethos carries into modern digital platforms. Local tech firms design affordable EdTech solutions so rural schools can access the same tools as urban centers. E-commerce platforms help family businesses reach customers far beyond their villages. In every line of code lies a trace of community-first thinking: technology is valuable not only when it profits but when it uplifts.

2. Adaptability as a Design Principle

In the past, with limited resources, entire communities learned to transform challenges into momentum. The Trường Sơn trail, for instance, was not just a path through the mountains but was ingeniously expanded into a lifeline for logistics, connecting thousands of miles under harsh conditions.

Today, Vietnamese engineers inherit that same spirit—taking global technologies like AI, cloud, and IoT, then reconfiguring them for local contexts where infrastructure, regulations, and behaviors differ. This ability to reshape the “raw materials” of technology into market-ready solutions makes Vietnamese innovation agile and highly competitive.

3. Built to Last – From Bamboo to Code

Vietnamese history is a testament to resilience. Generations have endured hardships, yet always rebuilt stronger. Our nation survived blockades, shortages, and bombings, always finding ways to endure.

Today, our engineers apply the same mindset to build lean, scalable solutions that thrive in volatile markets. Vietnamese tech is renowned for balancing high quality with competitive costs, proving that resilience is about delivering sustainable excellence, not just survival.

4. Creativity in Adversity

Adversity has often driven Vietnamese creativity. With limited resources, people found ways to work with what was available, creating practical solutions from simple materials.

This mindset influences how Vietnamese companies approach challenges today—working within budget constraints leads to efficient architectures, navigating regulatory requirements drives practical compliance solutions, and market pressures encourage creative problem-solving. Vietnamese engineers often focus on maximizing results within given limitations.

5. Cultural Intelligence at Work

Vietnamese technology development benefits from the country’s experience navigating diverse cultural influences—both Eastern and Western perspectives, traditional and modern approaches.

This background helps Vietnamese teams understand different market contexts when developing solutions. Whether building fintech for Southeast Asia’s banking environment, applications that consider cultural preferences in various markets, or enterprise software that addresses different regulatory requirements, Vietnamese engineers often approach projects with awareness of local nuances. This cultural understanding can be particularly relevant when working in diverse markets where standard solutions may not fully address local needs.

How NTQ Embodies the “Make in Vietnam” Spirit

At NTQ, “Make in Vietnam” isn’t just our location—it’s our founding philosophy and daily mission. NTQ was founded on the deep belief that Vietnamese people possess the capability, will, and courage to create world-class products and to carve out a unique path for Vietnamese talent in the global technology arena. The company aims to elevate Vietnamese intellect and spirit on the global digital map.

This vision is not merely about business growth but about making a mark for Vietnam and becoming a model for young Vietnamese enterprises. NTQ sees itself as a community of talented individuals who learn, grow, and innovate together to produce technological works bearing a Vietnamese imprint. This foundational belief shapes everything we do—from how we approach problems to how we build solutions that carry the essence of Vietnamese ingenuity to markets worldwide.

The “Made by NTQ” Ecosystem: Innovation at Scale

Our commitment to the “Make in Vietnam” spirit is most evident in our product development approach. NTQ has developed an ecosystem of over 20 proprietary products and solutions—the culmination of innovative thinking, deep technological expertise, and thorough understanding of real-world business challenges.

Flagship Vietnamese Innovations:

• NxUniverse: Our AI-powered productivity suite, recognized as a “Top 10 Excellent New Digital Technology Product” at Make in Vietnam events, represents our strategic focus on creating a leading domestic AI platform deployable across sectors and countries.
• DentalFlow: Comprehensive dental clinic management solution
• RECO: Advanced HRTech platform
• NTEX/iLUTon: Security and access control systems
• Volte: Smart grid automation ecosystem, including the VG1000 SCADA Data Gateway software—developed entirely in Vietnam to international standards

These solutions leverage advanced technologies like IoT, Generative AI, LLM, and Edge AI, proving that Vietnamese engineering can master and innovate with cutting-edge technology.

Serious Investment in Vietnamese Innovation

Our dedication to “Make in Vietnam” is backed by substantial investment: 10-15% of annual revenue goes directly to R&D activities. This isn’t just about keeping up with trends—it’s about mastering core technologies like Cloud, Big Data, Generative AI, IoT, Blockchain, and ERP to transform advanced concepts into practical solutions that solve complex business problems.

Vietnamese Talent Excellence on Global Stage

High-Quality Workforce: 80% of NTQ’s personnel are technology experts who continuously update their skills through international certifications. Our teams combine Vietnam’s young, dynamic, highly skilled workforce with extensive experience working in demanding markets—Japan, South Korea, the US, Europe, and Hong Kong.

Cultural and Technical Bridge: Our teams possess exceptional cross-cultural communication skills, including high proficiency in Japanese, with many managers having started their careers as comtors (communication translators). This unique blend of technical expertise and cultural competence enables us to serve as strategic bridges between Vietnamese innovation and global markets.

Global Impact with Vietnamese Heart

Scale of Achievement: With headquarters in Vietnam and 8 global offices across Japan, South Korea, Hong Kong, Europe, and the US, NTQ has successfully delivered over 760 projects for more than 350 global enterprises in over 20 countries. Our “Go Global – Customize Local” strategy combines global deployment capabilities with deep customization for specific industries and enterprises.

Strategic Partnership Philosophy: We position ourselves as strategic technology partners, not just service providers, deeply involved in clients’ long-term development journeys. Our mission extends beyond project delivery—we help clients leverage global resources and technology for domestic growth, expand into new markets, foster innovation, and reduce market dependence and geopolitical risks.

What Makes NTQ’s Approach Unique

The Cultural Translation Layer: Most global tech companies build solutions and adapt them locally. We do the reverse: we start with deep cultural understanding, then build technology around it. Our teams spend weeks understanding not just what clients need, but how their culture influences their workflow, decision-making, and user adoption.

Community Contribution: We actively support the Vietnamese IT community, sharing technical knowledge, open-source initiatives, and international expansion experiences. We’ve helped numerous Vietnamese IT businesses seek opportunities in markets like Japan and Korea, advocating for government support for Vietnamese companies going global.

This is what “Make in Vietnam” means at NTQ: taking the best of global technology standards and infusing them with Vietnamese wisdom about adaptation, community, and persistent improvement. The result? Solutions that don’t just meet requirements—they exceed expectations in ways clients never imagined possible.

Looking to the Future: Vietnam Tech for the World

Sustainable Innovation for Tomorrow

The future of Vietnamese technology lies not in competing on price alone, but in delivering solutions that create lasting value for global markets. As digital transformation accelerates worldwide, Vietnamese companies are uniquely positioned to bridge the gap between advanced technology and practical implementation.

Technology That Adapts and Evolves

Vietnamese engineers have always excelled at building solutions that grow with their users. This adaptability becomes increasingly valuable as businesses face rapid change and uncertainty. Our approach focuses on creating flexible architectures that can evolve alongside market demands, regulatory shifts, and technological advances.

At NTQ, we’re developing next-generation platforms that leverage AI, cloud computing, and data analytics to solve real-world business challenges. These solutions aren’t just technically sophisticated—they’re designed with the Vietnamese understanding of long-term partnership and sustainable growth.

Conclusion: The Continuing Legacy

On this 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and National Day, NTQ maintains its focus on technological development, contributing to Vietnam’s digital transformation initiatives.

NTQ integrates cultural heritage elements with modern technology to develop solutions that address both technical requirements and local market needs. The development process incorporates lessons from historical experiences and reflects Vietnamese cultural values.

In technology development, NTQ recognizes that technical tools serve to enable human-centered solutions. This approach characterizes the company’s “Make in Vietnam” products and represents its participation in Vietnam’s technology sector on the international stage.

Ready to experience “Make in Vietnam” innovation? Discover how NTQ’s unique blend of Vietnamese ingenuity and global standards can transform your next project. Our teams are ready to bring the spirit of Vietnamese excellence to your most challenging technology initiatives.