Division 62

IT services activities

This category covers all activities related to creating custom software for clients, as well as IT consulting. In other words, if you write code for a custom application, provide technical support, or help a company digitize its processes, you fall under this category. It does not include the sale of computers or telephony services.

Included Activities & Applicability

  • Custom software development (client-oriented software) Development of customized software applications IT consulting and technical assistance in information technology Analysis
  • design and implementation services for computer systems Software maintenance and update services

Excluded Activities & Restrictions

  • Hardware production and sale
  • Telecommunications activities
  • Publishing of standard software (sold in packages)
  • Hosting and cloud computing activities (NACE 63)
  • Repair of computers and personal goods

Detailed Analysis & Commercial Insights

Activities within division 62 represent the backbone of digital transformation in Romania, focusing on custom software creation and related services.

In recent years, the IT sector has become one of the main economic drivers of the country, significantly contributing to exports and attracting massive foreign investments. Romanian software companies have distinguished themselves through high technical skills and competitive costs, which has led large international corporations to outsource complex projects here. From customized mobile applications to integrated enterprise systems, the range of services is vast, and demand is continuously growing.

However, entrepreneurs in this field face major challenges: acute shortage of specialized talent, high employee turnover, and the need for constant innovation to remain competitive. Additionally, scaling a software business requires ongoing investments in technology and training, and dependence on external markets can create vulnerabilities in the face of global economic crises.

Nevertheless, prospects remain optimistic, with Romania consolidating its position as a regional hub for software development and IT consulting, supported by an emerging educational ecosystem and government programs supporting digitalization.