Definic Rebrands and Raises $2.7M to Transform IT Vendor Selection

Jan de Vries · 2026-06-12

Slovakia-based Nordics has officially rebranded as Definic and closed a $2.7 million Seed round, marking a big shift from a regional IT marketplace to a global vendor intelligence platform. This move is all about helping enterprises pick the right tech partners without the guesswork. ### The Funding Details The round was led by J&T Ventures, with support from Seed Starter CS (Ceska sporitelna) and Slovak Investment Holding (SIH). The cash will fuel expansion into the DACH region, the UK, and the United States. It's a clear signal that Definic is ready to play on a bigger stage. ### Why Vendor Selection Is Broken “Vendor selection today is largely a social process built on relationships, referrals, and reputation. That worked when projects were slower, and the stakes were lower. It doesn’t work anymore,” says Lukas Rezanina, CEO of Definic. “Definic is the name that reflects what we are building: a definitive layer of intelligence between enterprises and the vendors they trust with their most critical projects.” Founded in 2020, Definic aims to fix IT procurement by analyzing vendors through thousands of data points. This includes delivery track records, case studies, and live market pricing. The result? Enterprises using Definic have cut tender cycles from months to weeks and slashed IT vendor costs by up to 20%. ### Real-World Impact A major banking group in Central Europe used Definic to improve its IT procurement. The platform helped the team identify over 90 relevant vendors that matched their project needs, giving them way more options than before. This improved visibility reduced tender cycles from 6 weeks to just 2 weeks. On a spend of $5.9 million on IT vendors during the first five months of 2026, the group saved $1.3 million. That's a huge win for any procurement team. ### What Makes Definic Different? Definic's proprietary Vendor Intelligence technology creates a clear and defensible moat in a market long overdue for disruption. According to Jan Sova from J&T Ventures, “Having followed Robert, Lukas, and Michal for several years, we have seen firsthand the execution discipline and relentless commitment that distinguish exceptional founders. We are convinced Definic is set to redefine the standard for the industry.” Robert Decman, co-founder of Definic and CEO of North America, adds: “I first met Martin Kesner from J&T Ventures at Vodafone Napad Roku back in 2023. At that time, we were still early and not yet ready for venture funding, but we stayed in touch and focused on execution. Having J&T Ventures lead this round now is a strong reflection of the trust built over time and the progress the whole team has made. Together with Seed Starter CS and Slovak Investment Holding, this investment gives us the platform to accelerate product development and take Definic global.” ### The Bottom Line Enterprises face serious challenges when choosing IT vendors. Picking the wrong one can cost 3 to 5 times the original contract amount. Procurement teams often lack clear insight, relying on reputation, hourly rates, and past relationships. Definic is changing that by providing a definitive layer of intelligence. It's not just a tool; it's a smarter way to make decisions that save time and money. This rebrand and funding round is a big step for Definic. With a strong team and a clear vision, they're set to redefine how enterprises find and trust their tech partners. For anyone involved in IT procurement, this is a space worth watching.