The gap between
recognizing technological potential and implementing practical solutions often
determines entrepreneurial success. For Haroldo Jacobovicz, this connection
between vision and execution has characterized a career spanning multiple
technology ventures over four decades in Brazil.
Visionary
Recognition of Technological Potential
Despite training in
civil engineering at the Federal University of Paraná following seven years at
Military College, Haroldo Jacobovicz demonstrated early capacity to “see
beyond the visible” regarding technology applications. Before graduation,
he identified computerization opportunities for small retail operations during
the 1980s—establishing
Microsystem with three friends to automate inventory control and cash
registers.
Though this venture
closed after two years when the market proved unprepared, it demonstrated
Haroldo Jacobovicz’s ability to envision technological applications before
widespread adoption. This forward-looking perspective, likely informed by his
habitual reading of newspapers and magazines, established foundation for
subsequent ventures.
Learning
Implementation Requirements
When his initial
entrepreneurial efforts proved premature, Haroldo Jacobovicz adapted by joining
Esso (now Exxon Mobil), where he advanced rapidly through positions involving
data-processed market analysis and commercial tactics. Later, at the Itaipu
Hydroelectric Plant, he served as advisor to the Technical Director, observing
technology adoption within public sector contexts.
These experiences
provided valuable implementation insights complementing his visionary
perspective. By observing how organizations actually incorporated
technology—including barriers, requirements, and success factors—Haroldo
Jacobovicz developed practical understanding that would enhance his subsequent
entrepreneurial efforts.
Connecting
Vision with Public Sector Reality
After four years at
Itaipu, Haroldo Jacobovicz established Minauro with approach directly
addressing implementation challenges he had observed. The company offered
computer rental and maintenance to public agencies with four-year contracts, equipment
replacement every 18 months, and included maintenance services.
This model connected
technological vision with practical reality—recognizing that public sector
computerization required solutions compatible with governmental budgeting and
procurement processes. By specifically addressing asset immobilization
challenges through service-oriented approach, Haroldo Jacobovicz facilitated
technology adoption that might otherwise have faced significant barriers.
Expanding
Implementation Through Software Integration
As Minauro gained
traction, Haroldo Jacobovicz recognized that comprehensive digital
transformation required both hardware infrastructure and specialized software
applications. The company expanded through acquiring Consult, Perform, and
Sisteplan, forming the e-Governe
Group providing integrated solutions for public administration.
This development
demonstrated implementation vision extending beyond initial hardware focus. By
incorporating specialized applications for tax, financial, administrative,
health, and education management, Haroldo Jacobovicz created comprehensive
solutions addressing various aspects of public sector operations—connecting technological
potential with practical administrative requirements.
Telecommunications
Infrastructure Development
In 2010, Haroldo
Jacobovicz established Horizons Telecom addressing corporate connectivity needs
during increasing business digitalization. Built from scratch with premium
resources and conceptualized with electrical engineer Renato Guerreiro
(Anatel’s first president), the company provided infrastructure supporting
contemporary business operations.
This venture connected
vision regarding telecommunications importance with implementation capabilities
delivering reliable connectivity. Within a decade, Horizons Telecom became a
reference in the corporate telecommunications niche before being acquired by a
major investment group in early 2021—demonstrating successful connection
between concept and execution.
Current
Focus: Virtualization Implementation
Following the Horizons
Telecom acquisition, Haroldo Jacobovicz launched Arlequim Technologies in 2021
focusing on computer virtualization across corporate, public sector, and retail
markets. This startup connects vision regarding performance enhancement potential
with practical implementation serving various computing contexts.
The service enables
outdated computers to perform comparably to state-of-the-art equipment without
requiring new device purchases—connecting technological possibilities with
economic realities. This approach illustrates continued connection between
recognizing potential and developing practical implementations addressing
specific needs.
Consistent
Connection of Vision and Execution
Throughout ventures
spanning hardware, software, telecommunications, and virtualization, Haroldo
Jacobovicz has consistently connected technological vision with practical
implementation capabilities. Rather than pursuing either isolated
aspect—theoretical possibilities without execution or implementation without vision—he
has integrated both dimensions throughout his entrepreneurial career.
This balanced approach
exemplifies effective technology entrepreneurship connecting concept with
reality. From Microsystem through Minauro/e-Governe, Horizons Telecom, and
Arlequim Technologies, Haroldo Jacobovicz has maintained his core mission:
transforming ideas into solutions that improve management, productivity, and
development across multiple sectors.