Technology doesn’t set the direction. We do.

The future is not something waiting for us around the next corner. In many places, it has already become part of everyday life – the question is what we actually do with the opportunities it brings.
In this issue of Digital Disruptor, we therefore do not ask whether the future will be digital, but what needs to be in place for technology to truly create progress.
Jurij Triller reflects on why a new application, AI or digital tool cannot replace clear goals, well-defined processes and careful thinking about what we want to achieve.
In our conversation with Marleen Kirss, Head of Digitalisation and Analytics at Estonia’s Astri shopping group, we explore an environment where digitalisation is no longer a project, but part of everyday business – and look at what comes next.
Progress also comes at a cost. In our Health section, we therefore reflect on energy, balance and why growth is not free.
To finish, we look at Webflow and Descript – two practical tools that shorten the path from idea to execution.
Technology can open many new paths for us. But it still does not determine the direction. We do.
Mila Triller, Newsletter Editor
Technology Does Not Solve Unclear Goals
Jurij Triller
Jurij Triller
Growth, digitalisation and AI are now almost a given in business. But speed alone is not progress. Before any major change, we need to ask a key question: why are we introducing it, what do we want to achieve, and how will it create real, long-term value for the company and its people over time too?
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One Step Ahead: How Astri Is Building the Future of Shopping Destinations
Marleen Kirss
Marleen Kirss
How do you stay one step ahead of expectations in one of Europe’s most digital countries? We spoke with Astri Group’s Marleen Kirss about our solution SmartGifty, automation, data, AI and how Astri connects digital convenience with the physical experience across shopping destinations.
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Growth Comes at a Cost
Mila Triller
Mila Triller
The autumn equinox and equilux are behind us – a moment of almost perfect balance between day and night. That not-quite-exact half raises a question: does life really need to be 50:50, or is it more important to recognise what drains us and what gives us energy back, day after day, in everyday life and within ourselves?
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Useful Tools
Webflow
Webflow

Webflow is a visual website development platform that enables users to design, build, and publish responsive websites without traditional coding. It combines a visual editor, CMS, hosting, SEO, analytics, and AI tools, making it suitable for businesses, designers, marketers, and agencies in one platform.
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Descript
Descript

Descript Clips is an AI-powered tool for creating short videos from longer videos or podcasts. It automatically finds the most engaging moments, turns them into short clips, and allows easy editing of captions, aspect ratios, music, and visual elements for publishing across social media and digital channels.
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