TEQ Shift
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Breaking the Monolith
Monoliths once kept enterprises stable. Now they’re holding them back. In this TEQ Shift Podcast episode, Alexander Martens breaks down why event-driven architectures are essential for agility in the AI era. From avoiding innovation bottlenecks to integrating real-time AI systems, this conversation offers leaders a practical guide to breaking free from legacy constraints. We discuss: ✅ Why monolithic systems slow down innovation ✅ The benefits of modular, event-driven architectures ✅ Common pitfalls: integration complexity and governance gaps ✅ Five hacks for incremental adoption ✅ Leadership’s role in guiding the transition 👉 Read more: https://www.createq.com/en/insights/practical-guide-to-event-driven-architecture 🎧 Listen, watch, and subscribe on Spotify, YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon Music to stay ahead in AI-driven software development. 💬 Join the conversation! Drop your questions and comments..png)
AI Side of AI
In this episode of TEQ Shift, I sit down with Josip Lazarevski, an AI executive with two decades of experience transforming enterprise challenges into ROI. We explore Josip's philosophy that true AI transformation hinges on a human-centered approach, not just sophisticated models. He shares insights from his newly published book, "Leading Lights," which serves as a practical guide for leaders in traditional industries—like manufacturing and energy—looking to integrate AI responsibly. Josip discusses the importance of engaging end-users early in the AI development process, the shift in executive perceptions of AI post-ChatGPT, and the pressing need for leaders to prioritize mental health in high-pressure environments. Tune in for invaluable lessons that bridge technology and humanity in the age of AI..jpg)
Architecting for the Agentic AI Era
In this episode of TEQ Shift, I sit down with Dr. Stefan Eberner, Google's AI spokesperson in Germany, to explore the transformative landscape of artificial intelligence. We delve into the shift from reactive to proactive AI, discussing how this evolution impacts industries from cybersecurity to data-driven decision-making. Dr. Eberner shares insights on identifying valuable AI use cases and the importance of building a solid AI architecture. We also tackle the concept of white coding and its rapid advancements, alongside the implications for software development and engineering. Join us as we navigate the future of AI, uncovering what it means for businesses today and the opportunities that lie ahead.
Venture Clienting: The Smart Way to Work with Startups
Most corporate innovation fails long before a pilot launches. Why? Because it’s not tied to a real business problem. In this episode, Dr. Philipp Gneiting, Head of Open Innovation at Mercedes-Benz, breaks down why so many startup partnerships stall—and how the venture client model changes everything. ✅ Stop mentoring. Start buying. ✅ Define use cases with budgets attached. ✅ Shift from innovation theatre to real value. We talk about: – Why PoCs aren’t enough – The biggest bottleneck inside large companies – How to build startup partnerships that deliver Takeaways – Innovation doesn’t work without internal ownership – Time-to-value is the only KPI that matters – Venture clienting is built for impact, not optics Want more? Read the article from this episode: https://www.createq.com/en/insights/why-most-corporate-innovation-fails-before-it-starts 🎧 Listen, watch, and subscribe on Spotify, YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon Music to stay ahead in AI-driven software development. 💬 Join the conversation! Drop your questions and comments.