TEQ Shift
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Founders Must Learn Fast
You can build the product. But can you convince someone to run their warehouse on it? In this episode of the TEQ Shift Podcast, Hendrik Thamer—CEO and co-founder of Cellumation—shares the hard lessons behind scaling a deep tech system into one of the most risk-sensitive industries: intra-logistics. What began as a university spin-off is now a modular conveyor platform powered by AI, vision, and software-defined flexibility. But what makes the system work isn’t just tech. It’s trust. Hendrik opens up about leading through long sales cycles, engineering-team focus, and the mindset shift from researcher to founder-CEO. You’ll learn how to: ✅ Build trust when your tech is mission-critical ✅ Shorten long sales cycles by solving human fears ✅ Shift from tech-first to use-case-first conversations ✅ Balance standardisation and flexibility in modular systems ✅ Scale globally while staying credible as a startup ✅ Lead product teams where hardware and software evolve on different clocks
Strategy Before Stack
In this episode of TEQ Shift, I sit down with Christian Scholz, a tech veteran with over 30 years of experience, to explore why IT should follow business strategy, not the other way around. Christian, who has been at the forefront of major cloud migrations and was the lead architect behind Google Wallet, shares his insights on cloud sovereignty and strategic alignment. We delve into the common pitfalls of chasing buzzwords like AI and cloud without clear business goals, and Christian offers practical advice on setting a clear vision, understanding risks, and the importance of believing in your team. Join us as we uncover why staying focused on business value is crucial in today’s tech-driven world.
When Boards Ignore Tech
Most companies treat IT like plumbing, until it breaks. But Markus Sontheimer has spent decades proving that when tech leads the strategy, it drives the business. In this episode of the TEQ Shift Podcast, Markus shares the playbook behind real digital transformation: the 8-Spoke IT Transformation Wheel. From his time as CIO at Mercedes-Benz, DB Schenker, Deutsche Bank, and most recently Group CIDO at ISS, Markus has led IT in four industries and turned it into a competitive weapon. We talk about what actually works when modernising legacy landscapes, aligning global teams, and making tech visible where it matters most: the boardroom. You’ll learn how to: ✅ Move from decentralised chaos to a scalable tech strategy ✅ Reframe IT from “cost centre” to growth engine ✅ Build internal capability without over-relying on consultants ✅ Align business and tech through cross-functional ownership ✅ Kill the myth of business vs. IT ✅ Apply the 8 transformation dimensions—from architecture to culture Want more? Find everything from this episode at https://www.createq.com/en/insights/from-theory-to-impact-a-practical-data-framework-for-tech-leaders – insights, links, and expert takeaways. 🎧 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.
Beyond Human Vision
Leaders in regulated, high-stakes industries are under pressure to modernise fast, without compromising on quality, compliance, or ROI. In this episode, Ralf Klädtke, Managing Director at Gestalt Automation, shares how hyperspectral imaging and AI are transforming industrial quality assurance, and what it really takes to implement scalable, ROI-driven innovation. From navigating complexity in global organisations to building AI systems that deliver tangible results, Ralf brings hard-earned insights from aerospace, automotive, and manufacturing—all grounded in execution, not hype. You’ll learn how to… – Spot hidden flaws (literally) using hyperspectral imaging and AI – Avoid the most expensive mistake in AI: poor data – Drive transformation without losing team passion or focus – Build trust in AI systems through calibration and compliance – Align strategy from the boardroom to the production line – Focus your innovation efforts where they actually deliver ROI Want more? Find everything from this episode at https://www.createq.com/en/insights/quality-assurance-beyond-human-vision – insights, links, and expert takeaways. 🎧 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.