Imagine you’re about to build a skyscraper without blueprints—chaotic, right? In the data world, a Data Architect provides those blueprints, translating big-picture business goals into a structured, future-proof ecosystem. Let’s explore why the role of the Data Architect in you AI Team.
In today’s competitive landscape, organizations are trying to leverage artificial intelligence for smarter decisions and innovative products. Yet AI’s power hinges on one very crucial asset: data. And with data we do not mean just data, we mean reliable, usable, clean data. Without the proper infrastructure and expertise to manage this data, even the most sophisticated algorithms fall flat. This emphasizes the importance of the data engineer role in AI teams.
Many organizations want to adopt AI. The growing capabilities in AI can most likely benefit your company in a way that gives you a competitive edge. But without the right data pipeline, it’s like building a house with no foundation. Whether you’re a CIO, CTO, Innovation Manager, or Digital Transformation Lead—your journey starts with data.
The real estate sector is at a crossroads. While housing pressure continues to rise, office buildings are transforming into hybrid workspaces, and sustainability is becoming a must-have rather than a nice-to-have, a new generation of technology is emerging: software, data and artificial intelligence. The question is — how do we use these tools to their full potential?
If your business operates in the Netherlands, you’ve likely heard of the Wet Deregulering Beoordeling Arbeidsrelaties (Wet DBA). This law was introduced to prevent “fake entrepreneurship” and ensure freelancers (zzp’ers) aren’t unintentionally working under conditions similar to employees without proper contracts. Non-compliance can result in significant fines and legal challenges, causing headaches for many employers.
Many people have ideas for digital solutions—whether it’s apps, platforms, or software tools. You don’t necessarily need technical skills to come up with a great idea. But how can you turn your idea into reality if you’re not a programmer yourself?
That’s a question I regularly get asked when I explain that nearly all my colleagues are located abroad. While working across borders certainly isn’t new, it still seems far from normalized. At Productized, we’ve been working with international talent from the start and are eager to share our experiences. So in this article we answer the question; Employees Abroad, isn’t that difficult?
In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, businesses increasingly face a significant challenge: finding skilled IT professionals. Remarkably, nearly 70% of companies in Western Europe report difficulties filling local IT vacancies, significantly limiting their growth opportunities and innovation potential. Fortunately, seconding international IT talent provides an effective solution. By tapping into global talent pools, businesses can quickly access highly skilled professionals whose expertise precisely matches their requirements, bypassing local talent shortages and immediately accelerating projects.
In today’s globalized economy, businesses frequently look beyond their national borders to expand their capabilities, access talent, and control costs. Two popular strategies often considered are nearshoring and offshoring. Understanding the differences between these approaches is essential in deciding what’s best for your organization.
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