In this episode of the CIO Confessions podcast, host Gert Jan van Halem sits down with Thijs Baars, Last Mile Solution's Chief Technology Officer. Thijs is passionate about the transformative power of IT, data, and AI/ML, seeing them as critical drivers for organisations to thrive in this new era. At Last Mile Solutions, he is committed to leveraging technology as a competitive edge, driving strategic growth and innovation.

In this new episode, Thijs discusses the challenges of scaling their platform to handle increasing transaction volumes while balancing stability and innovation. He explains the decision to move towards cloud infrastructure, driven by the need to optimise team efficiency and leverage cloud-based tooling. The conversation also explores emerging challenges like QR code fraud and the importance of thinking "two steps ahead" when managing fast-growing technology companies. Thijs offers insights into balancing immediate needs with long-term strategic planning within the e-mobility industry.

5 lessons you will learn from this episode:

• E-mobility is a rapidly growing and socially relevant industry.
• Scaling technology requires strategic shifts.
• Balancing innovation and stability is crucial.
• The cloud is a game-changer for operational efficiency.
• Fraud and security are emerging challenges in e-mobility.