Listen "Strategy Before Stack"
Episode Synopsis
Most companies rush into cloud, AI, and compliance tooling, without a clear goal. Christian Scholz believes that’s backwards.In this episode of the TEQ Shift Podcast, the VP of Cloud Business at Arvato Systems—and lead architect behind Google Wallet—shares what 30+ years in the field have taught him: IT should follow business, not the buzz.Christian explains why tech doesn’t need to move faster—it needs to move with purpose. And how business-aligned strategy, not just modern stacks, is what actually scales.You’ll learn how to:✅ Avoid “cloud-first” traps that never deliver value✅ Measure real risk—in budget, not buzzwords✅ Structure a vision teams can believe in (and rally behind)✅ Use proof-of-concepts to validate strategy, not chase trends✅ Lead transformation with transparency, honesty, and people✅ Focus on direction over noise in a hype-saturated marketWant more?Find everything from this episode at www.createq.com/en/podcast – 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.
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