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🚨 95% of AI projects fail.

In this Drag & Drop Podcast episode, John Ferguson, Global Head of Solution Architecture at OutSystems, breaks down how enterprises land in the 5% taking AI + low-code from pilots to real impact by bridging the gap between POCs and enterprise-grade production with the governance, guardrails, and scale leaders demand.

We cover how this translates into business outcomes, P&L impact, risk reduction, and customer retention, and how Mentor and Agent Workbench operationalize AI safely.

Key takeaways:

🔘 Mission-critical apps are the milestone of enterprise readiness
🔘 Executive sponsorship is the #1 success factor
🔘 Solution architects must act as consultative guides
🔘 AI is reshaping development and accelerating enterprise success
🔘 What to expect at the OutSystems ONE Conference

and much more....

👉🏽 If you’re leading digital transformation, this episode is a blueprint for proving value, de-risking adoption, and scaling AI with confidence.

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Contact: Feroz Khan

THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY ITRAC.

ITRAC is the only global staffing firm solely focused on Low-Code enablement, empowering organizations through expert Staffing, Recruitment, One-of-a-kind Training, and CoE Advisory.

We don’t just help you hire, we help you build, train, and scale.

As the only firm dedicated exclusively to Low-Code, we provide both contract and permanent professionals to organizations worldwide.

But talent is only part of the equation. That’s why we also deliver tailored training programs to upskill your team, whether they're new to Low-Code or looking to deepen their expertise, so they can hit the ground running and deliver results faster.

With unmatched industry insight and deep platform expertise, we support our customers through every phase of their Low-Code journey, from hiring to training to long-term success.

Whether you're building your team, scaling delivery, or planning your next career move, we’re here to enable your success.

Capture the Flag isn’t just a challenge; it’s a security wake-up call.

Low-code lets you build fast, but without the right mindset, you can just as quickly create an unsafe app.

That’s why Mendix Capture the Flag (CTF) has evolved into a global security movement with over 700 participants, satellite locations worldwide, and hands-on challenges that force every developer to think like a hacker before the hackers think of you.

In my first-ever group episode of the Drag & Drop Podcast, I was joined by Jan de Vries, Community Manager at Mendix, René van Hofwegen from Low-Code Academy, Mitchel Mol, CTO of Blue Green Solutions, and Dirk van Veen, Founder of The S-Unit. Together, we explored why CTF is more than a competition; it’s how the Mendix ecosystem is building a security-first culture in the AI era.

Key takeaways:

🔘 Platform security vs. app security and why developers must own the second
🔘 How learning to hack makes you a stronger builder
🔘 Insider tips for winning more flags
🔘 Why even junior devs can (and should) join CTF
🔘 How satellite locations strengthen global collaboration
🔘 Why AI makes security awareness non-negotiable

and much more....

👉🏾Whether you’re a Mendix beginner or an enterprise leader, this conversation shows why security is everyone’s responsibility and why events like CTF accelerate both learning and community.

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Contact: Feroz Khan

THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY ITRAC.

ITRAC is the only global staffing firm solely focused on Low-Code enablement, empowering organizations through expert Staffing, Recruitment, One-of-a-kind Training, and CoE Advisory.

We don’t just help you hire, we help you build, train, and scale.

As the only firm dedicated exclusively to Low-Code, we provide both contract and permanent professionals to organizations worldwide.

But talent is only part of the equation. That’s why we also deliver tailored training programs to upskill your team, whether they're new to Low-Code or looking to deepen their expertise, so they can hit the ground running and deliver results faster.

With unmatched industry insight and deep platform expertise, we support our customers through every phase of their Low-Code journey, from hiring to training to long-term success.

Whether you're building your team, scaling delivery, or planning your next career move, we’re here to enable your success.

🚨 The partner model is being rewritten.

Margin compression, shifting customer expectations, and the rise of GenAI mean one thing:

Implementation alone won’t cut it anymore.

OutSystems partners who win in this new era are the ones who:
✔ Lead with customer value
✔ Prove outcomes fast with pilots and rapid prototyping
✔ Embrace AI-driven solution plays instead of traditional services

In this episode of the Drag & Drop Podcast, Luis Eduardo Giraldo, VP of Partners & Alliances (Americas) at OutSystems, explains why value realization is the guiding principle for enterprise growth. He shares how prescriptive partner strategies, rapid prototyping, and AI are redefining customer and partner relationships across the Americas.

Key takeaways:

🔘 How enterprises are adopting value-driven strategies at scale
🔘 The evolving dynamics between vendors, customers, and partners
🔘 How a prescriptive partner strategy drives long-term success
🔘 How prototyping de-risks business cases and accelerates buy-in
🔘 Why building trust with development teams speeds adoption
🔘 How AI is reshaping collaboration across the ecosystem

And much more…

👉🏽 OutSystems is doubling down on growth in the Americas. If you’re a partner looking to differentiate in a crowded AI market, this conversation serves as your blueprint for landing, expanding, and winning at an enterprise scale.

Website: itracrecruitment.com
Contact: Feroz Khan

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ITRAC is the only global staffing firm solely focused on Low-Code enablement, empowering organizations through expert Staffing, Recruitment, One-of-a-kind Training, and CoE Advisory.

We don’t just help you hire, we help you build, train, and scale.

As the only firm dedicated exclusively to Low-Code, we provide both contract and permanent professionals to organizations worldwide.

But talent is only part of the equation. That’s why we also deliver tailored training programs to upskill your team, whether they're new to Low-Code or looking to deepen their expertise, so they can hit the ground running and deliver results faster.

With unmatched industry insight and deep platform expertise, we support our customers through every phase of their Low-Code journey, from hiring to training to long-term success.

Whether you're building your team, scaling delivery, or planning your next career move, we’re here to enable your success.

Proof beats slides. Put your team hands-on for a week.

Skeptics don’t flip with decks. They flip when they see what can be built in days, not months.

In this episode of Drag & Drop Podcast, Paulo Alvarez Fernandes, Lead Solutions Architect at OutSystems, reflects on 8+ years with the platform, showing why proof beats slides, why understanding customer needs is everything, and how AI is reshaping the future of low-code.

Key takeaways:

🔘 Why low-code is about productivity, not replacement
🔘 How skepticism fades once developers get hands-on
🔘 OutSystems as a platform for innovation, not just “low-code”
🔘 The role of AI in reshaping low-code adoption
🔘 How to incrementally modernize legacy systems
🔘 How relocation fuels personal and professional growth

And much more…

If you’ve ever questioned whether low-code and AI can truly transform enterprise development, this conversation will give you the perspective you need.

Website: itracrecruitment.com
Contact: Feroz Khan

THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY ITRAC.

ITRAC is the only global staffing firm solely focused on Low-Code enablement, empowering organizations through expert Staffing, Recruitment, One-of-a-kind Training, and CoE Advisory.

We don’t just help you hire, we help you build, train, and scale.

As the only firm dedicated exclusively to Low-Code, we provide both contract and permanent professionals to organizations worldwide.

But talent is only part of the equation. That’s why we also deliver tailored training programs to upskill your team, whether they're new to Low-Code or looking to deepen their expertise, so they can hit the ground running and deliver results faster.

With unmatched industry insight and deep platform expertise, we support our customers through every phase of their Low-Code journey, from hiring to training to long-term success.

Whether you're building your team, scaling delivery, or planning your next career move, we’re here to enable your success.

They called him “ChatGPT” when everyone else thought it was just hype.

Now Ricardo Perdigão is proving how AI and low-code belong together.

As Solutions Architect Manager and AI Practice Lead at Mendix, Ricardo’s passion for AI has made him the go-to voice on how enterprises can embrace it without losing sight of the fundamentals. From guiding customers on data preparation to advising R&D on what’s coming next, he’s at the center of where low-code and AI converge.

In this episode of the Drag & Drop Podcast, Ricardo shares:

🔘 Why so many AI projects fail and how to avoid it
🔘 The overlooked importance of data preparation
🔘 How Mendix is embedding AI directly into the platform
🔘 Why “cool demos” aren’t enough without internal knowledge
🔘 His vision for a future where low-code and AI merge seamlessly

Ricardo’s enthusiasm for AI is infectious, and his vision for its future in low-code is one you won’t want to miss.

Website: itracrecruitment.com
Contact: Feroz Khan

THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY ITRAC.

ITRAC is the only global staffing firm solely focused on Low-Code enablement, empowering organizations through expert Staffing, Recruitment, One-of-a-kind Training, and CoE Advisory.

We don’t just help you hire, we help you build, train, and scale.

As the only firm dedicated exclusively to Low-Code, we provide both contract and permanent professionals to organizations worldwide.

But talent is only part of the equation. That’s why we also deliver tailored training programs to upskill your team, whether they're new to Low-Code or looking to deepen their expertise, so they can hit the ground running and deliver results faster.

With unmatched industry insight and deep platform expertise, we support our customers through every phase of their Low-Code journey, from hiring to training to long-term success.

Whether you're building your team, scaling delivery, or planning your next career move, we’re here to enable your success.

Vera Tiago didn’t just join OutSystems; she helped shape its global developer community.

As a founding member of the OutSystems Developer Relations team, Vera has spent over a decade turning a small group of forum users into a thriving global ecosystem of MVPs, champions, mentors, and advocates.

In this episode, Vera discusses:

🔘 Her transition from PHP developer to OutSystems advocate
🔘 Why low-code doesn’t mean low-skill and what traditional developers often misunderstand
🔘 How the MVP, user group and mentorship programs got started
🔘 Why Forge is one of OutSystems’ most underrated developer tools
🔘 How AI and low-code are evolving together to shape the future of software
🔘 Behind the scenes: how product feedback becomes roadmap influence

You’ve probably seen Vera announcing the monthly OutSystems product updates. Now it’s time to get to know her and the impact she’s made across the low-code community.

Website: itracrecruitment.com
Contact: Feroz Khan

THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY ITRAC.

ITRAC is the only global staffing firm solely focused on Low-Code enablement, empowering organizations through expert Staffing, Recruitment, One-of-a-kind Training, and CoE Advisory.

We don’t just help you hire, we help you build, train, and scale.

As the only firm dedicated exclusively to Low-Code, we provide both contract and permanent professionals to organizations worldwide.

But talent is only part of the equation. That’s why we also deliver tailored training programs to upskill your team, whether they're new to Low-Code or looking to deepen their expertise, so they can hit the ground running and deliver results faster.

With unmatched industry insight and deep platform expertise, we support our customers through every phase of their Low-Code journey, from hiring to training to long-term success.

Whether you're building your team, scaling delivery, or planning your next career move, we’re here to enable your success.

CISOs don’t care how fast you build apps.
They care how fast you detect, contain, and recover.
Fred Gruhn understands that better than most.

As OutSystems’ Lead Solution Architect (Security), Fred works directly with CISOs, architects, and risk teams to assess the platform’s security posture. He helps organizations validate controls, navigate compliance concerns, and ensure that adopting low-code never means introducing unacceptable risk.

In this episode of the Drag & Drop Podcast, Fred shares:

🔘 Why security starts with culture, not just tools
🔘 What CISOs question most when evaluating low-code
🔘 How OutSystems handles access, AI policy, and scanning
🔘 Why audit trails matter from day one
🔘 Why every dev should earn the Security cert (link in comments)
🔘 How AI is shifting but not replacing security fundamentals

Fred also shares real-world insights for CIOs and CISOs evaluating low-code platforms, highlighting the importance of trust, transparency, and choosing partners who take your risks as seriously as you do.

Fred regularly posts short, insightful videos breaking down the security features across the OutSystems platform. If you're not already following him, you should. His content is a must for anyone who wants to stay up-to-date on all things OutSystems security.

Whether you’re a developer, tech leader, or enterprise decision-maker, this episode offers a real-world view into what it takes to build and scale secure low-code applications.

Website: itracrecruitment.com
Contact: Feroz Khan

THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY ITRAC.

ITRAC is the only global staffing firm solely focused on Low-Code enablement, empowering organizations through expert Staffing, Recruitment, One-of-a-kind Training, and CoE Advisory.

We don’t just help you hire, we help you build, train, and scale.

As the only firm dedicated exclusively to Low-Code, we provide both contract and permanent professionals to organizations worldwide.

But talent is only part of the equation. That’s why we also deliver tailored training programs to upskill your team, whether they're new to Low-Code or looking to deepen their expertise, so they can hit the ground running and deliver results faster.

With unmatched industry insight and deep platform expertise, we support our customers through every phase of their Low-Code journey, from hiring to training to long-term success.

Whether you're building your team, scaling delivery, or planning your next career move, we’re here to enable your success.

Five minutes can change your career, just ask Tianyi Tian.

That brief introduction to low-code in a Rotterdam lecture set him on a path from a business background to creating and leading the global Mendix Training Partner Program.

In this episode of the Drag & Drop Podcast, Tianyi shares:

🔘 The biggest mistake companies make when adopting Mendix
🔘 Why training and investing in people is the real scaling secret
🔘 How AI is changing development and why fundamentals matter more than ever
🔘 Best practices from customers who nailed their low-code journey

And much more…

If you’re serious about scaling low-code successfully, this episode is packed with insights you won’t want to miss.

Website: itracrecruitment.com
Contact: Feroz Khan

THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY ITRAC.

ITRAC is the only global staffing firm solely focused on Low-Code enablement, empowering organizations through expert Staffing, Recruitment, One-of-a-kind Training, and CoE Advisory.

We don’t just help you hire, we help you build, train, and scale.

As the only firm dedicated exclusively to Low-Code, we provide both contract and permanent professionals to organizations worldwide.

But talent is only part of the equation. That’s why we also deliver tailored training programs to upskill your team, whether they're new to Low-Code or looking to deepen their expertise, so they can hit the ground running and deliver results faster.

With unmatched industry insight and deep platform expertise, we support our customers through every phase of their Low-Code journey, from hiring to training to long-term success.

Whether you're building your team, scaling delivery, or planning your next career move, we’re here to enable your success.