Drag & Drop

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 journeyAnd much more…If you’re serious about scaling low-code successfully, this episode is packed with insights you won’t want to miss.Tell us what you loved about this Episode.Website: itracusa.comContact: Feroz Khan🎙️ This episode is brought to you by ITRAC.ITRAC builds AI-ready, low-code-enabled teams.We help organizations move from AI pilots to real production execution through:• Strategic Staffing• Enterprise AI & Low-Code Training• Agentic AI Bootcamps• CoE & Governance AdvisoryAI creates momentum.Execution creates advantage.Whether you're scaling delivery or building your AI capability — we help you build it right.

Every business wants faster results. Few have the right platform to get there.In this episode of the Drag & Drop podcast, Miguel Verdasca, Associate Director at KPMG Saudi Arabia, shares his journey from traditional software development to becoming a low-code advocate.He unpacks common misconceptions about low-code, the rising impact of AI in modern development, and why governance and best practices are essential for scaling successfully. He also shares how KPMG is helping enterprise clients adopt OutSystems at scale, his personal experience relocating to Saudi Arabia, and what the region’s rapid low-code adoption means for the future.Miguel also shares practical advice for enterprise leaders ready to treat low-code not as a shortcut but as a strategic driver of digital transformation.Tell us what you loved about this Episode.Website: itracusa.comContact: Feroz Khan🎙️ This episode is brought to you by ITRAC.ITRAC builds AI-ready, low-code-enabled teams.We help organizations move from AI pilots to real production execution through:• Strategic Staffing• Enterprise AI & Low-Code Training• Agentic AI Bootcamps• CoE & Governance AdvisoryAI creates momentum.Execution creates advantage.Whether you're scaling delivery or building your AI capability — we help you build it right.

What does it take to scale low-code from zero to 170+ apps in a Tier 1 bank?In this episode of the Drag & Drop podcast, Mark Bus, Lead Product Owner for Rapid Application Development at ABN Amro, shares the bank’s decade-long journey scaling Mendix.With 25+ years at ABN Amro and deep roots in lean, agile, and platform engineering, Mark breaks down how to embed a low-code platform in a highly regulated, risk-averse environment.He explains how ABN Amro balances innovation with governance using reusable enterprise components, centralized CI/CD, and a federated platform model, now recognized as a best practice. Mark also challenges common misconceptions about low-code’s scalability, ease of use, and developer readiness.Whether you're building your first MVP or managing a portfolio of enterprise apps, this episode is packed with strategy, lessons learned, and practical guidance from one of the most mature Mendix implementations in European banking.Tell us what you loved about this Episode.Website: itracusa.comContact: Feroz Khan🎙️ This episode is brought to you by ITRAC.ITRAC builds AI-ready, low-code-enabled teams.We help organizations move from AI pilots to real production execution through:• Strategic Staffing• Enterprise AI & Low-Code Training• Agentic AI Bootcamps• CoE & Governance AdvisoryAI creates momentum.Execution creates advantage.Whether you're scaling delivery or building your AI capability — we help you build it right.

No computer science degree.No traditional dev background.Today? Mendix MVP.Chelsea Veenstra proves that with the right mindset and the right support, you can break into tech and thrive.In this episode of the Drag & Drop Podcast, Mendix MVP Chelsea shares her unique journey from a non-technical business background to becoming a certified Mendix expert at Cape Digital Solutions. She discusses the power of mentorship, the importance of a safe culture for learning through mistakes, and the growing role of AI in development. Chelsea also explains why more women in tech isn’t just about diversity it’s about delivering better outcomes.She opens up about her relocation from the Netherlands to Australia, the challenges of starting over in a market where low-code adoption is still emerging, and the excitement of helping shape its future through her work with Cape.Whether you're looking to break into low-code, considering a bold career move abroad, or working to grow adoption in a new region, this episode is full of honest insights and real-world inspiration.Tell us what you loved about this Episode.Website: itracusa.comContact: Feroz Khan🎙️ This episode is brought to you by ITRAC.ITRAC builds AI-ready, low-code-enabled teams.We help organizations move from AI pilots to real production execution through:• Strategic Staffing• Enterprise AI & Low-Code Training• Agentic AI Bootcamps• CoE & Governance AdvisoryAI creates momentum.Execution creates advantage.Whether you're scaling delivery or building your AI capability — we help you build it right.

Most enterprise low-code stories start in IT.Not this one.At Jabil, low-code was pulled in by operations and scaled globally across 100+ apps.In this episode of the Drag & Drop Podcast, Kevin Ferreira, Mendix Product Owner at Jabil, shares how low-code became a catalyst for enterprise-wide transformation. He walks through how Jabil structured a global Center of Excellence aligned to regional operations, launched over 100 apps into production, and built a governance model that minimizes bureaucracy while maximizing impact.Kevin also speaks candidly about early resistance from traditional developers, the importance of strong product ownership, lessons learned along the way, and how AI is now being embedded into their development workflows to drive even more speed and scale.Whether you're leading a digital transformation or scaling low-code in a complex enterprise, this episode is packed with practical takeaways and real-world lessons.Tell us what you loved about this Episode.Website: itracusa.comContact: Feroz Khan🎙️ This episode is brought to you by ITRAC.ITRAC builds AI-ready, low-code-enabled teams.We help organizations move from AI pilots to real production execution through:• Strategic Staffing• Enterprise AI & Low-Code Training• Agentic AI Bootcamps• CoE & Governance AdvisoryAI creates momentum.Execution creates advantage.Whether you're scaling delivery or building your AI capability — we help you build it right.

In this episode of the Drag & Drop Podcast, Ana Bandarra Baptista shares her powerful story of switching careers from a 16-year background in biomedical sciences to becoming a successful OutSystems developer.Ana opens up about the steep learning curve of breaking into tech with no prior experience, learning to code while raising two kids, and finding her way in the world of enterprise low-code development. She speaks candidly about overcoming failure, fighting imposter syndrome, and how the mentorship of Nuno Reis and support from her husband helped her keep going.Whether you're exploring a career change into tech, curious about OutSystems, or looking for real-life inspiration from someone who's kicking ass in a new field this episode is for you.Tell us what you loved about this Episode.Website: itracusa.comContact: Feroz Khan🎙️ This episode is brought to you by ITRAC.ITRAC builds AI-ready, low-code-enabled teams.We help organizations move from AI pilots to real production execution through:• Strategic Staffing• Enterprise AI & Low-Code Training• Agentic AI Bootcamps• CoE & Governance AdvisoryAI creates momentum.Execution creates advantage.Whether you're scaling delivery or building your AI capability — we help you build it right.

Low-code isn’t replacing developers, it’s freeing them.In this episode, Feroz is joined by Arjan Waardenburg, Solution Architect at OutSystems, to talk about how low-code has evolved and how OutSystems is challenging outdated perceptions, especially among traditional developers who may view it as a threat.We dive into how AI is reshaping software development, influencing design decisions, and accelerating delivery. Arjan also shares key architectural considerations for building scalable solutions, the importance of positioning OutSystems in different markets, and why customer education is critical to overcoming skepticism, especially in more conservative regions.Tell us what you loved about this Episode.Website: itracusa.comContact: Feroz Khan🎙️ This episode is brought to you by ITRAC.ITRAC builds AI-ready, low-code-enabled teams.We help organizations move from AI pilots to real production execution through:• Strategic Staffing• Enterprise AI & Low-Code Training• Agentic AI Bootcamps• CoE & Governance AdvisoryAI creates momentum.Execution creates advantage.Whether you're scaling delivery or building your AI capability — we help you build it right.

Most CIOs say they want innovation. Few are truly set up to deliver it.In this episode, Matthew Garst, Senior Vice President of Mendix in the Americas, explains how IT leaders can build scalable, future-ready foundations using low-code platforms, enterprise AI, and Centers of Excellence.He shares practical insights on low-code adoption, integrating AI into enterprise applications, and how industries like manufacturing are transforming through intelligent automation. Matthew also addresses common low-code myths, the power of storytelling in tech sales, and why customer success stories are critical to driving business adoption.Whether you're a CIO, VP of IT, or digital transformation leader, this episode breaks down what it really takes to move from pilot to enterprise scale.Tell us what you loved about this Episode.Website: itracusa.comContact: Feroz Khan🎙️ This episode is brought to you by ITRAC.ITRAC builds AI-ready, low-code-enabled teams.We help organizations move from AI pilots to real production execution through:• Strategic Staffing• Enterprise AI & Low-Code Training• Agentic AI Bootcamps• CoE & Governance AdvisoryAI creates momentum.Execution creates advantage.Whether you're scaling delivery or building your AI capability — we help you build it right.

This week, Feroz had the pleasure of speaking with Donald Sangweme, Senior Consultant at Deloitte.In this conversation, Donald shares his inspiring journey from discovering OutSystems after a call with his uncle, to boldly showing up at their Atlanta office uninvited, hoping to learn more. That moment ignited a passion for low-code that took him from intern to tech lead.We also dive into the incredible work he’s doing with the FIN Foundation, a nonprofit he founded to teach underserved youth in Zimbabwe how to build real-world applications using OutSystems. He explains how the foundation is helping bridge the opportunity gap through access to technology not just talent and empowering students to create meaningful solutions for their own communities.Donald also shares how he’s using data and feedback to scale his nonprofit efforts efficiently, and why transparency and local impact are central to his mission.Episode Highlights:🔘 Discovering OutSystems🔘 The FIN Foundation and Giving Back🔘 Impact of Low-Code on Underserved Communities🔘 Vision for Expansion🔘 The FIN Project's Goals🔘 The Impact of AI on Low-Code Development🔘 Innovations in Nonprofit Management🔘 The Future of Low-Code DevelopmentTune in now to hear how one developer is using his skills not just to build software, but to build futures.Tell us what you loved about this Episode.Website: itracusa.comContact: Feroz Khan🎙️ This episode is brought to you by ITRAC.ITRAC builds AI-ready, low-code-enabled teams.We help organizations move from AI pilots to real production execution through:• Strategic Staffing• Enterprise AI & Low-Code Training• Agentic AI Bootcamps• CoE & Governance AdvisoryAI creates momentum.Execution creates advantage.Whether you're scaling delivery or building your AI capability — we help you build it right.

This week, Feroz had the pleasure of speaking with Mendix MVP Jeroen Appel, Solution Architect and Mendix Expert at CLEVR.We dive into his journey in low-code development and explore how Mendix is tackling the growing complexities of building scalable, secure applications, especially when deploying on platforms like AWS.Jeroen shares why blending high-code practices with low-code is becoming essential, the critical role of soft skills in consultancy, and how AI is shaping the next phase of development. He also emphasizes the importance of peer reviews, strong design principles, and robust observability for quality assurance.We also discuss how strategic partnerships, particularly with Snowflake and AWS are helping fuel Mendix’s growth.Episode Highlights:🔘 Consultancy Insights and Soft Skills Importance 🔘 The Role of AI in Low-Code Development🔘 Partnerships and their Strategic Importance 🔘 Scalability and Security in AWS Deployments 🔘 Maintaining Quality in Low-Code Projects🔘 Designing for Scale: Understanding User Needs🔘 The Importance of Peer Reviews and Learning🔘 Overlooking Observability in Development🔘 Managing Complexity in Low-Code Applications🔘 Enhancing Low-Code Platforms with High-Code PracticesTell us what you loved about this Episode.Website: itracusa.comContact: Feroz Khan🎙️ This episode is brought to you by ITRAC.ITRAC builds AI-ready, low-code-enabled teams.We help organizations move from AI pilots to real production execution through:• Strategic Staffing• Enterprise AI & Low-Code Training• Agentic AI Bootcamps• CoE & Governance AdvisoryAI creates momentum.Execution creates advantage.Whether you're scaling delivery or building your AI capability — we help you build it right.