About Kurt
In my work I combine IT architecture, delivery management and expert software engineering roles to deliver Application Landscape Transformation services in custom software development, Enterprise Application Integration solutions and technology implementations (packages, frameworks, tools, ...). I help my clients to define, built, implement and use IT solutions throughout their full life cycle, from conception up to decommissioning. As a generalist I build on my sofware engineering background and 30 years of consulting experience to get things done, independent if the path forward is (to be) formulated as a project plan or an architecture roadmap.
Dutch
Native or bilingual
English
Fluent
French
Fluent
Can work on-site
Mechelen (up to 50km)
Experience
- CAPGEMINIDirector | Application Development & MaintenanceMarch 2012 - Today (14 years and 3 months)Multiple delivery projects with clients in the retail industry as a senior solutions consultant, mixing the roles of architect and project manager with a bit of hands-on engineering to introduce new technology into the IT landscape:
- 2021-...: Transition an integration environment based on Tibco EMS and Tibco BusinessWorks 5 & 6 towards a new technology stack based on amongst others Apache Camel, Spring Boot and Google Kubernetes Engine, redeveloping integrations used across all functional domains. Roles held: Solution Architect, Program Manager, Technical Lead
- 2021: Move API Gateway implementation from Tibco Mashery towards Google Apigee.
- 2019-2021: Introduce and integrate a new Customer Identity solution based on a single product (SAP Customer Data Cloud, also known as Gigya) to replace a technology stack made up of off the shelf components and bespoke scripting and development.
- 2018: Introduce and integrate a new consent management solution to comply with the General Data Protection Regulation
- 2016-2017: Introduction of an API Gateway solution (Tibco Mashery) and a new major version of the EAI technology stack (Tibco BW6), enabling the creation of a mobile customer application
- 2016: Establish specifications to migrate the Supplier Finance Portal to a new technology stack
- 2013: Transition the application maintenance activities for a bespoke built Java-based application platform (for customer Loyalty) from a third party provider to our delivery team
- 2012-2016: Introduction of a new EAI technology stack based on Tibco products: establishing a solutions architecture, and migration of all integrations from the old solution towards the new one with least possible impact.
Counselor to a group of 7 to 12 colleagues, supporting them in establishing their personal development plans and preparing and presenting their performance reviews.Contributor to proposals in strategy, approach, content and/or financial modelling. - IbmProject Executive | Application Innovation ServicesOctober 2010 - February 2012 (1 year and 4 months)Application Innovation Services are full life cycle services for design and development of custom applications, end to end solutions integrating systems, applications and packages and business solutions tailored to meet specific industrial needs. As a system integration project executive, my role is to drive the profitability of the project by motivating and leading a team (including global delivery resources), by orchestrating the different dimensions of the (complex) program, by creating and keeping trust and credibility with the client and by demonstrating thought leadership in keeping the technological complexity of the project in control.
- CAPGEMINISenior ManagerJanuary 2007 - October 2010 (3 years and 9 months)As a consultant I've been working in multiple roles, sectors and engagement types. Contrary to what seems to be the rule (focus & specialise), my experience is based on diversity. Over the years I've been involved in selling, organising and delivering projects to and for our customers, with a specific preference for a coaching or leading role in bespoke software development and integration engagementsDelivery Projects & Roles:
- 2009-2010, project manager for Euroclear (fixed price, sla)
- 2008-2009, global initiative leader for the IBM/Capgemini alliance 2008-2010, application owner web domain at Euroclear (fixed price, sla)
- 2007-2008, project coach for Euroclear (legacy modernisation, fixed price, sla) 2006-2008, project coach for Euroclear (fixed price, sla) People Management
- 2009-2010 People Manager for a group of about 25 consultants with focus on Java and Microsoft technology and enterprise architecture.
- 2007-2009, Young Professional People Manager for graduates hired at Capgemini's Development & Integration Services and Archictecture & Solution Design practices.
- 2001-2008, counselor for 6 to 8 colleagues.
Organisational Units- 2010 Technology Development & Integration, FS GBU- 2009 Financial Services, FS GBU- 2007 Development & Integration Services- 2006 & 2008 Architecture & Solution Design
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Education
- Master's Degree, Business Administration and Management, GeneralVlerick Business School2002Master's Degree, Business Administration and Management, General
- Master of Science in Computer ScienceVrije Universiteit Brussel1995Master's Degree, Computer Science