Our experts Alexander Frimout and Peter Jans recently gave an interesting information session at VOKA about Innovation Management in Finance for a select group of CFOs and finance professionals. The session took place in an interactive setting with representatives from various companies including Nitto Belgium, P V Panels, Houben, Group Ceyssens, etc. During the session, Alexander and Peter covered several important themes: Technological developments in finance : The latest technological possibilities that can transform the financial sector. The role of AI in finance: How artificial intelligence can contribute to more efficient and effective financial processes. Process innovation in finance: Innovation in financial processes and the development of new financial products and services. The presentation was followed by interesting discussions and interactive dialogues, which led to valuable insights and inspiration for those present. We thank VOKA for the opportunity and look forward to future collaborations! Curious about how AI can enhance your Finance department? Book a (no-obligation 😉) call with Peter Jans and discover the possibilities solutions that can support your team. ⬇️ Book a call with Peter

November 2024 - Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept but a powerful tool driving innovation across industries. OutSystems , a leader in the Low-Code Custom Development sector, has been advancing the integration of AI in software development for over five years now and delivered remarkable results. To explore the potential of AI-driven Low-Code Development, we hosted a series of interactive AI low-code breakfast sessions . Held across our offices in Hasselt and Ghent, these sessions brought together IT and business leaders to delve into how OutSystems is revolutionizing AI adoption, enabling rapid development, scalability, and increased productivity. Highlights of our Low-Code AI Roadshow Interactive insights : Attendees gained valuable insights from low-code experts Gregory Van Dorpe and Laurence Luykx into the latest trends in AI and Low-Code development. Live demo of the OutSystems platform: Dieter Vennekens showed the power of OutSystems’ AI-powered tools. Customer insights : Customers shared how they integrated OutSystems in their company to achieve their business goals. Customer insights Renotec: Shifting the “Buy vs Build” paradigm Guy De Knaep (ICT Manager at Renotec): “If we can build it smarter and cheaper, we’ll build it”. Renotec adopted OutSystems as a strategic platform to create more than 25 integrated apps in less than four years. From HR and Operations to Field Services and a B2B webshop, their growing team of three developers is driving digital transformation in the construction sector. Lineas: Digital agility in rail freight Since 2018, Mark Geuens , CIO at Lineas, has been working with OutSystems to tackle the complexities of rail freight logistics. They were one of the early adopters in Belgium, convinced by the technology supporting an evolution and fast value to market. With over 20 apps spanning from HR tools to mission operational critical apps, Lineas is pioneering a composable enterprise model, supported by a central Data Twin. “All of this allowed us to digitize and modernize our environment in an evolutive way with a continuous delivery of value. Pushing legacy back to their core reason of existence, while enabling digital agility and a data and IT everywhere strategy,” Mark shared. Want to learn more about Low-Code? Discover how Outsystems’ AI-powered platform can transform your digital initiatives and how ACA can support your journey toward smarter, faster, and more sustainable development practices.

As artificial intelligence continues to evolve and reshape industries, ACA Group’s own Alexander Frimout is at the forefront, sharing practical insights and expertise on how businesses can harness this technology. At a recent sold-out event, Alexander explored the real-world applications of generative AI, moving beyond the chatbot capabilities most people are familiar with. His session drew a full house of business leaders eager to understand how AI can drive efficiency and innovation in their organizations. Here’s a look at what made this event such a success. On September 19th, our very own AI expert Alexander Frimout delivered an insightful presentation at the Voka Breakfast Club event in Leuven , which sold out with 90 attendees. The topic, Generative AI in Practice , drew significant interest, reflecting the growing curiosity and excitement around the potential of AI technologies in business. While many are familiar with ChatGPT as a chatbot, Alexander went beyond the basics, demonstrating how generative AI can transform business operations in ways that extend far beyond customer service. By showcasing practical use cases, he highlighted how companies are already leveraging AI to optimize workflows, boost efficiency, and create new value from their existing data. These examples illustrated that AI, when used strategically, can act as a catalyst for innovation and productivity across various industries. Alexander also addressed common concerns surrounding AI, such as data privacy, implementation complexity, and cost. His presentation broke down these barriers, showing how AI can be integrated into daily operations without heavy financial or technical burdens, making it more accessible to organizations of all sizes. He emphasized that the real power of AI lies in its ability to adapt and evolve based on a company’s specific needs, whether for automating repetitive tasks, improving decision-making processes, or driving more personalized customer experiences. With such high demand for his expertise, Alexander is frequently featured at events, helping organizations to understand and embrace the benefits of AI. From industry conferences to specialized workshops, he’s a regular speaker, providing hands-on guidance on how to unlock the full potential of AI in practical, impactful ways. This sold-out event underscores the increasing interest in AI solutions and ACA Group’s role in driving that conversation forward. We’re proud to see Alexander leading these discussions and helping businesses explore the future of AI technology. Quick question? Send us a whatsapp message