Today I want to share with you a little bit of our history, where we are now, and how we see the exciting future ahead, both for AppliediT and the industry at large.
Our Humble Beginnings (2015): Sowing the Seed of Analytics in the Industry
If you ask me about the origin of AppliediT, I always go back to my engineering years and my experience at Airbus. There I was lucky enough to work on continuous improvement projects, where an American consulting firm opened my eyes to the power of data-driven problem solving. Together with an extraordinary team of professionals, including my current partners, we worked for ten years on global projects.
It was around this time that we noticed a recurring pattern: the sheer amount of time and effort spent collecting , structuring, and analyzing data.This phase, although crucial to identify inefficiencies, became increasingly burdensome. That’s when one of my partners started designing an internal analytics platform to make this task easier for us.
The real turning point came in 2015, during a project at Continental in Germany. One client told us something that resonated deeply:“Consulting is great… but I would like my engineers to use the software you are using.” That direct request, that palpable need in the industry, was the spark that ignited AppliediT.
We realized there was a real opportunity to market our platform and help other companies get the most out of their data.
The Present (2024): Helping the industry monetize its data
Almost ten years have passed since that “Eureka!” moment. Today, in 2024, I am proud to say that AppliediT has established itself as a software technology consultancy specializing in the improvement and monetization of data in the industrial sector.
Our value proposition is focused on helping companies turn their data into a competitive advantage. Whether optimising processes, identifying savings or increasing efficiency, our combination of expert consulting and a powerful analytics platform enables our clients to make more informed decisions and achieve their goals.
We’ve learned that every customer is unique. If we work with technical profiles, we can talk directly about data integration and monitoring. If the interlocutor has a more business-focused profile, we focus on the direct economic impact: how much money they are losing and how we can help them recover it.
What’s fascinating is that our focus isn’t limited to a specific sector. It doesn’t matter if they manufacture airplane wings or donuts, any production line that generates data is a potential customer for us.
The future: A horizon full of data and opportunities
Looking ahead, the future of the industry is intrinsically tied to data analytics, machine learning, and artificial intelligence.The amount of data generated by industrial machinery continues to grow exponentially, and the ability to interpret and act on that information will become increasingly crucial.
At AppliediT, we are committed to continuing to help companies transform that data into real value. We will continue to evolve our platform, learning from each project and sharing that knowledge internally and through success stories.
Throughout these years, we have learned the importance of transparency and internal communication. With geographically distributed teams, we have implemented weekly meetings by department and monthly meetings globally to ensure that everyone is aligned and aware of the progress of projects. We also encourage collaboration and continuous learning, both internal and external, valuing the experience of mentors who have accompanied us at different stages.
A key takeaway has been the importance of staying focused and not deviating from our core strategy, even in the face of opportunities that may seem attractive in the short term.
For those of you who are thinking of entrepreneurship or innovation in your companies, my advice is to dare to take the plunge. Having an idea is the beginning, but entrepreneurship is putting it into action. The road is full of challenges, but also of enormous satisfactions. There are many unmet needs in the market, and with passion and perseverance, you can build very valuable projects.
At AppliediT, we are excited about the future and the role we can play in the digital transformation of the industry. We’re still connected and ready to help you unlock the potential of your data!
Nacho Quiñonero
Director and Founder of AppliediT
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