Passion for Progress

We iterate on
what works.
We transform
into new areas.

AI strategy, technology leadership, and executive education. Bridging deep technical knowledge with C level business impact across Western Europe.

About

Tom Olislagers

Founder & Agentic CTO

"In software engineering, we build systems using loops and choices. Extrapolating that to business and life: we iterate on what works and we transform into new areas."

With nearly two decades of experience at the intersection of technology strategy and business transformation, Tom Olislagers has built a career on a simple belief: technology must create human progress. From architecting mission critical infrastructure for major financial institutions to leading AI strategy across Western Europe, his work has consistently bridged the gap between deep technical knowledge and C level business impact.

As Field CTO for Western Europe at Dell Technologies, Tom led technical strategy across seven countries, built and managed a team of nearly 25 presales professionals, and was directly involved in the largest enterprise deals in the region. He was recognized as EMEA Best Presales Manager in 2021 and consistently exceeded targets throughout his career, with IBM 100% Club membership every year and an average achievement of 180%.

Today, through Iterations & Transformations BV, Tom operates as an AI enhanced consultancy. He applies the mens et manus approach: combining strategic thinking with hands on building. His company leverages AI agents for competitive analysis, investment decisions, and content creation, serving as a living proof of concept for the AI transformation he advises clients on.

Career Highlights

19+Years in Enterprise Technology
7Countries in Western Europe Scope
~25People Managed at Dell
180%Average Target Achievement at IBM
97%+Student Satisfaction Score (AI Courses)
1000+Shoebox Charity Boxes Delivered
100+Evening Courses Completed
20+Published Articles on AI & Technology

The Polymath Edge

Beyond technology, Tom is an eclectic learner who has studied nanotechnology and microbiology at Cambridge Summer University, completed Cisco CCNA certification, and explored disciplines from ceramics to 3D printing. A founding member of the Entrepreneurial Business Book Club and a Fintech Belgium Ambassador, he brings an unusually broad perspective to every engagement.

Languages

DutchEnglishFrench

Services

How We Create Progress

Every engagement starts with understanding the fundamentals. We optimize processes first, then apply technology where it creates the greatest impact.

AI Strategy & Implementation

AI Strategy & Implementation

From Ideation to Impact

Applying new technology to discover new business models or insights with direct revenue, cost, and risk impact. Starting with value stream mapping to optimize processes before introducing AI where it creates the most benefit.

AI readiness assessments and proof of value delivery
Generative AI strategy and agentic architecture design
Hands on pilot project management with dedicated teams
Practical feasibility analysis to avoid the AI failure trap
Fractional CTO & Infrastructure

Fractional CTO & Infrastructure

Strategic Technology Leadership

Deep technical and infrastructure strategy for organizations that need experienced leadership without full time overhead. From sovereign cloud to hyperconverged architectures, bringing enterprise grade thinking to every engagement.

Fractional CTO and VP of Infrastructure advisory
Cloud, edge, and sovereign infrastructure strategy
Technology due diligence and vendor evaluation
DevOps transformation and platform modernization
Executive Education & Speaking

Executive Education & Speaking

Knowledge That Transforms

Comprehensive AI and technology education for professionals and executives. From hands on workshops building with the latest tools to strategic keynotes for boardrooms. Teaching is not just a service; it is a core belief.

AI curriculum design and delivery (97%+ satisfaction)
Technical keynotes and conference speaking
University guest lectures and curriculum advisory
Boardroom AI briefings for C suite executives

The Approach: Fundamentals First

Before applying AI, we start by drawing out the current process and information flow using value stream mapping. This alone can already improve things significantly. Then we assess where AI would have the most benefit, combined with areas where practical feasibility is highest. With deep hands on experience in the latest technologies, we avoid the trap of most AI projects failing. This is not about chasing hype. It is about creating measurable progress.

Credentials

A Journey of Iterations

Nearly two decades of progressive responsibility across the world's leading technology companies.

2024 to Present

Founder & Agentic CTO

Iterations & Transformations BV

AI enhanced consultancy delivering fractional CTO services, AI strategy, and executive education across Western Europe.

2024 to Present

Presales Director EMEA & APAC

Origina

Leading presales across two major regions for the global leader in independent third party software support.

2013 to 2025

Field CTO Western Europe / Presales Director BeLux

Dell Technologies

Progressed from Enterprise Presales Manager to Field CTO for Western Europe (Benelux, Portugal, Spain, Ireland, Italy, Israel). Built and led a team of nearly 25 presales professionals. EMEA Best Presales Manager 2021.

2011 to 2013

Infrastructure Specialist

UCB

Drove the DevOps infrastructure transition at a major biopharmaceutical company, modernizing how the organization managed its technological resources.

2006 to 2011

Service Management Solution Architect

IBM

Part of the worldwide technical resource top talent group. Tivoli and Cloud TopGun. IBM 100% Club member every year with 180% average target achievement.

Recognitions & Affiliations

EMEA Best Presales Manager 2021 (Dell)
IBM 100% Club, Every Year, 180% Average
Worldwide TopGun: Tivoli & Cloud (IBM)
Fintech Belgium Ambassador
Cambridge Summer University (2009, 2017)
AI Lecturer at SyntraPXL, PXL, AP Hogeschool
EBBC Founding Member
CIONET Trailblazer Interviewee

Education

Postgraduate IT Management

Hogeschool Limburg

Economics

LUC (now UHasselt)

Cambridge Summer University

Nanotechnology, Lasers, Microbiology (2009, 2017)

ITIL Certified

Thought Leadership

Ideas That Drive Progress

20+ published articles on AI strategy, sovereign technology, infrastructure, and the human side of innovation.

Contact

Start a Conversation

Whether you are exploring AI strategy, need a fractional CTO, or want to discuss technology leadership, I would be glad to hear from you.

Company

Iterations & Transformations BV

KBO 1023.909.234

Hasselt, Belgium