About Ben

Ben is an experienced advisor and senior consultant with over 25 years of experience in the EDI and data integration domain. He guides organizations in finding the most suitable solution - both functional and budgetary - and advises on the right strategy to achieve quick results. Ben brings in-depth knowledge of the global integration technology market, supported by a strong commercial background as the former Managing Director of a specialized technology company.

Expertise & Specialization

• Solution Selection: Expert advice on selecting MFT, EDI and data integration platforms (on-premise and Cloud).
• Integration Strategy: Support in setting the right course for fast and sustainable results.
• EDI & ERI Commerce Enabling: Helping companies become e-commerce ready within the set time and budgets.
• Global Market Knowledge: Extensive knowledge of both local and global players in the integration market.

Technical Stack & System Knowledge

Ben has a broad knowledge of the most important technologies in the field of Managed File Transfer (MFT), EDI and data integration:

• Platforms: Cleo, Boomi, Lobster, TrueCommerce, BizBrains, and GoAnywhere.
• Domains: Managed File Transfer (MFT), EDI cloud solutions, and complex data integration architectures.

Selected Project Experience

• International Deployments (EMEA): Has supported over 400 companies in the EMEA region in implementing MFT, EDI, and integration solutions.
• Entrepreneurship & Management: Successfully building and leading a technology company until its acquisition by a major US player at the end of 2023.
• Strategic Advice: Active as a strategic advisor for complex selection processes and as a sparring partner for reviews and interviews about integration infrastructures.

Core Competences

• Sectors: Transport & Logistics, Retail, Pharma/Chemistry, FMCG and Food & Drinks.
• focusses: Independent advice, cost-benefit optimization (best-fit) and result-oriented strategy.
• Region: Focus on the Benelux, the United Kingdom and the Nordics, with experience across Europe, the Middle East and Africa