Welcome to our digital home where innovation meets expertise, led by our Chief Technology Officer, Mike.
Welcome to our digital home where innovation meets expertise, led by our Chief Technology Officer, Mike.
Our story begins with groundbreaking advancements in machine learning, where Mike introduced the first practical ML application based on deep neural networks for image quality assessment at Gelato. This innovation enhanced customer experiences by evaluating photo quality against the product's visible image area, marking a significant leap from concept to scalable production in 2019. The following year, Mike's vision expanded into the realm of aesthetic enhancement, experimenting with a spectrum of technologies from DNNs and GANs to VAEs and style transfer algorithms.
In a stride towards operational excellence, 2020 witnessed the launch of a data-driven system that revolutionised production volume routing in real-time, significantly reducing manual labor and improving efficiency. This was closely followed by the conceptualisation of a next-generation order quotation solution, integrating statistical and geospatial analysis for unmatched precision in 2021. The same year, Mike spearheaded the development of an automated service for production order personalisation and verification, laying the groundwork for a versatile engine capable of generating content previews, product mockups, production ready document templates, solidifying our stance on innovation.
Our commitment to sustainability took form in 2022 with the creation of an environmental impact calculation engine, employing expert LCA data to gauge production footprint across multiple operational dimensions. This endeavour not only underscored our environmental responsibility but also showcased our capability to merge technical ingenuity with ecological mindfulness.
Mike's tenure as CTO is marked by a series of strategic decisions that propelled the company from a nascent e-commerce platform in 2007 to a robust, scalable business. From migrating to AWS in 2009, introducing a service-based architecture, to adopting Kubernetes for optimal resource utilisation in 2018, each step reflected a forward-thinking approach to technology management and infrastructure development. These milestones, coupled with initiatives in test automation, GDPR compliance, and fostering a culture of innovation, underscore Mike's holistic leadership in navigating the tech landscape.
The genesis of Mike's career in software engineering laid the foundation for a portfolio rich with diversity and impact. From developing leading media portals and mobile applications in the early 2000s to pioneering early ML-driven fraud detection systems, Mike's trajectory has been one of relentless innovation. His contributions span a wide array of sectors, including print production, manufacturing process control, computer vision and graphics pipelines, each project echoing his mantra of using technology to solve complex problems efficiently.
"Tech with Mike" is more than a consultancy; it's a testament to the power of visionary leadership and technical acumen. Our journey, marked by milestones in innovation, efficiency, and sustainability, reflects our commitment to not just keeping pace with technological evolution but driving it forward.
Join us as we continue to explore the boundaries of what's possible, led by Mike's unwavering spirit of innovation and a deep-rooted desire to make a lasting impact on the world through technology.