Mission
We are 5 steps ahead and shape the business of tomorrow.
Managing the transformation of companies in the digital age means questioning the existing concepts, constantly learning and optimizing. In combination with the right methodology and a forward-looking mindset, this can lead to unexpected or disruptive solutions. To achieve this, we enable companies to use new technologies for their own benefit and derive ideas for new products, services and business models from them. And constantly focusing on the customer.
Innovation
We deal with the technologies of the future and their relevant drivers for companies. We analyze trends and technologies in a market context and realize innovation projects in the field of digital transformation - from the idea to the marketable solution.
We set out to involve our customers in the process. We are convinced that co-creation is an important success factor in the development of new solutions. Very often great potential is revealed when it comes to a company's data. In particular, there are chances for optimizing existing processes and opportunities for the development of new business models.
Eco System
Our strong network
We are a corporate startup and part of a German family-owned company ELA Container. The history of ELA is characterized by expansions, new industries, innovative product developments and advanced technology. The high-quality ELA container rooms are used in many industries. With 5ahead, ELA Container will continuously initiate and implement new innovations in internal processes, technical applications and new business areas.
1400
employees
22
locations worldwide
60000
+rental containers
50
yearsof experience
Our Network
Join our crew!
Who we`re looking for
- People who enthuse about processes and are addicted to constantly optimizing
- People who live for big data and dream of providing new solutions
- People who are fanatical about Technology and Trends
- People who validate new business ideas and are able to analyse feasibility
- People who love to visualize and to create prototypes
- People who are born methodologists and have a fetish about collaboration
- People who are gifted learners and obsessed with customers
Contact us
Hi, I’m Philip Kwiotek – founder of 5ahead. If you want to know more about our corporate startup or become part of our crew, feel free to contact me.
At home on the campus
Location
Our modern office is located in The Gallery on the campus of Twente University. We take advantage of our university location to build collaborations and a specialized team.
- Part of the Kennispark Twente network with over 400 high-tech companies
- Modern working atmosphere
- Very good public transport connections