Pragmatic IT and Business Transformation Solutions – driving real change to the ways of working

Programme Leadership

Leadership of large scale global systems enabled transformation programmes

Programme Turnaround

Successful turnaround of failed or challenged programmes

Programme Design

Pragmatic design of complex transformation programmes focused on the business

Capabilities focused on three core themes

Programme Leadership

I believe that, in systems enabled transformation programmes, the key to success is truly understanding the business, its objectives and its culture. IT solutions today (specifically tier 1 ERP solutions) are no longer the most complex aspect of large transformation programmes, it is essential to focus on the business design, architecture and the changes in the ways of working (business change) that are going to drive real value.

Programme Turnaround

I am passionate about success and combined with a desire to get the best out of a difficult situation I thrive in environments that are challenging, issue ridden and seen as ‘failing’.

My problem solving skills and capability to stay calm in difficult situations has enabled me to successfully transform a number of large scale programmes from perceived failure to clear success. I have been described as ‘a dog with a bone’ when it comes to sorting out complex challenges and driving through real value.

My mantra is to ‘be pragmatic in your approach to programme turnaround or rescue’ and you can achieve your programme objectives.

Programme Design

Through over 25 years in business and IT, my approach to programme design has formed on a foundation of leading practice and real world experience, most of which has been gained either working for or consulting to blue chip organisations and big 4 consultancies. I bring this experience, and tools, with me on every engagement.

My experience, combined with a dynamic design thinking approach, results in rapid design completion. Firm focus on the changes in the ways of working, enabled by robust systems, ensure that the programme drives real value into the organisation.

A brief introduction
and overview of my experience

I am a dedicated, dynamic and highly motivated senior IT executive combining over 20 years’ managerial and consultancy experience with a proven track record of delivering effective business transformation through IT solutions.

Specialising in programme design and turnaround, I am focused on delivering long-term sustainable growth, driving value and optimising process efficiency whilst making an instant impact on short-term strategic aims. I have a history of successfully transforming failing projects, launching new initiatives and leveraging strategic change expertise to exceed client expectations and attain delivery excellence.

I see myself as a natural leader, who coaches and develops managers, possessing the interpersonal and communication skills to build positive relationships with stakeholders whilst being able to influence and persuade at the highest level.

The image below details my working career, including my key skills, areas of focus and main regions worked

A detailed overview of my recent work experience

GLOBAL PORTFOLIO LEAD | HSBC | Charles Blyth Consulting

Responsible for a $120million portfolio of global transformation programmes across the Bank
Successful delivery of transformation driven cost reductions specifically through application simplification and landscape rationalisation
Responsible for the review and development of standing business cases resulting in the closure of failing and non-viable programmes reducing the investment exposure to the bank by $94M
Management of a complex matrix driven global delivery structure
Responsible for the reporting, governance and benefit realisation across the portfolio

HEAD OF BUSINESS SERVICES | DAL Group | Charles Blyth Consulting

Programme Director and executive sponsor on the implementation of SAP across DAL Food
Programme Director and executive sponsor in the transformation of the Group IT department, implementing strategies to transform and develop the Group IT, Business Intelligence and Business Solutions functions across the group
Key sponsor and advisor to the Business Transformation programme in DAL Food
Responsible for overseeing the strategic direction and management of the Business Services Division across the DAL Group as a member of the Senior Leadership team, reporting to the Board
Managing all aspects of Group IT, Business Solutions and Business Intelligence functions to ensure the achievement of all operational and financial objectives

DIRECTOR | EY | UK and Middle East

Directing highly complex IT enabled business transformation programmes in blue chip organisations across UK and Middle East
Specialising in programme rescue of large, complex multimillion $ programmes
Acting as a trusted advisory to senior and executive management
Defining and building the IT Enablement practice across the middle east region focused on large-scale IT Enabled Business Transformation
Key to significantly growing the SAP capability within the Financial Services and Consumer Products sectors
Leading and managing personnel, engendering an environment of high motivation, positive engagement and providing the support required to ensure the delivery of optimal performance
Managing the recruitment and selection of staff based on skills, experience and perceived ability to positively contribute to organisational goals

PROGRAMME DIRECTOR | BanksApp Consulting

Programme management of complex, multi project, financial services programmes in key accounts
Building and managing the Programme Management and Business Intelligence practice, including programme management responsibility within key accounts
Devising and executing effective BI delivery methodology and approach along with the implementation of a robust team structure and sales collateral

HEAD OF BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE | CPP Group PLC

Design and management of the launch and delivery of a range of Business Intelligence initiatives and reviving a failing attempt to create a centre of excellence
Designing, implementing and overseeing rollout of an effective Business Intelligence strategy for the group, liaising effectively with the board and providing guidance on international Business Intelligence
Leading and managing a team of 30 internationally spread people in MI, Data Management & Analytics from areas of the business including Finance, Marketing and IT
Evaluating and reorganising the Customer Data environment in order to combine data availability and accuracy enhancements with substantial reductions in expenditure

Get in touch

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Pragmatic IT and Business Transformation Solutions – driving real change to the ways of working

Capabilities focused on three core themes

Programme Leadership

Programme Turnaround

Programme Design

A brief introduction and overview of my experience

The image below details my working career, including my key skills, areas of focus and main regions worked

A detailed overview of my recent work experience

Get in touch

A brief introduction
and overview of my experience