Expertise
Platform Strategy & Architecture Assessment
Enterprise platforms like Snowflake and Databricks are powerful, but evaluating them purely on technical benchmarks often leads to costly misalignments. I assess platform suitability based on organisational maturity, existing cloud gravity, and realistic operating models—providing the independent architectural perspective that vendor engagements structurally cannot.
Data Modernisation Advisory
Modernising a fragmented data estate is rarely just a lift-and-shift exercise. I help define clear migration pathways, establish foundational data models, and implement governance structures that turn complex, legacy setups into agile, cloud-native architectures without disrupting ongoing business operations.
AI Readiness & Foundation Work
AI initiatives frequently stall not because of algorithmic limitations, but because of foundational data issues. I advise organisations on the prerequisites for AI—designing the data quality, access controls, and robust engineering practices required to move generative AI from experimental proofs of concept to reliable production systems.
How I Work
I engage directly with CDOs, CTOs, and architecture teams. My focus is on diagnostic clarity and strategic direction, typically before significant implementation begins. I do not deliver large-scale systems integration; instead, I ensure the blueprints are correct so your internal teams or SI partners can build with confidence.
What I Don't Do
I do not sell software, take referral fees from vendors, or accept engagements where the platform decision has already been mandated for non-architectural reasons. My independence is the core value of my advisory.
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