In part 1 of this blog, we focused on client survey research and industry analysis to explore the changing technology approaches to IT modernization. Traditional IT approaches are too complicated, require too much upfront information, take too long to design and deploy. They also lack intuitiveness, requiring a learning curve for the end-user to adopt and become proficient. Consumerism stresses traditional IT approaches.There is a reason why new technology approaches bear names like LEAN, Agile, Kanban, sprints, and the like – it’s about SPEED.
Kevin Watkins is Presidio’s SVP, Practice Operations and responsible for Presidio’s US Professional Services business. He has extensive experience leading client-centric teams and helping organizations adopt technology to gain competitive advantage. Prior to joining Presidio in 2006, Kevin held leadership positions at several consulting and systems integration firms, with roles in sales engineering, business development, operational leadership, and financial management. He holds a bachelors of Business Administration degree in Computer Science and Finance from Temple University’s Fox School of Business