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Advisory

As an independent technology adviser, I support executive teams and boards in making informed, strategic, and low-risk technology decisions. I bring impartial expertise, deep industry experience, and a focus on aligning technology investments with business outcomes. My role is to provide clarity, reduce uncertainty, and help organisations navigate complex digital change with confidence.

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Independent, Vendor-Neutral Advice.   I deliver objective guidance on technology strategy, platforms, investments, and risks—free from internal bias or vendor influence. My recommendations are grounded solely in what delivers value for your business.

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Executive-Level Technology Guidance.  I help non-technical leaders understand the business implications of technology choices. This includes translating complex issues into actionable insights, enabling more informed and effective decision-making.

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Technology Risk & Governance Assurance. I provide targeted oversight across cybersecurity, data protection, operational resilience, and compliance. My independent perspective strengthens governance frameworks and provides confidence to boards and audit committees.

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Digital Transformation Acceleration. I support organisations undertaking major modernisation programs—from AI adoption and data platform strategy to cloud migration and enterprise system renewal. I help streamline delivery, reduce risk, and avoid common transformation pitfalls.

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CIO/CTO Advisory & Leadership Support. I serve as a trusted external sounding board for technology leaders, offering challenge, validation, benchmarking, and strategic guidance. This enhances the effectiveness of the internal technology function.

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Major Program & Investment Review.  I bring specialist insight to high-value technology decisions, including solution selection, vendor evaluation, program diagnostics, and M&A technology due diligence.

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On-Demand Senior Expertise.  Engage senior technology leadership as needed—without long-term overheads. I provide flexible advisory support that fits your operating model, timelines, and strategic priorities.​​​​

Value to Your Organisation

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  • Stronger decision-making through independent analysis and clear strategic insights

  • Reduced operational and delivery risk with experienced oversight

  • Improved program success rates and avoidance of unnecessary cost

  • Better alignment between technology investment and business strategy

  • Enhanced executive and board confidence in technology direction

Engagement Model
 

I offer flexible advisory arrangements, including:

  • Executive advisory retainers

  • Project-based reviews and diagnostics

  • Independent assurance and governance roles

  • Strategy development and program advisory

  • Short-term augmentation of CIO/CTO leadership capacity

​Experience Counts

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David has 34 years of experience and has built and led tech businesses to significant growth including Orbis (which won a place in the Deloitte UK Technology Fast 50 twice) and NDS (which grew internationally and was acquired for $5B by Cisco). Most recently, he was CTO for KodyPay, taking the business from a pre-revenue trial to a fully launched service and £6M funding.

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