Expertise
 - Enterprise IT architecture
 - Internet and intranet design and implementation
 - IT infrastructure design
 - Web usability assessment

Background
A commercially focused IT architect with over 17 years' broad IT experience, including nine years in senior architecture roles in the UK and worldwide. Particular expertise in aligning IT and business strategies. Strong in analysis and design assurance skills, with a proven record for delivering creative, cost-effective and timely solutions to complex problems.

Recent assignments
 - Design assurance for leading UK retailer.
 - Creation of enterprise architecture role and processes for major European insurance provider.
 - IT applications review and audit of IT management function for leading supplier of telecommunications products & services.
 - IT architecture and technical infrastructure design for financial services organisation.
 - Design and project management of data-capture and business information intranet applications for global pharmaceuticals organisation.
 - Adviser on web standards for the Global Technology Group of large FMCG retailer.

As Chief Architect for KPMG in the UK and then worldwide, Michael was responsible for gaining consensus on key IT standards. Reporting to the global Chief Information Officer, Michael chaired a working group of senior IT professionals from the largest seven KPMG practices.

Industry experience
 - Information technology (computers & telecommunications)
 - Pharmaceuticals
 - Financial Services
 - Media
 - Retail & distribution
 - Professional services 'big five'

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