Fireside chat: A CIO’s insight into governing technology

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Speaker(s): Phil Wright
Date: 4:00pm — 5:30pm, 17 August 2023
Venue: The George
Location: 50 Park Terrace, Christchurch Central City
Price members: $25.00 incl GST
Price non-members: $50.00 incl GST

Overview

Organisations that use technology and data better than their competitors will perform better than their competitors, similar to organisations who adopted new technology during the industrial revolution. Whether this is for superior customer service, efficiency, risk mitigation or better decision-making, the good use of technology and data can improve a business.

Yet, managing technology investments is a challenge at board level, there are many risks with large digital transformational investments, the rate of change and the protection of data. Boards are asking: Are we investing enough in technology? Are we are investing in the right technology? How do I know our project is on track? I don’t understand some of the jargon?

This session will cover insights from a CIO’s perspective about technology governance, covering – major digital transformation projects, addressing technical debt and cloud services. Phil will share his insights and opinions on technology governance and explain some of the industry jargon.

Fireside chats are story-based, small group events where questions and discussion are actively encouraged. Due to the potentially sensitive nature of matters discussed, the Chatham House Rule will apply. Numbers are strictly limited.

Please note this event has been rescheduled from 7 August to 17 August.

Phil Wright

Phil is a seasoned executive with extensive experience in the management and governance of technology, digital transformations, and data. He has worked at senior management and board level for several organisations in the UK and New Zealand. Most recently as General Manager – IT at Foodstuffs South Island, where he oversaw the successful introduction of many innovative technologies such as – customer self-service systems, New World Club Card program, contactless payments, digitising operational processes and a major ERP implementation.

One of Phil’s most notable achievements in the UK was his role in the merger between Commercial Union and General Accident, where he led the successful integration of the two companies' IT infrastructure. Phil has acted in advisory roles for acquisitions, digital integration and IT governance structures.

Throughout his career, Phil has earned a reputation for being a strategic thinker and a results-driven leader. He has a passion seeing technology and data being leveraged for the benefit of organisations, and sees appropriate board governance of technology and data is fundamental to being successful.

Additional information

Covid-19 precautions

By registering for this event you are confirming that you agree to adhere to our Covid-19 health and safety measures. If you are unwell or have any Covid-19 symptoms please do not attend this event.