Murtaza Kanchwala , Uxbridge, United Kingdom

Award winning technical innovator and business results focused Technology Leader with 25 years of industry experience offering
rich international exposure to strategic planning, whilst taking full P&L responsibility and managing diverse global teams. Applies
leading edge technologies to deliver profitable results and produces first in class solutions to business challenges in a wide range
of industry sectors. Track record of business turnaround and growth and proven ability to automate multi-billion dollar enterprises.
Visionary leader and exceptional communicator; engages with C-level executives, business leaders and team members alike
building strong relationships, motivated teams and global networks. Provides thought leadership to the industry and the ability to
work within a diverse global environment.
CORE COMPETENCIES
Enterprise Architecture | Software Engineering | Cloud Computing Architectures | Data and Information Architecture | Product
Management | Solution Blueprints | SaaS Platform Development | Mobile & Digital Architecture | IT Strategy and Roadmaps |
Global IT Delivery | Budgeting & Cost Control | Process Improvements & Best Practices | Capital Planning & Investment Control |
Security Framework and Architecture
KEY SKILLS
▪ Strategic Direction – Visionary thinker who integrates innovative technology solutions with business plans to secure growth
and profitability. Sees the ‘big picture’, analyses the market and spots opportunities to develop first in class solutions to meet
customer needs. At Airwave Solutions Ltd, developed an integrated Enterprise Asset Management Solution from scratch, the
first in the market, to replace the independent but similar solutions for different asset classes previously on offer. Increased
revenues by a factor of 20 in 6 years.
▪ Technology Vision – Thinks ‘outside the box’ looking at the whole picture to develop solutions to business challenges. Applies
exceptional technical expertise to consider available architecture and technologies to address the issues, considers the
potential risks and returns and makes well informed judgments. At Yodel, resolved issues of lack of data visibility causing
losses of £1m per week and loss of reputation. Achieved close to real time data, resulting in enhanced delivery process,
accurate billing and the first profitable results.
▪ Innovation – Keeps a finger on the pulse of current and future technologies, and applies innovative concepts across business
sectors. Applies best practise form a range of industries to improve performance; applied technology utilised in oil and gas
industry to a telecoms solution. Consistently seeks process and technology improvements. At Blackbay, filed a patent for an
application of augmented reality technology to parcel delivery processes and innovated game changing mobile development
framework for cross platform application development.
▪ Leadership – Leads by example and empowers the team to take responsibility, motivating and engaging them to align with
strategic goals. Sets clear roles and responsibilities, continuously maintaining the highest standards and demanding exemplary
delivery on time and within budget. Builds strong team cohesion, engaging at a personal and professional level. Have led team
varied sizes with the largest 100+ and smallest 5, mid-size team of 60 as a CTO, so understands different team dynamics.
▪ International Exposure and Cultural Sensitivity – Lead diverse teams of professionals, co-ordinating and aligning all efforts
to achieve goals. Leverages extensive international experience to lead and motivate global teams, adapting to the needs of
different cultures, having lived and worked in Hong Kong, Singapore, Australia, UK, Europe, New Zealand and India.