Joseph Thornley
Associate Director
Datacom
I lead AI Transformation across our Enterprise Applications & Platforms—guiding a team of 25 in solution architecture, AI product management, AI developers, data & analytics, and both agile and waterfall delivery. We test new AI tools on ourselves first (“drink our own champagne”), then scale what works for clients—lifting margins, trimming costs, and boosting customer satisfaction. Early Career – Commercial Roots I cut my teeth in venture capital, analysing early-stage tech start-ups. From there I joined a global food company and rotated through analytics, strategy, commercial and supply-chain roles across New Zealand and Latin America. Managing pricing portfolios and market-entry plans grounded me in real-world P&L and customer dynamics—experience that still shapes every tech decision I make. Why It Works Fluent in board-room goals and dev-room detail, I translate revenue targets into secure, scalable solutions that teams can ship fast—or buy and integrate when that’s smarter. That blend has delivered results, including a seven-figure OPEX saving from AI-driven service automation. Focus & Drive A scientist’s curiosity, a commercial mindset, and a bias for measurable outcomes keep me learning, re-imagining workflows, and building cross-disciplinary teams that thrive at the intersection of business and technology. This hybrid skill set is crucial in the AI era, where value hinges on turning complex technology into clear business results. Let’s Connect Exploring practical AI adoption or just swapping ideas on linking tech and profit? Drop me a note—I’m always up for a conversation.