On the lighter side of things , we ask the industry experts what makes them tick . . . .

Building AND Digital to a company of over 1,300 people ( or ANDis as our workforce is collectively known ) is my greatest achievement . Not only are we a tech company that ’ s making an impact in the digital world , we ’ re also making a real difference in the physical world .

What first made you think of a career in technology ?

I ’ m a first-generation immigrant to the UK from India . Back in the 70s , the technology sector was in its infancy . However , it was also a space that allowed me to compete on an even playing field with my peers .

What style of management philosophy do you employ within your current position ?

I let those around me do what they are good at and try to provide an environment that fosters creativity , collaboration and allows people to take ownership . To get the best results you need to nurture and motivate your people in small , well-connected groups . This means everyone is constantly evolving into their best self within the organisation and can pivot to meet new opportunities .

What ’ s more , I firmly believe in the power of the AND … i . e . the ability to combine multiple ideas and approaches , which on the surface may appear contradictory , but when carefully synthesised can create something new , different or truly impactful .

What do you currently identify as the major areas of investment in your industry ?

The world truly went digital in the last two years . For many companies their hand was forced to make a substantial investment in tech . As a result , the major areas of investment are likely to be in ensuring new digital infrastructure is optimised , managed correctly

Data engineering , experience design , cybersecurity and cloud tech will all be areas of additional investment by those companies looking to stay truly digital , competitive and agile to emerging opportunities .

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