Andy Richardson

Data Architect @CGI

York, GB
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WORK HISTORY

Jul 2025 — Present

Data Architect @CGI

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Key Responsibilities:Developing and maturing client data capabilities, to support client business goals, e.g. data monetisation/product initiatives.Coaching client technology & business stakeholders re data strategy/governance/architecture.Providing support to CGI clients: CTO, COO, Data Protection Officer (DPO), Data Director, Head of Data Engineering.Providing specialist data governance/management advice to CGI colleagues.Key Achievements:Led the design and implementation of a new Azure Databricks Lakehouse platform, delivering a secure, scalable, and compliant enterprise data foundation for an important CGI client.Helped them improve their data capability so they can achieve strategic goals, like decentralised data governance and data monetisation for revenue growth.

EDUCATION

1989 — 1991

York Sixth Form College

A Levels

1991 — 1994

University of Staffordshire

BSc (Hons), Geography & Biology

1999 — 2001

The University of Sheffield

MSc (part time), Information Systems

ABOUT ANDY RICHARDSON

Opinions expressed are solely my own and do not represent the views of my employer. I am an experienced data architect with a strong record of success across multiple sectors. I partner with data and technology leaders to ensure that data architecture aligns with business strategy and delivers value.I am a trusted advisor to CTOs, CISOs, Data Protection Officers (DPOs) and senior stakeholders. I bring deep expertise in establishing and maturing data architecture capabilities from the ground up. I have driven improvements in data maturity and helped embed stronger data cultures that enable business transformation.I have contributed to major national data programmes, providing design authority and strategic guidance across multidisciplinary teams.I engage and influence stakeholders at every level, from operational teams to the C-suite. I help organisations turn data into a strategic asset that drives measurable business value. My experience spans the private and public sectors, from national organisations to global enterprises, blending strategic insight with hands-on expertise.I mentor students at the University of Sheffield and support professionals across the technology and data community.I am a member of DAMA UK and a Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP). I also support York City F.C. outside of work, balancing optimism with humour.

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