Andy Shephard

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ABOUT ANDY SHEPHARD

Most transformation programmes don’t fail because of strategy — they fail in execution.I’m a CIO Advisor and Technology Transformation Consultant brought in to stabilise and deliver complex, high-risk programmes across ERP, cloud, infrastructure, and M&A IT integration.I work with CIOs, CTOs, and executive teams to restore control, accelerate decision-making, and ensure outcomes are delivered — not just planned.With 25+ years’ experience, I combine programme leadership with executive advisory — bringing structure, pace, and clarity where it matters most.Often engaged when:• Delivery is off track or losing momentum• Programmes become overly complex or misaligned• Leadership needs clearer visibility, control, and decision support• Integration or separation carries operational or reputational riskWhere I add value:• Programme recovery and stabilisation• M&A IT integration and separation• ERP transformation (SAP, Microsoft Dynamics)• Cloud transformation (Azure, M365)• Cybersecurity and infrastructure programmes• Governance, PMO, and delivery assuranceSelected impact:• 40% reduction in cybersecurity risk exposure• $4M cost savings through optimisation• 30% reduction in manual workarounds (ERP transformation)• 25% improvement in delivery performance and issue resolutionSelective on engagements, focused on situations where experienced, independent oversight makes a measurable difference.Open to interim, contract, and advisory engagements.Core areas of focus include:CIO Advisor, Technology Transformation Advisor, ERP Transformation (SAP, Microsoft Dynamics), Cloud Transformation (Azure, M365), M&A IT Integration & Separation, Cybersecurity & Infrastructure, Governance, PMO & Delivery Assurance, Executive Stakeholder Engagement.