Duane Brooks

Technology Planning Analyst, Specialist @Southern Company

Participate as part of the Technology Solutions leadership team, responsible for supporting the Power Delivery business area to ensure technology investments are optimal, adheres to standards and is aligned with business and the Technology Organization’s strategic objectives. Provide thought leadership on technology direction and decisions based on emerging technologies, industry trends, best practices, and sound business processes, including all technology delivery components like resources, hardware, software, and outside services. Lead business partners and peers through the technology acquisition and governance process ensuring consistency, efficiency, and effectiveness. Build and maintain strategic partnerships, document technology needs, and facilitates the development of business cases that will enable and achieve business objectives. Serve as mentor/coach for junior colleagues, business partners, and others interested in expanding their knowledge base.