Nick Cardwell
IT Business Systems Development @Ulster Carpets
Signup · Get unlimited contacts
WORK HISTORY
IT Business Systems Development @Ulster Carpets
Supporting the Group’s digital transformation agenda, I lead the development and enhancement of IT systems across manufacturing, commercial, and operational teams. My role bridges strategy and delivery — ensuring that systems are aligned with business priorities while enabling innovation, resilience, and growth.I currently play a key role in the implementation of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations, stepping in mid-project to take ownership of training, UAT coordination, stakeholder engagement, and technical documentation. Developed a strong end-to-end understanding of the system, designing process flows and support materials to assist IT and business teams.Also led the design and deployment of a new group-wide firewall and network security architecture, incorporating East/West segmentation, Microsoft Defender XDR, and Intune endpoint management — significantly improving cyber resilience and incident response readiness.Contributed to governance by maintaining risk registers, updating IT policies, and aligning operations with business continuity and disaster recovery best practices. I also support forward planning around AI, automation, and digital workflows — ensuring the IT foundation is future-ready.Key Contributions:• Driving adoption and successful rollout of Dynamics 365 F&O• Delivered modern, cyber-resilient network and endpoint security architecture• Created technical documentation, process diagrams, and UAT frameworks• Embedded governance through risk registers and updated IT policy• Scoped digital tools and automation to improve workflow efficiency• Supporting business-led transformation through scalable IT solutions
EDUCATION
Portadown Technical College
BTEC National Diploma, Computer Technology/Computer Systems Technology
Ulster University
Computer Science
SKILLS
ABOUT NICK CARDWELL
Chartered Information Security Professional (MCIIS) and CISSP-certified IT leader with over 20 years\' experience across manufacturing, FMCG, and engineering sectors. I specialise in aligning IT strategy with operational and commercial priorities, leading transformation across complex, multi-site, multi-company, and multi-currency environments.Throughout my career, I’ve successfully delivered ERP integrations (Dynamics 365, Navision), modernised infrastructure with cloud-first and cyber-resilient solutions, and championed the adoption of AI, automation, and data-driven tools to support scalable, business-led change.With a passion for both people and systems, I take a methodical, hands-on approach to leadership — mentoring high-performing IT teams, managing vendor and stakeholder relationships, and ensuring service continuity even in high-pressure environments.Known for my negotiation skills, resilience, and commitment to quality, I consistently drive value by delivering results that are secure, future-ready, and aligned with strategic goals. In an industry that never stands still, I remain focused on adapting, innovating, and helping organisations harness technology to unlock their full potential.
This profile is compiled from publicly available professional sources. Unifers is not affiliated with or endorsed by LinkedIn. Request removal of this profile.