Analyst Profile
David Groombridge
Sr Director Analyst
4 years at Gartner
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23 years industry experience
United Kingdom
Roles and Responsibilities
David Groombridge is a Research Director within the Sourcing, Procurement and Vendor Management team in Gartner Research. He undertakes analysis on all phases of the IT sourcing cycle, with a particular focus on best practices in the sourcing of hybrid infrastructure services. Mr. Groombridge helps clients solve strategic sourcing issues as well as develops research to support clients with practical advice on this evolving space. He provides guidance for clients on vendor selection, contract pricing, structure and terms, and commercial negotiations.
David Groombridge's Recent Gartner Activity
Latest Research
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Blockchain Potential and Pitfalls
17 July 2018 -
Applying Blockchain Across Industries: Gartner Answers Peer Questions
11 December 2018
On-Demand & Upcoming Webinars
Background
Previous Experience
Mr. Groombridge has 20 years of experience in the IT industry. Prior to joining Gartner, he reported to the CIO of Eversheds, a global law firm. In this role, he managed a number of strategic vendor relationships, led the successful negotiation of the firm's largest outsourcing deal, and managed the implementation of multiple data center outsourcing, BPO and SaaS initiatives, and also won the firmwide innovation award in 2011. Prior to his time at Eversheds, Mr. Groombridge held a range of IT program and product manager roles, spanning the insurance, financial services and enterprise software industries.
Professional Background
Eversheds, Head of Business Systems, 8 years
Legal & General, Program Manager, 4 years
Misys, Product Center Manager, 4 years
Industry Awards/Accolades
Eversheds' 2011 Firmwide Innovation Award
Education
B.Sc., With Honors, Open University
M.A., With Honors, King's College, University of Cambridge
Languages
English
