Analyst Profile

Nick Jones

VP Distinguished Analyst

24 years at Gartner , 40 years industry experience
United Kingdom

Roles and Responsibilities

Nick Jones is a Vice President and Gartner Distinguished Analyst. Mr. Jones' research focuses primarily on the Internet of Things (IoT). His research coverage includes IoT strategy, new digital business models enabled by the IoT, IoT wireless technologies, the use of blockchain in IoT, IoT technology trends, tracking and tagging objects including RFID, smart lighting, smart buildings and wearable devices. His secondary research interests also include the use of mobile devices and apps as components of IoT solutions, emerging trends/technologies, consumerization, innovation strategy, and the social impact of technology.

Areas of Coverage

Mobile & Wireless

Nick Jones's Recent Gartner Activity

Latest Research

Designing an IoT Wireless Networking Strategy for the Smart City
12-Apr-2018
When and Why Enterprises Should Implement RFID to Track Critical Assets
27-Feb-2018
Modernize Your Endpoint Classification Systems to Drive Business Value
20-Feb-2018

On-Demand & Upcoming Webinars

The Top 10 IoT Technologies for Digital Business
31 July 2017
IoT for Midsize Enterprises
21 August 2017
Blockchain and IoT: Transformational but Immature
20 November 2017

Background

Previous Experience

Prior to joining Gartner, Mr. Jones gained wide experience in IT from both the user and vendor perspectives. He has worked for consulting organizations and software tool vendors in a variety of roles, including technical consulting, product management, product selection and evaluation, globalization and product architecture.

Professional Background

ECsoft, Software Engineering Manager, 3 years
Informix, European CASE Product Manager, 1 year
LBMS, Product Architect, 6 years

Education

B.Sc., Computer Technology, University of Wales at Swansea

Languages

English

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