Author Profile

Nick Jones

Nick Jones

Distinguished VP Analyst

29 years at Gartner,  46 years' experience

Location:  United Kingdom  |  Language(s):  English

Roles and Responsibilities

Nick Jones is a Gartner Distinguished Vice President. Mr. Jones' research focuses primarily on Technology Innovation, IoT, emerging technologies, and the role of the CTO. His research coverage includes IoT strategy; 5G and 6G; technology innovation tactics and processes; IoT trends; digital business models enabled by IoT; wireless technologies; sustainable / green software; tagging and tracking technologies; RFID; megatrends. His secondary research interests also include user experience technologies; the use of mobile devices and apps; satellite broadband; consumerization; innovation strategy; autonomic systems; the social impact of technology; Tiny IT. 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.

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