Analyst Profile

Nick Jones

Distinguished VP Analyst

27 years at Gartner , 43 years industry experience
United Kingdom

Roles and Responsibilities

Nick Jones is a Vice President and Gartner Distinguished Analyst. Mr. Jones' research focuses primarily on Technology Innovation, IoT, emerging technologies, and the role of the CTO. His research coverage includes IoT strategy; 5G trends and applications; technology innovation tactics and processes; IoT trends; digital business models enabled by IoT; wireless technologies; the use of blockchain in IoT; location sensing and tracking technologies; RFID; megatrends. His secondary research interests also include engineering software for sustainability; user experience technologies; the use of mobile devices and apps as components of IoT solutions; consumerization; innovation strategy; autonomic systems; smart cities; the social impact of technology; social distancing technologies.

Nick Jones's Recent Gartner Activity

Latest Research

Top Strategic Technology Trends for 2022: Autonomic Systems
18-Oct-2021
Top Strategic Technology Trends for 2022
18-Oct-2021
Future of Work Trends: 5 Trends Shaping the Future of Frontline Workers
15-Oct-2021

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COVID-19 Social Distancing Technologies and Tactics
01 July 2020
10 Megatrends That Will Define Your Future
19 May 2021

Upcoming Gartner Events

Gartner IT Symposium/Xpo®
08 November 2021 - 11 November 2021

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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2 May 2019
Three Critical Factors in Building a Comprehensive Security Awareness Program Three key elements form the foundation of a successful awareness education program: knowledge of audiences, pervasive and continuous communication and interactive education on security tactics. Security and risk management leaders should use this research to implement a comprehensive program.

22 October 2021
Build the Digital Dexterity of Enterprise Leaders EDT: 10:00 a.m. | BST: 15:00
Accelerating digital business transformation requires high levels of digital dexterity, as enterprise leaders take a greater role in managing technology in their own business areas. Digital dexterity encompasses the ambition and ability to work digitally and build digital businesses. CIOs must shift their focus to help their colleagues develop high digital dexterity across the C-suite. This complimentary webinar will help CIOs move from educating to enabling leaders across the enterprise, pressing business leaders to acknowledge their own gaps with “digital humility” and show rising leaders new approaches to identify digital opportunities.

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22 October 2021
Attract, Develop, & Retain Critical Software Engineering Talent for Hybrid Work EDT: 11:00 a.m. | BST: 16:00
CEOs say the biggest inhibitor of digital business is the lack of suitable talent and capabilities, according to the Gartner CEO and Senior Business Executive Survey. Thus, attracting, developing and retaining great engineering talent is now the top concern for application and software engineering leaders. There is an ongoing talent war, fueled by digital transformation mandates accelerated by the pandemic and the increased need for up-to-date technical and product management skills. Yet, this excessive focus on hiring talent comes at the expense of strengthening internal development. Critical positions remain unfilled, placing digital business transformation at risk for delays or even failure. In this complimentary webinar, Gartner experts share proven tactics to attract, develop and retain critical software engineering talent in your organization. You will gain new insights from the latest Gartner research on the employee value proposition, talent management, and the future of work reinvented.

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Analyst Profile

Nick Jones

Distinguished VP Analyst

Roles and Responsibilities

Nick Jones's Recent Gartner Activity

Latest Research

On-Demand & Upcoming Webinars

Upcoming Gartner Events

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Previous Experience

Professional Background

Education

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