Infor, a Koch company and a leading cloud software provider, has acquired Albanero. Founded with the mission to innovate data management, Albanero has addressed the longstanding challenges organizations face with data harmonization, cleaning, mastering (de-duplication), and governance. Traditional centralized data management techniques have often failed, resulting in complex integration issues.With the advent of Data Mesh architectural design patterns, managing data at the source has become possible, empowering data owners within organizations to oversee their data enterprise-wide. Our team at Albanero has developed a no-code microservice data mesh platform that facilitates comprehensive data management across the enterprise.After the acquisition of the company I co-founded, I am now leading the new data business unit at Infor, dedicated to providing world-class data solutions to Infor customers.

Who are we?alba means “white” in Latin.nero means “black” in Italian.The world’s vison is not always viewed in “black and white”, but the goal of albanero is to bring clarity to a problem and solve it with clear, concise, state-of-the-art technology applied with a purpose.We are a team of technology visionaries who are passionate about deploying innovative, advanced technology to solve the most challenging enterprise business problems. Our team members are veterans who have guided companies through the development of enterprise strategies ranging from topics such as AI, Data Analytics, Enterprise Architecture, Emerging Technologies, Blockchain, and the IoT (Internet of Things). Advanced technology talent is difficult to find and even more challenging to trust. That is where we come in. We bring “the knowledge of the whole”, rather than a bus of individual contributors.Albanero was acquired by Infor July 2024.https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/infor-acquires-acumen-and-albanero-302194742.html

The management of energy and water is pivotal in shaping this century. Through the strategic application of knowledge and technology, Itron is set to foster a more resourceful world by enhancing the innovation and efficiency of our utility partners.As the leader of Itron's Software and Services organization, my objective is to build on our robust solutions for electricity, gas, and water, and to pioneer new ways to achieve real business outcomes for our customers. This will be achieved by seamlessly integrating cutting-edge software and services into existing utility business models, augmented by Itron's extensive industry expertise.With 23 years of experience in the technology sector, where I've consistently implemented forefront solutions, joining Itron has provided me the opportunity to further this trajectory, supported by the industry's most skilled and perceptive team. Unlike some competitors who attempt to mold utility needs to fit their existing technologies, Itron deeply understands the utility sector, positioning us as a trusted partner capable of addressing comprehensive operational needs. Through a strategic focus on the right software and services, Itron empowers our customers to maximize their resources, ensuring they are as resourceful as possible.

Mr. Douglas led Ciber’s North America division, overseeing more than 3,000 consultants across the U.S. and Canada. He was responsible for the full P&L of the division, encompassing all functions including sales, operations, and delivery. Upon his arrival, Ciber was burdened with over $100 million in US debt, declining revenues, and negative profits.Ciber was experiencing a transformation crisis, with a scattered focus across numerous solutions and multiple P&Ls. Mr. Douglas streamlined the solutions portfolio from over 40 practices with hundreds of solutions to 6 focused practices. He also implemented a phased reduction and transformation of the P&Ls. Initially, Ciber operated under a branch model with over 38 branches in North America, lacking cohesive corporate governance and processes. Mr. Douglas transitioned this to a market model with 5 main markets (North East, South East, Central, West, and State and Local). He further evolved this to a practice-based model, where the 6 practices (Oracle, Infor, SAP, Business Consulting, ADM, and Managed Services) held P&L responsibilities, rolling up to Mr. Douglas for the North America P&L of approximately $500 million.Under his leadership, standardized sales, delivery teams, and processes were established across North America. Mr. Douglas also implemented standardized procedures for recruiting, onboarding, training, bid review, deal review, red project review, deal loss, and more.These actions transformed Ciber’s North America business into a profitable, revenue-growing engine. Profitability improved from negative to over 10% EBITA, and revenue growth, stagnant for seven years, began to consistently increase quarter over quarter in 2014.

As a founding partner of 3|SHARE, a premier Adobe Systems Solution Partner and leading service provider of Adobe Digital Marketing Cloud technologies, I played a key role in funding and advising the startup, driving strategies to boost revenue and profitability.What sets 3|SHARE apart from other consulting firms is our team of highly skilled consultants, innovative technologies, and an unwavering commitment to customer success. Based in Carlsbad, CA, 3|SHARE specializes in Adobe Digital Marketing Expert Services, Deployments, Training, and Remote Operations Management for AEM across North America.In October 2014, 3|SHARE proudly joined the Publicis Groupe Family, marking a significant milestone in our journey.For more information, visit 3|SHARE.

Migrated Sun's Professional Services group to Oracle's ACS group. Then enjoyed Sun's change of control exit package and took some time off.

Bruce Douglas served as the Vice President of Global Professional Services (PS) at Sun Microsystems, Inc., where he leveraged over 18 years of technology and business expertise to expand the Professional & Managed Services business worldwide. His team delivered solutions based on Sun’s Storage, Systems, and Software product lines to global customers.In this role, Mr. Douglas managed a $1 billion P&L spanning over 160 countries, with a workforce of more than 1,700 employees and 5,000 partner resources. Under his leadership, Sun's Professional Services transitioned from a negative contribution margin to achieving a high 20% margin while also driving revenue growth.Reflecting on his experience, Mr. Douglas stated, "My tenure at Sun was a tremendous growth experience. Coming from a background in start-ups, Sun provided me with the invaluable opportunity to work in the global matrix environment of a large company. Unifying Sun's global Professional Services sales and delivery teams into a profitable, standardized solution group was an incredibly rewarding experience."

Mr. Douglas was the co-founder, president, and CEO of Neogent, where he assembled a seasoned team of experts and spearheaded the company’s growth, securing an impressive client base among Fortune 1000 companies. Under his leadership, Neogent became a thought leader in corporate and government security solutions innovation.Mr. Douglas guided the development of rapid, repeatable IP solutions that enhanced clients' compliance, security, and access control, while also improving reporting and transparency and reducing costs. In October 2006, Mr. Douglas successfully negotiated and sold Neogent to Sun Microsystems.