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Technology decisions through a business lens.

Selected published commentary and executive coverage on AI, infrastructure and transformation.

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Explore technology decisions through three connected lenses: AI value, Platform readiness and Digital Workplace adoption. The goal is to connect emerging capabilities with practical business priorities.

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Forbes · Expert commentary · December 17, 2025

AI’s demands on aging infrastructure

Quoted by Heather Wishart-Smith on how AI is changing infrastructure requirements and why modernization demands organizational leadership.

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FedScoop · Contributed article · August 11, 2025

AI and cloud transformation in government

Co-authored with Brent Lazarenko, exploring how cloud modernization, AI adoption and secure infrastructure can support public-sector outcomes.

Technology leadership for AI-led growth

NWN’s announcement of Dean’s appointment as Chief Technology Officer, highlighting his experience in managed services, product development and enterprise transformation.

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Digital Employee Experience (DEX) and AI at NWN

In a July 2025 interview featured by NWN, Dean discussed DEX technologies and strategies and the role of AI in the workplace.

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