Jeff Comport is a top-notch software professional with an impressive career spanning several decades. He has worked in various high-level positions and has gained a wide range of experiences in strategy, design, development, packaging, implementation, and marketing of software products. Jeff has also advised the largest businesses, governments, and software providers worldwide. He is a gifted communicator and can distill complex problems into their essence, making him an expert in bringing new technology to the market. His background in economics has played a crucial role in his success. Jeff is currently the Principal at Jeff Comport Advisory Services, and his previous roles include SVP Marketing & Product Management at Lawson Software, Vice President Distinguished Analyst at Gartner, Vice President Research Fellow at Gartner, and Research Director, Research VP at Gartner, among many others. His specialties include market competition, software architecture, technology, topology, integration platforms, system management, and product design. Jeff has an MA in Economics and a BA Economics, minor Biology, both from UC San Diego.