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Craig Wallace
Global Head - Strategic Offerings & Partnerships at CGI
Craig Wallace is a seasoned executive with extensive experience in digital transformation and emerging technologies. As the Global Head of Strategic Offerings & Partnerships at CGI, he is responsible for bringing together CGI's global digital transformation point of view, solutions, and services portfolio.12
Professional Background
Craig has over three decades of transformation expertise, providing portfolio management, thought leadership, and support for clients' digital transformation journeys.1 His role at CGI involves:
- Leading the global Emerging Technology practice
- Advising international executives on Agile Business, Innovation, Digital Transformation, and emerging technology
- Overseeing Digital Transformation, Emerging Technologies, and Global Partner Ecosystem2
Previous Experience
Before joining CGI, Craig held several notable positions:
- Group CIO for FirstGroup, where he drove digitalization of cross-channel customer experience
- Senior roles in various sectors including fast-moving consumer goods, manufacturing, oil and gas, financial services, high tech, and transportation
- Worked across North America, Southern Europe, South Africa, and the Middle East1
Education
Craig's educational background includes:
- Strategy and organization degree from Stanford Graduate School of Business
- Attended the Kelley School of Business
- Studied at the Institute of Management Development business school1
Approach to Digital Transformation
Craig emphasizes the importance of:
- Building ecosystems to accelerate change
- Moving from predicting and planning to sensing and responding
- Connecting strategy, operating model, and execution
- Recognizing the strategic role of partners and ecosystems in driving innovation and value3
In his work, Craig utilizes tools like SharpCloud to facilitate better dialogue, discussion, and outcomes in digital transformation projects, helping organizations make more informed decisions quickly.4