Mark Holbrook
About Mark Holbrook
Mark Holbrook is a Business Unit Operations Manager at Brock Solutions, with extensive experience in transportation and logistics software development and project management. He has a strong background in managing complex automation projects and interacting with high-level executives across various sectors.
Current Role at Brock Solutions
Mark Holbrook serves as the Business Unit Operations Manager at Brock Solutions since 2019. In this role, he manages operations and oversees business unit performance, ensuring alignment with company objectives. His responsibilities include interacting with high-level executives, such as CEOs and VPs, acting as the main point of contact for key accounts. This position allows him to leverage his extensive experience in transportation and logistics to drive operational efficiency and client satisfaction.
Previous Experience at Brock Solutions
Mark Holbrook has held multiple positions at Brock Solutions, contributing significantly to the company's operations. He worked as a Transportation & Logistics Software Developer from 2000 to 2004, focusing on airport baggage handling and warehousing logistics. He later served as a Project Manager from 2005 to 2010, overseeing technical developments in automation controls. From 2011 to 2016, he was the Key Account Client Leader, managing projects with substantial budgets and leading distributed teams. His role as SmartSort Product Manager from 2016 to 2019 involved the development of sortation software.
Education and Academic Background
Mark Holbrook studied at the University of Waterloo, where he earned a Bachelor of Mathematics (BMath) degree, specializing in Mathematics and Computer Science from 1995 to 2000. He also attended Queen's University for a year, obtaining a Bachelor of Education (BEd) degree in 1999. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in software development and project management within the logistics sector.
Project Management and Technical Expertise
Mark Holbrook has extensive experience in managing projects related to complex conveyor systems for airport baggage handling and warehousing logistics. He specializes in high-speed sortation systems and automated storage and retrieval systems. His technical expertise includes managing real-time automation controls and software transformation programs. He has overseen technical developments involving PLCs, HMIs, and communication protocols, ensuring successful project execution and compliance with regulatory agencies such as TSA and CATSA.
Contributions to SmartSort Software Development
Mark Holbrook played a key role in the development of Brock Solutions' SmartSort sortation software. His contributions include applications such as SAC, MIS, MDS, and FIDS, which enhance operational efficiency in logistics. His vendor-neutral technical focus incorporates various technologies, including Siemens, Rockwell, and Schneider, showcasing his ability to adapt to diverse technical environments and requirements.