Patrick Yates
About Patrick Yates
Patrick Yates is the Director of Managed Applications at Descartes Systems Group, where he has worked since 2019. He has over two decades of experience in IT leadership roles across various companies, including OnX Enterprise Solutions and Metafore.
Work at Descartes Systems Group
Patrick Yates serves as the Director of Managed Applications at Descartes Systems Group, a role he has held since 2019. In this position, he manages a North American team of 25 professionals. His responsibilities include overseeing Implementation and Maintenance Services, Desktop Support, Linux and Windows Server Teams, as well as Change Management and Audits. His leadership focuses on enhancing operational efficiency and ensuring the effective delivery of managed application services.
Previous Experience in IT Management
Before joining Descartes Systems Group, Patrick Yates held several key positions in IT management. He worked at OnX Enterprise Solutions as Director of IT from 2011 to 2017, and prior to that, he served as Director of Information Technology Services at Metafore from 2001 to 2006. He also held the role of Director of IT Operations at CBTS from 2017 to 2019 and Director of ICT Infrastructure at Hartco from 2007 to 2011. His extensive experience spans over two decades in various IT leadership roles.
Education and Expertise
Patrick Yates studied at Wilfrid Laurier University, where he earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) from 1987 to 1991. His educational background supports his expertise in strategic and operational planning, particularly in relation to IT infrastructure initiatives. He actively engages in continual training to remain informed about technology trends and advancements, which enhances his effectiveness in his current role.
Leadership and Community Involvement
In addition to his professional roles, Patrick Yates is the volunteer chair of the Senior IT Leaders Peer2Peer group with Communitech. This involvement reflects his commitment to fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing among IT leaders in the community. His leadership in this group demonstrates his dedication to the development of the IT sector and the sharing of best practices.
Career Timeline
Patrick Yates has a diverse career in IT management, beginning as Director of Integration Services at MicroAge from 1993 to 2001 for eight years. He then transitioned to Metafore, where he worked for five years, followed by four years at Hartco. After that, he served two years at CBTS before his current role at Descartes Systems Group. His career reflects a steady progression through various leadership positions in the IT industry.