Stefaan De Tavernier
About Stefaan De Tavernier
Stefaan De Tavernier serves as the Vice President of IT Services EMEA & APAC at Descartes Systems Group, where he has worked since 2010. He has over 20 years of experience in IT management and governance, with a strong background in data analysis, cloud enablement, and IT financial management.
Current Role at Descartes Systems Group
Stefaan De Tavernier serves as the Vice President of IT Services for the EMEA and APAC regions at Descartes Systems Group. He has held this position since 2010, contributing to the company's operations from Ghent, Belgium. In this role, he focuses on IT management and governance, leveraging over 20 years of experience in the field.
Previous Experience in IT Consulting
Before joining Descartes Systems Group, Stefaan De Tavernier accumulated significant experience in IT consulting. He worked at HP Consulting as a Technical Consultant from 1998 to 2001. Additionally, he served as a System Integration Engineer at MCI-Worldcom from 1996 to 1998 and as a Senior Consultant at LogicaCMG from 2001 to 2004. His roles involved various aspects of IT services and system integration.
Expertise in Cloud Enablement and IT Audits
Stefaan De Tavernier possesses expertise in cloud enablement and migrations, particularly with Microsoft Azure and Office 365. He is also skilled in conducting SOX, SOC, and ISO audits, which are critical for ensuring compliance and governance in IT operations. His knowledge extends to IT Financial Management and ITIL practices.
Educational Background
Stefaan De Tavernier studied at VHTI in Kortrijk, where he focused on ICT and was awarded for having the 'Best thesis of the year' from 1989 to 1991. He also attended Sancta Maria in Ronse. His educational background has provided a strong foundation for his extensive career in IT management.
Career Timeline and Roles
Stefaan De Tavernier has over 20 years of experience in various IT roles. He began his career as an Application Developer at Belgacom from 1994 to 1996, followed by positions at MCI-Worldcom, LogicaCMG, and Porthus, where he served as Managed Services Director from 2004 to 2010. His diverse roles have contributed to his comprehensive understanding of IT management and governance.