Chris H.
About Chris H.
Chris H. serves as the Associate Director of Software Quality at Epic Sciences in San Diego, where he has worked since 2013. With over 20 years of experience, he focuses on enhancing efficiency in regulated industries and specializes in integrating Agile and traditional Design Control methodologies.
Work at Epic Sciences
Chris H. has served as the Associate Director of Software Quality at Epic Sciences since 2013. In this role, he focuses on managing workflow and engaging team members to optimize resource usage while minimizing effort. His work emphasizes the importance of efficiency, particularly in regulated industries, to facilitate the delivery of socially transformative technology. Chris has been instrumental in shaping the software quality processes within the organization over his 11-year tenure.
Previous Experience at Cardinal Health
Before joining Epic Sciences, Chris H. worked at Cardinal Health as a Principal Software Quality Engineer from 2006 to 2009. During his three years there, he contributed to the development and enhancement of software quality practices. His experience at Cardinal Health helped him build a strong foundation in software quality management, which he later applied in his role at Epic Sciences.
Education and Expertise
Chris H. earned a Master's degree in Sociology from San Diego State University, where he studied from 1986 to 1994. His educational background provides him with a unique perspective on team dynamics and organizational behavior. With over 20 years of experience, he specializes in reconciling Agile and traditional Design Control methodologies, ensuring that software quality processes align with industry standards while remaining efficient.
Professional Philosophy
Chris H. advocates for the notion that compliance in software quality does not necessitate complexity or extensive tool sets. He believes in simplifying processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in regulated environments. His approach focuses on transforming software quality departments to better meet the needs of the industry while promoting a culture of continuous improvement.