Tom Hardin
About Tom Hardin
Tom Hardin serves as the Director of IT Business Services at Harley-Davidson Motor Company, a position he has held since 2020. He has extensive experience in various roles within the company, including Chief Technology Officer and Director of ERP Program Delivery, and has contributed significantly to technology advancements in the organization.
Current Role at Harley-Davidson
Tom Hardin serves as the Director of IT Business Services at Harley-Davidson Motor Company, a position he has held since 2020. He works remotely and has been instrumental in overseeing various IT initiatives that support the company's operations. In addition to this role, he is also the Chief Information Officer at Harley-Davidson Financial Services, a position he assumed in 2022.
Previous Positions at Harley-Davidson
Tom Hardin has a long history with Harley-Davidson Motor Company, having worked in several key roles. He was the Director, Principal Architect from 2006 to 2012, and later served as the Director of ERP Program Delivery from 2012 to 2016. He also held the position of Chief Technology Officer from 2016 to 2020, where he led significant technological advancements within the company.
Education and Certifications
Tom Hardin studied at Waukesha County Technical College, where he achieved an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification in 2003. He furthered his education at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, focusing on Management Information Systems. Additionally, he studied Computer Science at Carnegie Mellon University and earned the Certified Enterprise Architect (CEA) designation.
Key Contributions and Projects
Tom Hardin developed the first consumer mobile connected platform for Harley-Davidson motorcycles, which includes features for stolen vehicle detection and tracking. He also oversaw IT Plant Operations teams across five plants in the USA and Thailand. His leadership in transforming Harley-Davidson into an Agile organization has enhanced operational efficiency and reduced costs.
Innovations in Data and Analytics
During his tenure, Tom Hardin implemented self-service data and analytics platforms. His team received recognition from IBM for their achievements in Artificial Intelligence, showcasing the innovative approaches taken under his guidance to leverage technology for business improvement.