David Aplin
About David Aplin
David Aplin is a Business Design Lead at Nationwide Building Society, where he has worked since 2018. He has extensive experience in business analysis and management across various industries, including logistics and corporate travel.
Work at Nationwide Building Society
David Aplin has been employed at Nationwide Building Society since 2016. He initially served as Lead Business Analyst from 2013 to 2016 before transitioning to his current role as Business Design Lead in 2018. His work is based in Swindon, United Kingdom. In his capacity as Business Design Lead, he develops roadmaps and backlogs that align with strategic business imperatives, particularly in the Wealth Management and Channels sectors.
Previous Employment History
David Aplin has a diverse employment history. He worked at Capita as Business Analyst Team Manager from 2011 to 2013. Prior to that, he spent six years at Wincanton as IT Product Manager from 2005 to 2011 and also held the position of Business Analyst Team Manager and Design Lead for the ERP Implementation Team from 2010 to 2011. His earlier experience includes roles at Lloyds TSB as Assistant Manager - Private Banking from 1988 to 2000, American Express Bank as Treasury Analyst from 2000 to 2002, and American Express Business Travel as Business Analyst from 2002 to 2004.
Education and Expertise
David Aplin studied at Clyst Vale Community College in Devon from 1978 to 1983. He has developed expertise in Business Process Management, utilizing Lean Six Sigma methodologies. Aplin is proficient in implementing Oracle ERP systems using a Waterfall-based Accenture methodology and employs Kanban Agile methodology and UML models for systems development.
Leadership and Team Management
David Aplin has significant experience in team leadership, having led teams ranging from 5 to 32 members. He advocates for personal development and skill sharing within teams to enhance overall performance. His leadership approach emphasizes collaboration and the alignment of team efforts with organizational goals.
Industry Experience
David Aplin has worked across various industries, including Corporate Travel, Logistics, and Emergency Services. His broad experience allows him to bring diverse perspectives to his roles, particularly in business analysis and design.