Derek Quek
About Derek Quek
Derek Quek is a Technology Evangelist and Senior Project Manager at SITA, where he has worked since 2014. He specializes in emerging technologies for the air transport sector, leading innovation projects and engaging in industry adoption initiatives.
Work at SITA
Derek Quek has been employed at SITA since 2014, serving as a Technology Evangelist and Senior Project Manager. His role involves incubating ideas and solutions to promote the adoption of emerging technologies within the air transport sector. He leads strategic research development projects at SITA Lab, focusing on innovation initiatives. Additionally, he engages in setting up and demonstrating exhibition centers and live demonstrations aimed at executive and press engagement. His work includes significant projects such as artificial intelligence flight prediction and next-generation baggage tracking.
Education and Expertise
Derek Quek has a diverse educational background. He studied at The Leys School, where he completed his Sixth Form / A-levels from 1989 to 1991. He also attended Imperial College London, earning a BEng in Information Systems Engineering from 1993 to 1996. Prior to that, he completed his primary education through O-levels at Anglo Chinese School from 1979 to 1988. This educational foundation supports his expertise in technology and project management within the air transport industry.
Background
Before joining SITA, Derek Quek worked at the Infocomm Development Authority of Singapore as an Assistant Director in the Government Innovation Office from 2008 to 2014. His earlier experience includes an 11-year tenure at Hewlett-Packard as a Solution Architect from 1997 to 2008. This background in both government and private sectors has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of technology implementation and innovation in various contexts.
Achievements
Derek Quek has contributed to several key projects in the air transport sector, including the development of passenger biometrics identity management platforms. His involvement in incubating ideas and solutions has stimulated industry adoption of emerging technologies. He has played a significant role in leading innovation initiatives at SITA Lab, focusing on strategic research development projects that aim to enhance the air transport industry.