David Wong
About David Wong
David Wong serves as the IT Operations and Infrastructure Manager for Asia at The Economist, where he has worked since 2016. He has extensive experience in IT management, having previously held various roles at Shell and successfully transformed IT support services across multiple countries.
Work at The Economist
David Wong has served as the IT Operations and Infrastructure Manager for Asia at The Economist since 2016. In this role, he has been responsible for transforming the service model for IT support at fuel filling stations across eight countries, impacting over 5,000 sites. His leadership has been instrumental in enhancing IT operations within the organization.
Previous Experience at Shell
Prior to his current role, David Wong worked at Shell for over a decade in various IT management positions. He held the role of IT Manager at Shell Business Operations from 2010 to 2016. Before that, he served as the Regional Business Telecoms Manager for Asia-Pacific & Middle-East from 2004 to 2009, and as the Regional Retail IT Infrastructure & Operations Manager for APME from 2001 to 2004. His tenure at Shell involved managing IT vendors and ensuring compliance with operational standards.
Education and Expertise
David Wong earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science from The Chinese University of Hong Kong, where he studied from 1986 to 1990. His educational background has provided him with a strong foundation in IT and management, enabling him to lead significant IT initiatives throughout his career.
Achievements in IT Management
Throughout his career, David Wong has achieved multimillion-dollar savings by leading large-scale strategic IT initiatives with substantial budgets. He has been accountable for the IT management of a Global In-house Service Centre network, supporting over 10,000 users across six countries, with an annual IT operating budget exceeding USD 40 million. His participation in the review and due diligence team for a major Global Infrastructure Outsourcing Program, valued at over USD 4.5 billion, further highlights his expertise in IT management.
IT Infrastructure Development in China
David Wong played a key role in establishing an IT organization structure in China from the ground up. He successfully implemented ERP systems in multiple joint ventures, tailoring the IT infrastructure to meet specific business needs. His contributions have significantly impacted the operational efficiency of these ventures.