Kerry Harrison
About Kerry Harrison
Kerry Harrison is the Managing Director of Product and Programme Management at Thought Machine, where he has worked since 2023. He has extensive experience in business analysis and technology implementation, having held various senior roles in prominent financial institutions over the past two decades.
Current Role at Thought Machine
Kerry Harrison serves as the Managing Director of Product and Programme Management at Thought Machine since 2023. In this role, Harrison oversees the strategic direction and execution of product initiatives, ensuring alignment with the company's goals. Additionally, Harrison has been managing client services at Thought Machine since 2022, focusing on enhancing customer experiences and delivering effective solutions.
Previous Experience in Business Analysis
Harrison has extensive experience in business analysis, having worked at multiple financial institutions. At Northern Trust, Harrison served as a Senior Business Analyst from 2008 to 2013 and later as a Senior Business Process Analyst from 2007 to 2008. Harrison also held positions at Deutsche Bank and JP Morgan Chase, where responsibilities included analyzing complex business requirements and implementing effective solutions.
Expertise in Cloud and Machine Learning Technologies
Harrison possesses expertise in managing the complexities associated with implementing Cloud and Machine Learning technologies. This includes defining roadmaps for system re-engineering, re-platforming, and decommissioning. Harrison's proficiency in multivariate data analysis further supports the effective interpretation and mapping of data in these advanced technological environments.
Educational Background
Kerry Harrison studied at Bournemouth College, where they achieved a GNVQ Advanced in Business Studies from 1996 to 1998. This educational foundation provided a basis for a career in business analysis and technology management within the financial services sector.
Contributions to Banking Technology
Harrison has contributed to discussions on the benefits of open-box systems and smart contracts in banking technology. They authored a blog post addressing product development challenges, particularly the limitations of closed-box systems. Harrison has also explored the issues banks face with legacy systems and the necessity for innovation in product development.