Rob Johns
About Rob Johns
Rob Johns serves as the Director of Architecture at Travelport, where he has worked since 2002. He has played a significant role in various transformation initiatives and technical integrations within the company.
Work at Travelport
Rob Johns has served as the Director of Architecture at Travelport since 2002, accumulating over 22 years of experience in this role. He has played a pivotal role in assisting the business architecture team to define transformation plans aimed at achieving Travelport's strategic goals for 2020. His responsibilities have included leading the architecture for a comprehensive rebuild of the global portal strategy, which serves Travelport's agency and vendor community. Johns has also managed small agile project teams, ensuring effective collaboration across global locations.
Education and Expertise
Rob Johns studied Computer Science at the University of Southampton from 1997 to 2000, where he developed a strong foundation in technology and architecture. His educational background supports his extensive experience in the travel technology sector. Johns has conducted numerous due diligence activities to assess technical suitability, demonstrating his expertise in evaluating technology solutions. His proficiency extends to defining and implementing identity management solutions for Travelport's global community.
Background
Before joining Travelport, Rob Johns worked for two years at Orbitz/Ebookers as part of Travelport's acquisitions. His experience in this role included leading the redesign and rebuilding of core online applications at ebookers, which contributed to the company's business turnaround following the acquisition. Additionally, he assisted with the integration of GTA during its merger with ebookers, showcasing his capability in managing complex technical integrations.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Rob Johns has represented the Chief Information Officer at multiple corporate technical conferences, highlighting his involvement in industry discussions. He has engaged in numerous customer consultative engagements aimed at optimizing product usage and customization. Furthermore, Johns led the innovation technology team to introduce new methodologies and vendors, focusing on designing prototype software to explore market opportunities. He has also conducted technical training classes for both customers and internal teams, enhancing knowledge sharing within the organization.