Darrell Cook
About Darrell Cook
Darrell Cook is the Director of Application Services at Yale University, where he manages the Workday tenant management strategy and serves as the Technical Workstream Lead for the Workday initiative. He has over 16 years of experience in project management from his previous role at CIGNA and holds a Master's degree in Computer Science from Rensselaer.
Work at Yale University
Darrell Cook has served as the Director of Application Services at Yale University since 2013. In this role, he is responsible for managing Yale's Workday tenant management strategy and performance. He plays a crucial part in the university's Workday initiative, acting as the Technical Workstream Lead. His responsibilities include overseeing data conversion and integration efforts during the transition from Yale's previous ERP system to Workday. Cook also leads a team focused on building enterprise services using a Service Oriented Architecture (SOA) approach, which enhances reusability and efficiency in application strategy.
Education and Expertise
Darrell Cook holds a Master's degree in Computer Science from Rensselaer, where he studied from 2000 to 2003. Prior to this, he completed a Bachelor's degree at Bryant University from 1993 to 1997. His educational background provides a strong foundation in technology and application services, contributing to his expertise in managing complex systems and leading significant projects in higher education.
Background
Before joining Yale University, Darrell Cook worked at CIGNA for 16 years, from 1997 to 2013, where he held the position of Project Management Director. His experience in project management at CIGNA equipped him with skills in overseeing large-scale initiatives and managing teams effectively. This background has been instrumental in his current role at Yale, where he applies his extensive knowledge to enhance application services.
Achievements
In his role at Yale University, Darrell Cook has played a key role in providing sustainable technology solutions through application strategy and roadmap planning. His leadership in the Workday initiative has been significant in ensuring a smooth transition to the new ERP system. By overseeing a dedicated team, he has contributed to the development of enterprise services that leverage a Service Oriented Architecture (SOA) approach, resulting in improved efficiency and reusability.