Head of Emerging Technologies, International Standards
Darlington, United Kingdom
- Current
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- Head of Emerging Technologies at Orange / France Telecom
- IMS AG Delegate at IMTC International Multimedia Telecommunications Consortium
- Past
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- Strategic Advisor at Orange
- Project Manager, Multi Media at Orange
- Senior Imagineer at Orange
- International IT Consultant at Orange
- Head of IT at Orange
- Systems Analyst at Hutchison Telecom
- System Engineer at Hutchison Telecom
- System Operator at Hutchison Telecom
- Education
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- Queen Victoria School
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Ian Hay’s Summary
18+ years experience in telecommunications with a strong technical background, previously responsible for discovering new technology and bringing it to the attention of the large incumbent telco I work for, trying to change from within by bringing in new ideas and people/companies to the mix.
Expert in customer facing services, web as a platform, architecture of participation, you know, all that Web2.0 stuff but more about the core principles and not the hype.
Now looking at device middleware and how to improve the UI of mobile devices, as well as improve time to market
Ian Hay’s Specialties:
concept development, prototype development, business liaison, research & innovation, technology scouting & tracking.
Ian Hay’s Experience
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Head of Emerging Technologies
Orange / France Telecom
(Public Company; 10,001 or more employees; Telecommunications industry)
July 2007 — Present (1 year 3 months)
Continuation of the Strategic Advisor role but working in the International Standards and Industry Relationships team with a focus on tracking emerging industry trends that may affect the ongoing efforts of the wider standards team and FT as a whole. Provide analysis and propositions around new technology and bring to the business units. Attend relevant conferences and build business network to support
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IMS AG Delegate
IMTC International Multimedia Telecommunications Consortium
(Privately Held; 10,001 or more employees; Telecommunications industry)
2007 — Present (1 year)
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Strategic Advisor
Orange
(Public Company; 10,001 or more employees; Telecommunications industry)
January 2005 — June 2007 (2 years 6 months)
Part of a small, dedicated team reporting directly to the group CTO to provide analysis on technology trends and the potential impact on Orange. My area of responsibility covered Life Services (consumer focused, content based services) Taking weak signals derived from trends observed to product prototype and where applicable developing them in close conjunction with Corporate strategy to bring to market. Author white papers covering wider areas of interest to be studied
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Project Manager, Multi Media
Orange
(Public Company; 10,001 or more employees; Telecommunications industry)
July 2003 — December 2004 (1 year 6 months)
Responsible for developing new product ideas within the Research & Innovation function with a focus on Multi Media, customer experience and convergence. Establishing links with colleagues in related parts of the FT group to support the adoption of convergence ahead of the groups decision to focus on that direction
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Senior Imagineer
Orange
(Public Company; 10,001 or more employees; FTE; Telecommunications industry)
July 2002 — June 2003 (1 year)
Brought on board by the VP after successfully developing a music based 3G demo product that was shown at several shows such as 3GSM. Responsible for several new project ideas and which were developed to working prototype status using the fast track process developed while working in Sweden. Test new products with focus groups and large scale user trails to provide feedback for product iteration.
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International IT Consultant
Orange
(Public Company; 10,001 or more employees; FTE; Telecommunications industry)
January 2001 — June 2002 (1 year 6 months)
As part of the planned increase in Orange’s global footprint a dedicated support team was formed to allow a new business to be setup from scratch quickly and efficiently. My role was to provide the team with comprehensive IT support
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Head of IT
Orange
(Public Company; 10,001 or more employees; FTE; Telecommunications industry)
July 2001 — June 2002 (1 year)
Setup and provide a full IT system from initial network to all required office systems. Set up a local supply network that could benefit from the buying buyer of the group. Interview and employ a locally based IT team and manage training and induction to Orange
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Systems Analyst
Hutchison Telecom
(Public Company; 1001-5000 employees; Telecommunications industry)
January 1995 — December 2000 (6 years)
Design and implement new systems and upgrades. Work with 3rd party contractors to roll out new equipment. Focus on improving efficiency at all levels and increased cost savings.
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System Engineer
Hutchison Telecom
(Public Company; 1001-5000 employees; Telecommunications industry)
September 1993 — December 1994 (1 year 4 months)
Build, maintain and improve Unix and VAX/VMS systems to support several business areas. Roll out new systems and upgrades across the countrywide network
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System Operator
Hutchison Telecom
(Public Company; 1001-5000 employees; Telecommunications industry)
February 1990 — August 1993 (3 years 7 months)
Run the billing, tariffing and customer services platforms. Provide end user support for all systems
Ian Hay’s Education
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Queen Victoria School
English, French, Chemistry, Physics 1974 — 1984
- Activities and Societies:
- Sergeant in Combined Cadet Force (Air Force)
Jet Engine principles instructor.
Flight training at RAF Turnhouse
Trained Marksman
Additional Information
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Ian Hay’s Groups:
Mobile Mondays, IMS
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IP Multimedia Subsystem - IMS -
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International Multimedia Telecommunication Consortium (IMTC) -
The Thinking Digital Conference
Ian Hay’s Contact Settings
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