As organizations increasingly turn to data and AI to gain a competitive edge, many find their legacy applications and off-the-shelf (COTS) solutions hinder innovation. This tech talk explores how businesses can unlock the potential of these legacy systems, transitioning them to modern data architectures that support AI and advanced analytics. The discussion will address challenges in data integration, architecture modernization, and the role of hybrid solutions in bridging old and new technologies.
Key Takeaways
- The Evolution from Legacy to Modern Data Platforms.
- Enable AI and Real-Time Analytics
- Data Integration as a Foundation
- Iterative and Adaptive Modernization
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Bio
Shashank Handa- Enterprise Architect | Civil Aviation Authority | New Zealand
Strategic, results-driven Enterprise Architect with 18+ years of experience aligning business and technology for impactful, secure, and scalable enterprise solutions. Proven expertise in guiding organizations to achieve business objectives through robust architecture frameworks, effective technology solutions, and strong leadership in government and corporate sectors. Highly skilled in cross functional collaboration, with the agility to balance emergent design with intentional architecture across hybrid delivery models.
Shashank comes with a unique experience of software engineering and Architecture in Product Based Companies, worked on end-to end successful implementations of the product line in the consulting role and
currently working with key government organizations.
Shashank is currently working as an Enterprise Architect with Civil Aviation Authority responsible for the key projects assisting in shaping New Zealand Aviation. Prior to this, he was a part of the Technology Leadership team and served as chair of the Architecture Review Board at the NZ Parliamentary Service. Before Parliamentary Service, Shashank has worked with Consulting organisations and Product based Organizations such as Oracle, Intuit and BEA Systems.
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Shashank Handa- Enterprise Architect | Civil Aviation Authority | New Zealand