Nexer names Gareth Mitchell-Jones UK Data & AI Lead

Nexer Enterprise Applications has appointed Gareth Mitchell-Jones as the UK's Head of Data and AI.

Mitchell-Jones, a senior data professional, will lead Nexer's expanding data practice, focusing on helping customers extract greater value from their Microsoft Dynamics 365, Power Platform, and Copilot investments.

With 27 years of experience across the UK and the international data landscape, Mitchell-Jones brings expertise in data strategy, architecture, platforms, operational analytics, and generative AI.

His responsibilities will include developing solutions to improve data availability, cross-enterprise integration, and evidence-based decision-making for clients. These solutions are expected to span Azure, Microsoft Fabric, Databricks, Snowflake, and hybrid cloud environments.

Addressing the shift in business focus towards data-driven approaches, Gareth Mitchell-Jones said, "Today's businesses are increasingly realising that long-term competitiveness involves harnessing the power of data and putting AI to work today - not later down the line. From predicting maintenance requirements in manufacturing to ensuring the readiness of stock in retailers' warehouses, data-driven intelligence is fast becoming a baseline for growth."

He continued, "In response, Nexer is seeing a real appetite from businesses to move beyond pilot projects, take the leap, and embed data and AI at the core of business operations. Nexer's global scale, longstanding relationship with Microsoft, and culture of providing genuine care for clients create the ideal platform to meet that demand. I'm looking forward to working with the Nexer team to help organisations embrace data and AI to drive efficiency, growth, and long-term innovation."

Under his leadership, Nexer Enterprise Applications' data and AI offering will build upon the wider Nexer Group's capabilities in modern data platforms, data management, governance, and insight.

Colin Crow, Managing Director at Nexer Enterprise Applications, commented on Mitchell-Jones's appointment, stating, "Client demand for trustworthy, production-ready data and AI solutions has grown exponentially in the past couple of years. Gareth's blend of deep technical knowledge and real-world execution experience will play a key role in helping our customers turn strategic ambitions into measurable outcomes. His appointment underlines our commitment to investing in the people and capabilities required to keep clients at the forefront of innovation - meeting them wherever they are on their data journeys."

Nexer Enterprise Applications supports manufacturing, field service, wholesale distribution, construction, retail, and fashion businesses. Its product lines include Microsoft Dynamics 365, Internet of Things, AI, Business Intelligence, Connected Field Service, the Smart Office, and Smart Retail.