Independent IT Review in London

Independent IT Review support in London, delivered by Richard J. Keenlyside - a senior technology operator with three decades of board-level leadership across UK and international businesses. London concentrates the UK's financial services, retail HQs, professional services and PE-backed mid-market - the densest fractional executive market in Europe.

Sectors typically served in London

How the engagement works

On-site days in central London by arrangement (typically weekly to fortnightly), with the rest of the engagement run remotely and by phone.

Travel and on-site: Easy access from anywhere on the UK mainline rail network. In-person availability typically 1–2 days per week for London engagements.

Genuine experience anchor

Multiple London-headquartered engagements over the past two decades - including senior IT leadership at Sainsbury's (Holborn), and Group CIO roles at Mothercare, GAME, GameStation and FitFlop, all London-area businesses.

Who this is for

Boards, investors, audit committees or new CEOs who need a credible second opinion on IT strategy, risk, spend or delivery - especially around investment cases, post-acquisition diligence, or after a major incident.

Typical outcomes

Frequently asked questions

How is the Independent IT Review engagement structured in London?

On-site days in central London by arrangement (typically weekly to fortnightly), with the rest of the engagement run remotely and by phone.

What experience do you bring to Independent IT Review work in London?

Multiple London-headquartered engagements over the past two decades - including senior IT leadership at Sainsbury's (Holborn), and Group CIO roles at Mothercare, GAME, GameStation and FitFlop, all London-area businesses.

Who is this Independent IT Review service typically for?

Boards, investors, audit committees or new CEOs who need a credible second opinion on IT strategy, risk, spend or delivery - especially around investment cases, post-acquisition diligence, or after a major incident.

What does a typical Independent IT Review engagement deliver?

Most Independent IT Review engagements run for an initial 90-day discovery period followed by an ongoing leadership cadence. Typical outcomes include: An independent view of where the IT function genuinely stands; A prioritised list of risks, gaps and quick wins with cost ranges; Clarity on whether the right team and partners are in place; A document you can act on - and share with stakeholders.

How do travel and on-site days work for London?

Easy access from anywhere on the UK mainline rail network. In-person availability typically 1–2 days per week for London engagements.

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