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Daniel Sun
VP Analyst
Dr. Daniel Sun serves as a VP Analyst on the ETT Innovation & Futures team and is the Greater China Regional Lead for research. His primary research areas include AI/GenAI/Agentic AI, digital transformation, business models, digital ecosystems, composable platforms, and operating models. Dr. Sun primarily engages with C-level clients, allocating 50% of his time to CIOs and the remainder to business leaders, including CEOs, COOs, and CFOs, from both technology vendors and adopters.
Previous experience
Prior to Gartner, He worked as the digital transformation expert in SAP, head of consulting in IDC, and Country General Manager in B2B International. He has also got several year's experience in AI software development. His doctoral study explores how big data analytics capabilities can drive value proposition innovation and ultimately improve business performance in Financial Industries.
Professional background
B2B International, China General Manager, 3 years
IDC, Head of Consulting, Associate Vice President, 4 years
SAP, Industry Digital Transformation Expert, 1 years
Areas of coverage
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Artificial Intelligence
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Emerging Technologies and Trends Impact on Products and Services
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Digital Technology Leadership for CIOs in China
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Generative AI Resource Center
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Digital Leadership (For ELKI Entitlements Only)
Education
Doctor in Business Administration - DBA, Universite Paris Dauphine - PSL
M.B.A., Alliance Manchester Business School
Masters in Software Engineering, Tianjin University
Bachelors in Computer Science, Tianjin University
Top Issues That I Help Clients Address
How to build an AI strategy and integrate GenAI's impact into business models and innovation ecosystems effectively?
How to scale and democratize AI innovation? How to use micro innovations to to accelerate digital transformation?
How to create effective digital transformation strategies and implement best practices for success?
How to build and optimize digital foundations/platforms for enabling digital innovations?
How to optimize IT organization design, including setting up fusion teams, creating digital spinoffs, and improving IT operating models?