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Daniel Sun
VP Analyst
Dr. Daniel Sun is a VP Analyst on the Innovation & Emerging Technology Leadership team and serves as the Greater China Regional Lead for research. He specializes in analyzing the strategic impact of emerging technologies on business models and value creation. His primary research areas include AI-native trends, AI/GenAI/Agentic AI, AI ROI, AI strategy, AI and digital transformation, business models, digital ecosystems, composable platforms, operating models, and IT organizational design. Dr. Sun collaborates closely with leading technology vendors to explore the latest technology solutions for end users. He primarily engages with C-level clients, dedicating 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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Emerging Technologies and Trends Impact on Products and Services
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China CIO
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AI Strategy and Business Transformation
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?