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Emil Berthelsen
VP Analyst, KI Leader/Chief of Research
Emil Berthelsen stands at the forefront of high-tech innovation, empowering leading providers and enterprise end-users to capitalize on emerging technologies and business trends in AI and IoT. With a sharp focus on Product Management, Emil addresses the complex challenges and strategic priorities facing Chief Product Officers and Product Officers, who must navigate relentless innovation, evolving buyer dynamics, and the imperative to drive data-centric decision-making.
As AI, connected assets, and digital transformation continue to define mission-critical agendas for Gartner clients, Emil delivers actionable insights and authoritative research that tackle core issues such as AI Asymmetry, the transformative impact of AI on product management processes and portfolios, and the optimal deployment of enabling technologies like IoT, Edge, and industrial data management.
In his role as Chief of Research for Tech Product Management, Emil is a recognized thought leader, shaping Gartner’s research for Chief Product Officers and Product Management executives. He drives bold, pragmatic discourse on high-tech provider strategies, market differentiation, competitive intelligence, shifting buyer behaviors, and effective go-to-market execution for product launches and positioning. Emil is a trusted source of expertise in industrial IoT platforms and industrial data management, delivering the strategic vision and operational clarity required for sustained competitive advantage.
Previous experience
Before joining Gartner, Emil distinguished himself at Machina Research, a premier global research and consulting firm specializing in M2M, IoT, and Big Data. He brings a robust track record as an international management consultant, having delivered results for Proudfoot, BT Consulting, and KPMG Consulting across a spectrum of industries, with a strong emphasis on emerging technology and telecommunications.
Emil's expertise spans industry analyst research, executive management, business and strategy consulting, IT value-added reseller leadership, and comprehensive market analysis. He has provided global advisory and thought leadership on M2M, IoT, and Product Management, guiding clients through complex technological landscapes. An accomplished author, he has published a broad range of highly impactful Research Notes, numerous external articles, and co-authored "The Future of IoT: Leveraging the Shift to a Data-Cnetric World," and is a sought-after speaker, chair, and moderator at leading industry conferences worldwide. Emil's proven leadership and deep industry insights continue to shape the future of technology and business strategy on a global scale.
Professional background
Analysys Mason, Manager, 2 years
BT Consulting, Principal Consultant, 5 years
Machina Research, Principal Analyst, 4 years
Areas of coverage
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Advance Product and Services Strategy
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Lead With Product Management Excellence
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Craft World-Class Product Strategies
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Technology Market Essentials
Education
MPhil in International Relations, University of Cambridge
BA Honours in International Relations, University of Sussex
Top Issues That I Help Clients Address
IoT Service Providers
Industrial and Commercial IoT (Magic Quadrant for IIoT platforms)
Predictive Maintenance
Product Leadership and Management
Edge and IoT