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Christopher Holmes

Research Director, Manufacturing Insights Asia/Pacific

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Christopher Holmes is a Research Director for Manufacturing Insights in Asia/Pacific and is responsible for driving the overall direction of the manufacturing research in the region. Chris has over 16 years of experience in manufacturing, from research and development management, through new product development, to shop floor experience.

Prior to joining IDC, Chris pioneered the development and implementation of the operation and technology roadmapping (OTR) program while working for Singapore Institute of Manufacturing Technology (SIMTech), part of the Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A-Star) in Singapore. He has led over 50 roadmaps helping Singapore-based manufacturing companies develop plans to enable their decision making process in the development and acquisition of new operations technology and product development plans.

Before relocating to Singapore, Chris worked in the aerospace sector in the UK, initially as a research engineer leading projects to reduce lead time in aero-engine overhaul, and then working towards his doctorate aiding a first-tier aerospace supplier to speed up its new product development process.

Chris has written many articles and given many lectures in the areas of technology management and product development. He is a certified professional facilitator (CPF) by the International Association of Facilitators (IAF).

Chris holds a Doctor of Engineering (EngD) degree from Warwick University, UK. This was completed while working in industry and as part of the Warwick Manufacturing Group. He holds a Master of Philosophy (MPhil) degree from the University of Glamorgan, UK, again, completed while working in industry and a Bachelor of Science degree from The City of Birmingham Polytechnic, UK.

Research Authored by Christopher Holmes

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North America Supply Chain Innovation: Driving IT Investments to Support the Business
Kimberly Knickle, Simon Ellis, Pierfrancesco Manenti, Christopher Holmes
October, 2007 - Doc # MI208941 Strategy
This Manufacturing Insights report presents the regional analysis of 250 North American respondents in our worldwide survey of more than 800 manufacturers and retailers. The results provide insight on...