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Krishnan Chandrasekharan, IT Director, IQVIA
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Krishnan Chandrasekharan

IT Director IQVIA

Krishnan is an experienced IT Director with over 18 years at IQVIA, where he’s had the privilege of leading transformative initiatives in the life sciences sector. Krishnan’s passion lies at the intersection of technology and strategy, and he specializes in Data Science, Data Governance, AI Governance and Business Intelligence.

Krishnan is TOGAF 9 certified and has advanced certifications in Databricks and Unity CatLog, which support his work in building scalable, secure and intelligent data ecosystems. Over the years, he’s led cross-functional teams to deliver impactful solutions, including the development of an AI Agentic Framework that has enhanced internal operations and decision-making capabilities.

Innovation and transformation are at the heart of what Krishnan does. He thrives on identifying opportunities where emerging technologies can drive measurable business value. Whether it’s implementing AI solutions, refining data governance models, or aligning IT strategy with enterprise goals, he brings a forward-thinking, collaborative approach to every challenge.

Krishnan’s experience in the highly regulated life sciences industry has taught him the importance of balancing agility with compliance. He takes pride in fostering a culture of continuous improvement and in mentoring teams to think strategically and act decisively.

As the digital landscape evolves, Krishnan remain committed to exploring new frontiers in AI and data, ensuring that governance and innovation go hand in hand. He sees himself not just as a technology leader, but as a catalyst for meaningful change.

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Data, Infrastructure and Sustainability Summit UK
Fireside Chat: Water Usage in Data Centres - The Hidden Cost as Enterprises Scale to Meet the Demands of AI
Tuesday, October 14, 2025
11:55 – 12:15
Microsoft’s partnership with OpenAI reportedly consumed 185,000 gallons of water during the training of GPT-3. With AI driving an increase in data centre demand, water usage in data centres is a growing concern for CIOs, with its importance in cooling systems that regulate the heat generated by servers. Attend this…
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