Paul Smithdale
Principal Architect and Distinguished Technologist, Insight
Paul is a principal architect for Insight APAC, specializing in apps, integration, and DevOps. As the chair of Insight APAC's Architecture Review Board, he brings a wealth of hands-on experience in data analytics, IoT, web and mobile development, process automation, integration, and cloud infrastructure. He mentors senior delivery architects and ensures the quality and accuracy of major delivery projects in the region. Known for his “roll up your sleeves” attitude, Paul believes in the importance of good design and architecture for successful projects. He leads complex technical solutions delivery projects and plays a key role in ensuring project success and client value, notably at the Department of Water and Environmental Regulation and the Schools Curriculum Council of Western Australia. Paul frequently speaks at industry conferences and has a patent to his name as the creator of Insight Path, an enterprise integration platform accelerator for Microsoft Azure.