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One of the mistakes I have made is not following my intuition .
Technology budgets are changing a lot , and now there are many options . Companies should give complementary possibilities to the traditional ones , and they would do very well . Developing specialized tools for specific clients is vital for all solutions , both for an ERP and for a video conferencing system .
What are the specific challenges of the region when implementing new technologies in Latin America ?
We must move from outside influences for the development of our industry . Latin America must begin designing and developing its solutions , not just for software or hardware , but for everything . What ’ s more , we can start creating our solutions and have them shipped elsewhere . Industry leaders must improve these capacities .
What changes have you seen in your job role in the last year and how do you think they will develop in the next 12 months ?
Virtuality is one of the main changes because it impacts ubiquity , temporality and employment . Today it no longer matters if you work during the day or at night , so many offices will close because they are no longer needed .
An organization now requires applying Information Technology to boost its business since Information Technology is transversal , whether that ’ s in health , transport or government .
How do you deal with stress and how do you relax outside of the office ?
Since college , I have practised meditation and yoga . Music is essential for relaxation . Also , I spend time with my family , my wife and my daughters . That is the way to disconnect and you have to .
If you could go back and change one career decision , what would it be ?
One of the mistakes I have made is not following my intuition . One is sometimes stubborn and makes the same mistake twice . There are signs one must follow to change course .
As soon as the pandemic passes , people will want to go out , not to work but to explore and discover new spaces . People will want to go to the restaurant to meet their family , friends and co-workers , and these restaurants will have to adapt digitally to meet the new needs of its diners .
What advice would you give someone aspiring to a C-level position in your industry ?
You reach a managerial level with two goals in mind . First , you like the industry ; it does not matter if it is in technology but you feel eager to contribute to that industry . Second , to know technology applications for their respective industries . Universities are already supplying the concept of technology to all businesses , so this is transversal . Finally , you reach a C-level position with passion . p
What do you currently identify as the top investment areas in your industry ?
The issue of human talent is dominant . You have to take advantage of technology to create diverse teams and look for resources anywhere since technology allows it .
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