Intelligent CIO North America Issue 12 | Page 12

NEWS

Hy-Vee enhances digital retail capabilities with Google Cloud shopping in many ways , causing more consumers to shop online and create higher demand in its virtual shopping space . Utilizing Google Cloud ’ s solutions , localized information and features will make it easier for customers to complete their grocery shopping online and allow Hy- Vee to provide more personalized service , easier ordering , pickup and delivery , and predictive shopping carts .

“ The pandemic accelerated many digital
initiatives for Hy-Vee as consumers shifted

Hy-Vee , a leading supermarket chain with more than 250 US stores , has signed a multi-year partnership with Google Cloud to

drive innovation for its customers – both in
store and online .
The company , headquartered in Iowa , is
utilizing a suite of services powered by
Google Cloud to make online shopping
easier for customers who use its Hy-Vee Aisles Online services , to integrate Hy-Vee ’ s virtual dietitian services , and to enable customers to schedule vaccinations online including the COVID-19 vaccine .
While Hy-Vee has worked to stay at the forefront of digital shopping trends , the COVID-19 pandemic affected grocery
the way they shopped at our stores ,” said Aaron Wiese , President , Digital Growth and Co-Chief Operating Officer at Hy-Vee .
“ Google Cloud is helping us provide a unique and more personalized experience as we work to integrate all our digital platforms and look to further simplify the customer ’ s interaction with our services – whether that be in our aisles in person or online .”
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Managed Security Service Provider appoints Matt Gyde as chairman and CEO

Foresite , a SaaS cybersecurity solutions provider , has announced that Matt Gyde has been named Chairman and

Chief Executive Officer .
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Gyde brings more than 25 years of leadership experience to Foresite and has led some of the largest companies in the cybersecurity industry . Current CEO Robin Mayo will stay with the company .
Prior to joining Foresite , Matt served as President , CEO , and Board Director of NTT Security where he was responsible for a $ 2 billion cybersecurity practice . Matt has also held several executive roles with Dimension Data ( acquired by NTT Holdings ).
He has a strong background in mergers and acquisitions , while holding true to organic growth where it meets the market opportunity .
“ My vision for Foresite is that we have the opportunity to move security closer to the Edge of the network , providing innovative and scalable SaaS solutions that are more predictive in their cyber approach ,” said Gyde .
“ Businesses working with Foresite are confident they have a worldclass solution and team protecting their core assets .”
Foresite is led by an experienced management team with deep experience delivering information security and compliance solutions . The team has played leading roles in the growth and success of some of the largest and most successful cybersecurity firms in the world .
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