Tyler Abbott

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About Tyler Abbott

IT Strategy | Digital Transformation | AI & Automation | Business-Technology Alignment I’m an experienced IT and business strategy leader with a passion for leveraging technology to drive transformation, efficiency, and innovation. With a background spanning IT-business alignment, AI strategy, financial planning, and enterprise digital transformation, I specialize in bridging the gap between technology and business objectives to deliver measurable results. At Duquesne Light Company, I manage IT strategic planning, overseeing a $50M capital budget, defining five-year technology roadmaps, and leading AI and automation initiatives to optimize business operations. My expertise in application rationalization and process automation has resulted in multi-million-dollar savings, while my leadership in data strategy and cloud solutions has enhanced enterprise-wide data accessibility and governance. Beyond my corporate role, I’m committed to community engagement and leadership, serving as Board President of the Allentown Community Development Corporation, where I collaborate with city officials to drive neighborhood revitalization. Key Focus Areas: IT Strategic Planning & Business Alignment – Partnering with executive leadership to define technology roadmaps that align with corporate priorities. AI & Automation Strategy – Driving innovation through AI, automation, and process efficiency initiatives to unlock cost savings. Financial Oversight & Cost Optimization – Managing capital budgets, performing cost-benefit analyses, and identifying opportunities for O&M reductions. Vendor & Technology Selection – Partnering with Procurement and Supply Chain to evaluate and implement enterprise technology solutions. Data Strategy & Digital Transformation – Leading cross-functional teams to improve data accessibility, governance, and cloud adoption. Change Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement – Leading IT-business partnerships, managing enterprise-wide transformation programs, and driving adoption of new technologies. Passionate about the future of AI, automation, and digital transformation, I’m always looking for new opportunities to optimize business operations through technology. Let’s connect and discuss how technology can shape the future!