David has more than six years experience in mobile computing systems, wireless data communication and automated data capture research and consulting. David's experience in consulting includes: end-user segmentation and adoption analyses for next generation mobile platforms and communication networks, automatic data capture technology migration mobile software middleware and interfaces; development of proprietary forecast methodologies; comparative product performance evaluation; missionary sales and market expansion requirements analysis; and merger and acquisition due diligence advisory support.

Recent research reports authored or co-authored by David include Enterprise Mobility Solutions (2004), Total Cost of Ownership Models for Mobile Computing and Communications Platforms: Industrial and Harsh Commercial Environments (2003) and Global Markets for Rugged Mobile Computing (2003).

David is a regularly featured speaker on mobile computing and wireless data communication markets at a number of industry conferences, including: COMDEX, Frontline Solutions, Information Management Institute Workshops, and AIM Executive Forums. David consistently contributes to a number of business and trade publications, including: Business Week, New York Times, Information Week, EE Times, Supply Chain Solutions, Frontline Solutions, SCAN The Data Capture Report, Modern Materials Handling, and Integrated Business Solutions. David is a member of Frontline Solutions' Editorial Advisory Board.

Prior to joining VDC, David was employed at Softbank Comdex as a Market Research Analyst, where he was responsible for managing all aspects of domestic and international IT market research projects. David's additional related experience includes: market research for Sony in Switzerland, and marketing communications for AT&T in London, UK.

David studied Business Administration, Marketing and Market Research at Boston University

Return to Industry Experts