Prem Bhawnani

Tech leadership that works with you, not around you.I help growing organisations unlock the full value of technology — through embedded leadership, strategic guidance, and hands-on delivery in AI, cybersecurity, and digital transformation.

How I can help...

Services

I work with SMEs, Not-for-profits (NFPs), and B2B SaaS organisations who need senior technology leadership - without the full-time overhead.

Fractional or Interim CIO/CTOIT & Digital strategy aligned to business goals, Build & execute roadmaps, Functional review, gap analysis, team and budget management
IT Business PartneringStrategic engagement with key stakeholders, Identification of value cases, Drafting business cases, 2IC to CIO
IT Cost OptimisationSoftware and system rationalisation, Restructure and IT operating model review, Vendor cost review, Outsourcing and hybrid teams
AI AdvisoryImplement simple AI governance frameworks, AI ethics and risk appetite statements, Use case prioritisation, AI adoption plans
Cybersecurity UpliftEssential 8 review and implementation planning, ISO 27001 readiness, Secure development practices, Staff security awareness training programs
Project/Program DeliveryCloud migration, CRM/eCommerce platforms, Identity management systems, Custom web development

I can help solve today's most prominent issues so SMEs don't get left behind...
Pressing need to reduce IT costs
Uncertainty on implementing AI safely and effectively
Reducing cyber risk pragmatically


The Value I provide...

Outcomes Delivered

  • Avoided $5M in IT capex via cloud migration & vendor rationalisation

  • Realised 20% employee cost savings through team restructure and outsourcing

  • Delivered $200K+ in annual savings via software rationalisation

  • Generated $4M ARR from new eCommerce product launch

  • Boosted IT service satisfaction from 45% to 75% within months

  • Reduced risk by achieving Essential 8 Maturity Level 2 with compensating controls


Experienced

20+ years of leadership in technology and digital, with broad expertise in IT.
AU Citizen / Sydney based

Tailored Execution

I seek to understand your company, your culture, your problems, and deliver accordingly. Not a cookie-cutter approach.

Trusted

Commercially astute, I engage with key stakeholders in their language - including executive teams and the board.


Let's Talk...

Contact Me

If you have any problems you wish to discuss, or need a fractional, interim, or strategic technology leader, let’s have a conversation.

I’ll help you cut through complexity, align technology with strategy, and deliver real outcomes.

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