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SWORD ACTIVE RISK APPOINTS HEAD OF GLOBAL SUPPORT FOR UK, US AND AUSTRALIAN OPERATIONS

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Posted on February 27, 2014

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Sword Active Risk Expands Global Support

Sword Active Risk, a supplier of specialist risk management software and services, has appointed a new Head of Global Support. The new appointment forms part of the company’s strategy to strengthen its customer service by aligning its development and support functions more closely. John Frain takes up the position moving from his role as Business Analyst in the company which he has held for the past three years.

John Frain Brings Extensive IT Experience

Frain has over 17 years’ experience within IT, starting his career as an analyst programmer in commercial organizations, developing solutions on IBM systems. As well as his technical expertise, Frain brings with him valuable experience of working in an Agile SCRUM (project management) environment, matching customer specifications to development requirements.

Focus on Customer-Centric Support Approach

John Frain stated; “Active Risk has been extensively reviewing how its development teams and support services work together to consolidate its position as a customer focused organization. My experience of working with our internal product teams and external customers to meet project expectations both functionally and to cost and timescales will be invaluable for this role.  I am looking forward to working more closely with customers to deliver great customer service and ensure that our products are meeting their requirements.”

Leadership Endorsement of New Appointment

Nick Scully, CEO of Sword Active Risk commented; “John brings a great deal of development and technical expertise to the role, which combined with his experience, will enable us to encourage skills transfer across our teams to help us respond to customers knowledgeably

Key Takeaways

  • Sword Active Risk has appointed John Frain as Head of Global Support for UK, US, and Australia.
  • The move is part of a strategic effort to align development and support functions to enhance customer service.
  • Frain brings over 17 years of IT experience, including Agile SCRUM and IBM systems expertise.
  • Prior to this role, Frain served as Business Analyst at the company for three years.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the new Head of Global Support at Sword Active Risk?
John Frain has been appointed to the role, moving from his previous position as Business Analyst.
What regions will John Frain oversee?
He will be responsible for support operations in the UK, United States, and Australia.
What experience does John Frain bring?
He has over 17 years of IT experience, starting as an analyst programmer on IBM systems and working in Agile SCRUM environments.
Why was this appointment made?
The appointment supports the company's strategy to better align development and support functions to strengthen customer service.

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