Analyst Profile

Christopher Holmes

Vice President

Christopher Holmes is Vice President for IDC Manufacturing Insights in Asia/Pacific and is responsible for driving the overall direction of the manufacturing research in the region. Chris has over 19 years of experience in manufacturing, from research and development management, through new product development, to shop floor experience.

Prior to joining IDC Manufacturing Insights Asia/Pacific, Chris pioneered the development and implementation of the operation and technology roadmapping (OTR) program while working for Singapore Institute of Manufacturing Technology (SIMTech), part of the Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A-Star) in Singapore. He has led over 50 roadmaps helping Singapore-based manufacturing companies develop plans to enable their decision making process in the development and acquisition of new operations technology and product development plans.

Before relocating to Singapore, Chris worked in the aerospace sector in the UK, initially as a research engineer leading projects to reduce lead time in aero-engine overhaul, and then working towards his doctorate aiding a first-tier aerospace supplier to speed up its new product development process.

Chris has written many articles and given many lectures in the areas of technology management and product development. He is a trained professional facilitator.



Chris holds a Doctor of Engineering (EngD) degree from Warwick University, UK. This was completed while working in industry and as part of the Warwick Manufacturing Group. He holds a Master of Philosophy (MPhil) degree from the University of Glamorgan, UK, again, completed while working in industry and a Bachelor of Science degree from The City of Birmingham Polytechnic, UK.

Research Authored by Christopher Holmes

Best Practices: Improving the Performance of Product Development–Taking Control Christopher Holmes Sep 2010 - Doc # AP9397503S      Best Practices This IDC Manufacturing Insights Report discusses the drivers, implementation, and future improvement strategies of three companies within the Asia/Pacific (excluding Japan), or APEJ, region.: The need to improve the product developm ... purchase document

SAS in Manufacturing: Answering the Questions Christopher Holmes, Lorenzo Veronesi Jul 2010 - Doc # MIVC63S      Perspective This IDC Manufacturing Insights Perspective discusses the recent SAS analyst event, "Inside Intelligence 2010," held in early June 2010.: Last year, we published a perspective document entitled, SAS in the Manufacturing Industry: ... purchase document

Growing the Top Line: Asia/Pacific (Excluding Japan) Manufacturing Trends 2010 Christopher Holmes Jul 2010 - Doc # AP9397103S      Perspective This IDC Insight looks at the overall manufacturing trends in the Asia/Pacific (excluding Japan) or APeJ region comparing the results of the IDC Manufacturing Insights Business and IT Priorities survey that was conducted in June 2009 and ... purchase document

Revitalizing Decision Making: Siemens PLM Announce High-Definition PLM Technology Christopher Holmes Jun 2010 - Doc # AP9397502S      Perspective The recent announcement by Siemens PLM of its High-Definition Product Lifecycle Management (HD-PLM) framework as a way to allow organizations to personalize, assist, clarify, and validate data to facilitate improved collaboration among t ... purchase document

Worldwide Retail IT Spending Guide, Version 2, 2009 Leslie Hand, Bob Parker, Nina Bonagura, Ivano Ortis, Giuliana Folco, Gary Koch, Christopher Holmes, Milan Kalal, Roman Maceska, Renato Troya, Matias Berardi, Chin-Boon May 2010 - Doc # GRI223465      Pivot Table This IDC Retail Insights Pivot Table presents our best estimates and forecasts for the worldwide retail IT opportunity. This Pivot Table provides IT spending forecasts for the following subindustries: apparel and accessory stores; automo ... purchase document

IT for Green the SAP Way: Practice What You Preach Christopher Holmes Apr 2010 - Doc # AP9397501S      Perspective This IDC Manufacturing Insights Perspective looks at where SAP is positioning in the area of sustainability, and how it is practicing what it preaches by using its own tools to support its drive into becoming a sustainable busi ... purchase document

The Reset Economy in Action: Government, Industry, Vendor Engagements (GIVe) Christopher Holmes Mar 2010 - Doc # AP66810RS      Perspective This IDC Manufacturing Insights Perspective discusses some recent developments to support the local small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) within the region, reinforcing the notion of the "reset economy." Jeff Immelt, GE CEO, ... purchase document

Business Strategy: Business Drivers and Process Improvement Imperatives in the Asia/Pacific (Excluding Japan) Supply Chain Management Market 2009–2010 Christopher Holmes Mar 2010 - Doc # AP667104S      Market Overview This IDC Manufacturing Insights report presents the latest survey results from Asia/Pacific (excluding Japan) or APEJ business and IT priorities. The findings show a maturing of the supply chain, with a greater focus on visibil ... purchase document

The Pursuit of Quality Christopher Holmes Feb 2010 - Doc # AP668105S      Perspective This IDC Manufacturing Insights Perspective discusses the need for a role model for the emerging countries as they seek to grow and export "quality products." A recent discussion with an automotive manufacturer in India highlig ... purchase document

Asia/Pacific Manufacturing 2010 Top 10 Predictions Christopher Holmes, Debashis Tarafdar, Stephen Gao Jan 2010 - Doc # HK9397101S      Top 10 Predictions This IDC Manufacturing Insights Report discusses the issues and initiatives that manufacturers in the Asia/Pacific (excluding Japan), or APEJ, region will face in 2010. The manufacturing landscape has been through a turbulent p ... purchase document

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