VP Analyst - AI & Application Services (Remote: North America)

About the role: Thisindividualwill work remotely with a global teamandneedsthe ability to supportC-levelclients who themselves are global is key. This VP Analyst willprovideactionable insights to C-level Gartner clients who are General Managers, responsible for planning, creating, and managing Enterprise Application Services practices and offerings in both corporate and cloud environments. This role will also predict and project how application services market trends willimpactend clients in their service solutions initiatives and decisions. The successful candidate will have athought leadingvision for how application services will evolve, and what Gartner's service provider clients in this market must do to succeed. We look forpractical,operationaland commercialexperience creating and bringing to market services solutions, the creation of differentiated services offerings, driving impact for clients, as well as growth and profitability at the practice level. The ideal candidate willpossessstrong, broad industry experience across various applicationservices andmultiple application stacks. They should have experience that could be applied across multiple application stacks (Oracle, SAP, Workday, Salesforce, ServiceNow, Microsoft,etc) not just a single stack.They will understand buyer needs and provider constraints in consulting, implementation,managementand support of enterprise application services. What you will do: Research and Analysis Conduct in-depth qualitative and quantitative research onservices supporting theemerging AIcapabilities across multiple application stacksDesign and implement comprehensive market research studies toidentifytrends, competitive dynamics, and growth opportunities in theapps servicessectoras a result ofthe move to AI capabilitiesDevelop market forecasts and predictions about AI&application servicesadoption, implementation challenges, and potential business impactsAnalyze complex datasets to extract meaningful insights into AI&app servicesmarket trends, competitor movements, and customer needsMonitor and evaluate the competitive landscapefor service providers supporting applicationmegavendorsand AI application specialists,across the full range of services, from consulting, through implementation and managed servicesContent Development and Thought Leadership Create compelling, high-quality research reports and thought leadership content on AI applicationservicesand their implications for major IT service providers.Develop frameworks, methodologies, and best practices to helpservice providerssuccessfullyindustrialize their application services offeringsIdeate, scope, and produce forward-looking research that addresses critical challenges faced by business and technology leadersPrepare and deliver tailored briefings for clients that translate complex technical concepts into actionable business insightsContribute to research agenda development byidentifyingemerging areas of interest in AIservices and application servicesCollaborate with Gartner colleagues in the development of research positions related to AIapplicationservicesClient Engagement and Advisory Serve as a trusted advisor toC-levelclients on AIservicesstrategy, implementation approaches, andecosystem partnersfor deploymentConduct briefings and advisory sessions to helpC-levelclients navigate complex AI decisions and investmentsPresent research findings at industry events, webinars, and client conferencesBuild andmaintainrelationships with industry thought leaders, vendors, and practitioners in the AI spaceSupport sales teams byprovidingexpert insights duringC-levelclient conversationsWhat you will need: Technical KnowledgerelevanttoApplicationServices& AI Services Deep understanding of AI technologies including machine learning, natural language processing, and generative AI, as used in the application stack, and as they pertain to service deliveryDeep understanding of agentic AI, includingits use to disintermediate other application and business processes in the end useroperations stackDeep understanding of cloud operating models,the role of cloud in supporting AIapplications, and the importance of theplatformlayer to applicationmegavendorstrategiesResearch and Analytical Skills Strong qualitative and quantitative researchmethodologyexpertiseAdvanced analytical thinking and ability to synthesize complex information into clear insightsExperience designing research frameworks and data collection methodsAbility toidentifypatterns, trends, and correlations in large datasetsCritical thinking skills to question assumptions andvalidatefindingsBusiness and Industry Knowledge Comprehensive understanding of IT services marketsKnowledge of AIapplicationimplementation challenges across different industriesfor Cloud ServicesUnderstanding ofregional differences in AI capabilities, adoption trends, regulatory requirements,etcfor cloud models.Awareness of ethical, regulatory, and governance issues surrounding AI deploymentUnderstanding ofthe impact of AI onenterprisecloudservices procurement and decision-making processesAbility to translate Services technical capabilities into business value propositionsCommunication and Presentation Skills Exceptional writing abilities with experience creating research reports and thought leadership contentStrong presentation skills and ability to communicate complex topics to non-technical audiencesExperience conducting interviews with industry experts and C-levelGeneral ManagersAbility tofacilitatediscussions and working sessions with diverse stakeholder groupsClear communication of data-driven insights that drive business decisionsAbility to communicate with technology and business leadersEducation and Experience 15+ years of relevant field or industry experienceBachelor's degreeor equivalent experience;Master'sdegree or PhD preferred in fields such as Business, Computer Science, Data Science, Economics, or related disciplinesDemonstratedexpertisein AI technologies and their business applicationsPrior experience at a research and advisory firm, consulting organization, or similar role highly valuedTrack recordof producing high-quality research content and client-facing deliverablesPersonal Attributes Intellectual curiosity and passion for understanding emerging technologiesSelf-motivated with ability to work independently while contributing to team objectivesComfort with ambiguity and ability to navigate complex, evolving subject matter#Remote #LI-SK1 Who are we? At Gartner, Inc. (NYSE:IT), we guide the leaders who shape the world. Our mission relies on expert analysis and bold ideas to deliver actionable, objective business and technology insights, helping enterprise leaders and their teams succeed with their mission-critical priorities. Since our founding in 1979, we've grown to 21,000 associates globally who support ~14,000 client enterprises in ~90 countries and territories. We do important, interesting and substantive work that matters. That's why we hire associates with the intellectual curiosity, energy and drive to want to make a difference. The bar is unapologetically high. So is the impact you can have here. What makes Gartner a great place to work? Our vast, virtually untapped market potential offers limitless opportunities - opportunities that may not even exist right now - for you to grow professionally and flourish personally. How far you go is driven by your passion and performance. We hire remarkable people who collaborate and win as a team. Together, our singular, unifying goal is to deliver results for our clients. Our teams are inclusive and composed of individuals from different geographies, cultures, religions, ethnicities, races, genders, sexual orientations, abilities and generations. We invest in great leaders who bring out the best in you and the company, enabling us to multiply our impact and results. This is why, year after year, we are recognized worldwide as a great place to work. What do we offer? Gartner offers world-class benefits, highly competitive compensation and disproportionate rewards for top performers. In our hybrid work environment, we provide the flexibility and support for you to thrive - working virtually when it's productive to do so and getting together with colleagues in a vibrant community that is purposeful, engaging and inspiring. Ready to grow your career with Gartner? Join us. Gartner believes in fair and equitable pay. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is 194,000 USD - 234,000 USD. Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range, or be above or below the range, based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location. In addition to base salary, employees will participate in either an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role-based, uncapped sales incentive plan. Our talent acquisition team will provide the specific opportunity on our bonus or incentive programs to eligible candidates. We also offer market leading benefit programs including generous PTO, a 401k match up to $7,200 per year, the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount, and more. 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