Ivo Banovsky - Senior IT Executive / CTO / Interim / Fractional
Experience
Chief Technology Officer
CBN Foundation
Led technology stack and strategy for a blockchain startup focusing on geospatial applications. Smart contract development for licensing and use of geospatial information. Introduction of Agile frameworks and practices across the organization.
Risk Management Consultant - IT/Insurance
Big Insurance Company
Conducted due diligence on risk management processes, tools, and data for underwriting across 11 companies in CEE countries. Technical processes review, geospatial data usage, and IT systems integration with group platforms. Interviewed stakeholders and delivered a comprehensive report with best practice recommendations.
Product Owner, Agile Project Management, IT Management
Pixely group
Delivered cross-industry technology projects spanning consulting, retail, geospatial and government sectors, acting as an IT all-rounder bridging business requirements, architecture, and agile delivery.
Selected Project References
Global Digital Workplace Transformation — Led architecture and rollout of Azure-based virtual desktop infrastructure for Roland Berger, aligning business, security, and cloud operations across global consulting teams.
Retail POS Platform Rollout (600+ stores) — Product Owner and Agile lead delivering a mobile retail platform for Samsung stores across Germany, integrating POS, backend services, and operational rollout.
Automated Retail Store Concept — Agile Project Manager delivering innovative in-store automation technology for Bonprix, from concept through development to store deployment.
Retail Automation Platform (Pixely Connect) — Product Owner building a modular backend and mobile platform enabling automated store concepts and retail integrations across multiple clients.
Government Satellite Data Platform — Product Owner and Agile coach for the CODE-DE platform with German Aerospace Center (DLR), enabling authorities to access and process satellite data.
Experiential Retail Pop-Up Store — Delivered interactive retail concept integrating digital services for Camper at the Vitra Campus in collaboration with Vitra.
Connected Mobility Showcase — Led development of an interactive installation demonstrating smart-home integration with electric vehicles at BMW Welt with Samsung.
Client Strategy Consultant, Managing Director
Primeast Ltd.
- Managed M&A activities for a UK-based company operating in the Czech Republic
- Successfully acquired and merged the Czech operational unit into the UK group
Product Owner, Product Management, Agile Coach
Intermap Technologies
- Managed product lifecycle for risk management products: market sizing, definition, development planning, business case, roadmaps, and revenue forecasting
- Defined product marketing strategy and sales strategy
- Evangelized products through agile environments with international teams (CZ, DE, US, CAD)
- Oversaw product development, business case creation, and tracking of sales performance
Industry Experience
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Experienced in Professional Services, Aerospace and Defense, Automotive, Fashion, Retail, and Information Technology.
Business Area Experience
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Experienced in Product Development, Marketing, Information Technology, Project Management, Research and Development, and Sales.
Summary
I am a Senior IT Executive with over 25 years of international experience in software development, IT management, and digital transformation. I have honed my skills in agile project management, product ownership, and tech leadership, helping shape strategies that drive business growth and efficient operations.
I bring a solid background in working with remote teams, implementing cloud-based solutions, and modernizing IT operations across various industries. This experience allows me to provide effective solutions and tangible improvements for organizations navigating digital change.
Skills
Geo – Geographic Information Systems, Integration Of Geospatial Subsystems Into Client Apps, Platforms To Use Geospatial Data, Satellite Imagery, Machine Learning, 3d Visualization And Geospatial Data Processing, Precision Farming, Natural Hazard Modelling (Flood, Etc.), Remote Sensing, Applications Of Remote Sensed And Geospatial Data
Pos – Point Of Sale – Supporting Retail With New Technology, Defining Customer Journey, Digitization Of Point Of Sale, Store Automation, Enhancing Customer Interaction At Pos.
Fintech - Insurance Industry, Non-life Insurance, Risk Management For Non-life Insurance, Agricultural Insurance, Risk Assessment And Use Of Geospatial Data
Product Management
Agile Methods
Scrum
Geospatial Solutions And Architecture
Geospatial Data And Processing
Remote Sensing
Digital And Cloud Transformation
Digital Workplace
It Demand Management
Software Development & Architecture
Requirements Management
Insurance
Non-life Insurance
Natural Perils
Agriculture
Risk Management Solutions
Remote Teams And Remote Teams’ Management
Workshops
Training
Coaching & Support
Agile Product Management
Requirements Management
Agile Methods
Scrum
Agile Software Development
Software Architectures
Software Integration
Apis
Mobile Development
Cloud & Cloud Infrastructure
Workplace Digitalization
Geospatial Solutions
Remote Sensing
Risk Management Solutions
Non-life Risk Assessment For Underwriting
Natural Hazard Modeling
Digitizing Insurance Processes
Integration Of Technology In Underwriting/claims Process.
Languages
Education
Czech Technical University in Prague, Faculty of Information Technology
Master of Science, Computer Science · Computer Science · Prague, Czech Republic
Certifications & licenses
Professional Scrum Master I
Scrum.org
Coaching And Mentoring In Management
Institute Of Leadership And Management
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Experience
Global Experience
Expertise
Qualifications
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