Insights from Checkit’s CEO on transforming business operations with data

Watch Kit Kyte, CEO of Checkit, on The Tech Panel podcast as he discusses his journey from military discipline to corporate strategy. Hear how he's driving technological advances across diverse industries.

From the Military to the Boardroom: Kit's journey

Kit Kyte's transition from serving as an officer in the British Army to becoming CEO of Checkitis more than a career change; it's a shift in perspective and purpose. In the podcast, Kit shares how his time in the military prepared him to navigate the "cut and thrust" of business with decisiveness, resilience, and a focus on strategic clarity. Kit's initial step into the business world was studying at London Business School, where he immersed himself in corporate strategy and finance, adding a new skill set to his military background.

> Watch at 1:53

Data activation for Operational Excellence

One of the highlights of Kit's conversation is his explanation of Checkit as a data activation platform. The platform serves large enterprises with extensive operational footprints, integrating Internet of Things (IoT) sensors and digital workflow tools to capture real-time data across assets, buildings, and personnel. Kit describes how Checkit provides "data activation" by transforming previously isolated data into actionable insights, helping organisations like BP and the NHS drive efficiencies in areas such as energy management and compliance.

> Watch at 9:43

Adapting AI for Frontline efficiency

Kit addresses the growing role of AI in enhancing operational efficiency. While many businesses remain cautious of AI's potential, Kit emphasises the importance of integrating AI to complement, rather than replace, frontline work. At Checkit, AI assists in optimising routine processes, from predictive maintenance to energy savings, ultimately supporting operational leaders in making data-backed decisions. Notably, Kit shares how Checkit's Asset Intelligence module enables predictive analytics, helping enterprises foresee and prevent asset failures, conserve energy, and support ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) initiatives.

> Watch at 23:09

Focusing on core markets and future innovation

Kit identifies Healthcare, Food Retail, and Hospitality as Checkit's core sectors, where the company's IoT and workflow solutions drive measurable impact. With ambitions to expand in the US market, Kit hints at upcoming innovations and targeted acquisitions that will continue to shape Checkit's growth. By focusing on the needs of frontline workers and leveraging predictive data insights, Checkit aims to lead the industry in delivering operational intelligence.

> Watch at 16:18

The role of AI in Checkit's future

Kit concludes the podcast by highlighting Checkit's proactive approach to AI, aiming to equip employees with AI tools to boost productivity while maintaining security protocols. "We are absolutely pro-AI," Kit shares, expressing confidence that AI, like past industrial revolutions, will create opportunities rather than replace essential jobs. Kit's forward-looking view positions Checkit as a leader in both AI and data intelligence, primed to help organisations drive operational excellence through cutting-edge technology.

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