Carsten Kjelde
Partner & Business Advisor
With more than 25 years of experience in business-focused IT leadership, I work as a business advisor and CIO-as-a-Service for mid-sized enterprises.
My focus is clear: building solid business cases that maximise value and strengthen performance. Whether acting as an external CIO or advising on digital strategy, I help companies take control of their IT landscape and turn complexity into clarity.
Over the years, I’ve worked closely with business leaders to evaluate, select, and implement ERP systems and other core applications.
I’ve also led major programmes involving organisational restructuring, cross-border collaboration, and strategic outsourcing, always intending to align IT with business value.
From IT due diligence and reviews to operating model transformation and governance design, I bring both hands-on leadership and strategic guidance.
Phone: +45 40253491
Email: ckj@izara.com
My strength lies in helping companies mature their IT functions and in providing the expertise they need only when they need it.
I hold a Master of Science from DTH/DTU in Denmark and am ITILv3 certified.
My areas of expertise include:
- CIO-as-a-Service
- IT & Digital Strategy
- IT Due Diligence
- IT Governance
- IT Reviews & Assessments
- ERP Advisory
- Operating Model Design
- Strategic IT Leadership
I specialise in these areas:
CIO-as-a-Service
I act as a part-time CIO for mid-sized businesses that need high-level IT leadership, without a full-time commitment.
I focus on governance, alignment, and strategic clarity to ensure IT supports business priorities from day one.
IT Due Diligence & reviews
I conduct independent IT assessments regarding acquisitions, investments, or internal transformation.
I aim to uncover risk, highlight potential, and provide recommendations grounded in business logic and technical insight.
IT Operating Models & governance
I help companies redesign their IT organisations, processes, and decision-making structures to better support growth and change.
From strategy to daily operations, I ensure that IT becomes a true business enabler.
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Need sparring on IT governance, digital maturity, or CIO-level leadership?
I support mid-sized companies with strategic IT guidance and actionable business cases.
Reach out to me directly – a short conversation could be the beginning of stronger, more value-driven IT for your organisation