As the Chief Information Officer at Toyota Material Handling North America, Robert Liburdi plays a pivotal role in driving the company’s digital transformation initiatives, aligning IT strategies with overarching business goals. With a career dedicated to Information Technology leadership, Robert excels at bridging the gap...
As the Chief Information Officer at Toyota Material Handling North America, Robert Liburdi plays a pivotal role in driving the company’s digital transformation initiatives, aligning IT strategies with overarching business goals. With a career dedicated to Information Technology leadership, Robert excels at bridging the gap between complex technical solutions and the practical needs of business leaders. His expertise encompasses a wide range of areas, including technical architecture, cloud computing, and software development, enabling him to craft innovative IT solutions that enhance operational efficiency across multiple factories and engineering teams.
Robert leads a geographically distributed team of IT professionals, fostering a culture of collaboration and trust that empowers his team to excel. His leadership extends to critical areas such as dealer systems, back-office operations, IT infrastructure, and help desk support, ensuring that every facet of the organization is equipped with the technology necessary for success. By leveraging his skills in requirements gathering and executive-level communication, Robert effectively translates business needs into actionable IT strategies, driving projects that enhance productivity and streamline processes.
Key projects under Robert’s guidance include the implementation of middleware solutions that facilitate seamless data integration across various platforms, as well as initiatives aimed at modernizing the IT infrastructure to support cloud-based operations. His commitment to nurturing trusting relationships within his team and across the organization has been instrumental in fostering an environment where innovation thrives. As Toyota Material Handling North America continues to evolve, Robert’s vision and expertise will undoubtedly play a crucial role in shaping the future of the company’s IT landscape.