HighFlyer Delivers Guest Lecture on Digital Transformation at Auckland University of Technology
We are excited to announce that our Principal Consultant (IT), Dr. Pasan Thilakasiri, recently delivered a guest lecture as an industry speaker at Auckland University of Technology (AUT). His session, titled “Driving Digital Transformation Through Interoperability” delved into how interoperability is key to accelerating digital transformation initiatives.

Sharing Industry Insights
Drawing on HighFlyer’s real-world experience, Dr. Thilakasiri shared valuable insights and engaged with students on the challenges and opportunities in the industry. The lecture covered practical approaches to overcoming interoperability barriers that often slow down digital transformation efforts.

Bridging Academia and Industry
We’re proud to contribute to the academic community by sharing our knowledge and fostering meaningful discussions with future leaders in technology. These interactions create valuable connections between classroom theory and real-world application, enriching the educational experience for students.
Acknowledgments
We extend our sincere thanks to Dr. Samaneh (Sam) Madanian and her teaching assistant, Nopbo Payomrat, for arranging this event and inviting us. We appreciate the opportunity to collaborate with AUT and look forward to future engagements.
Continuing Partnership
This marks the second time that HighFlyer has been invited to share our thoughts at AUT. We look forward to continuing this valuable partnership and supporting the development of the next generation of IT professionals.
The exchange of ideas between industry practitioners and academic institutions is essential for preparing students for the rapidly evolving technology landscape. We remain committed to fostering these relationships and contributing to the growth of the technology sector through knowledge sharing and collaboration.
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About the Author
Pasan Thilakasiri, PhD
Principal Consultant (IT)
Dr Pasan Thilakasiri is a digital transformation expert with a PhD in e-governance from Huazhong University of Science and Technology (HUST). He has extensive experience in IT consulting, system integration, and digital transformation initiatives, including work with the Information and Communication Technology Agency (ICTA) of Sri Lanka on healthcare digitisation projects that have impacted over 9.5 million individuals across 81 hospitals nationwide.
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