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Gil Dror

Chief Technology Officer

Gil Dror - Chief Technology Officer at SmartSense by Digi



Current Role and Responsibilities


Gil Dror is the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at SmartSense by Digi, a position he has held since June 2022. In this role, he is responsible for leading the company's technology strategy, innovation, and execution. Under his leadership, SmartSense focuses on critical environment monitoring solutions which aim to improve products, organizations, and lives through IoT technology.

Professional Experience


1. CareMetx, LLC
  • Position: Chief Technology Officer

  • Duration: January 2022 - June 2022

  • Key Contributions: Led technological advancements and strategic initiatives in healthcare technology.


2. Human Care Systems, Inc.
  • Position: Chief Technology Officer

  • Duration: December 2017 - January 2022

  • Key Contributions: Spearheaded technology and innovation, focusing on healthcare operations automation and improvements.


3. Bluestream Corporation
  • Position: VP of R&D

  • Duration: October 2016 - November 2017

  • Key Contributions: Fostered Agile adoption and developed wireless technology products.


4. Fung Group
  • Position: Director of R&D

  • Duration: September 2015 - October 2016

  • Key Contributions: Led R&D for the Fung Global Retail & Technology group, focusing on retail technology innovations.


5. Profitect, Inc.
  • Position: VP of R&D

  • Duration: May 2012 - September 2015

  • Key Contributions: Managed product development, operations, and compliance for retail analytics solutions.


6. Accelrys
  • Position: Director of Software Development

  • Duration: January 2012 - May 2012

  • Key Contributions: Oversaw software development operations.


7. VelQuest Corporation
  • Roles: Director of Software Engineering (February 2009 - January 2012), Senior Software Engineer (August 2005 - August 2008)

  • Key Contributions: Led enterprise software development for global pharmaceutical companies.


8. Knowledge Management Associates
  • Position: Software Engineer

  • Duration: 2004 - 2006


Education


  • Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Information Technology from Northeastern University (2014 - 2015).

  • Professional Scrum Master (PSM I) certification from Scrum.org (November 2017).


Professional Interests and Achievements


Gil Dror has demonstrated expertise in several key technological fields, including:
  • IoT Security: Featured in multiple forums and podcasts, such as an interview with Ryan Chacon on the "IoT For All" podcast where he discussed IoT security, LLMs, edge computing, and AI.

  • Healthcare Technology: Significant role in driving innovation and operational improvements in healthcare technology at his previous roles.

  • Agile Development Practices: Successfully introduced and implemented Agile methodologies at Bluestream Corporation.


Public Engagements


  • Featured in a YouTube interview discussing the complexities of IoT security and the management of 15 billion connected devices.

  • Actively shares insights and professional milestones on LinkedIn, highlighting achievements and strategic directions in IoT and technology innovation.


Online Presence and Contact Information



  • ZoomInfo Profile: Provides detailed contact information and professional background.



Key Takeaway


Gil Dror is an experienced technology leader with a strong track record in innovative technology solutions across multiple industries, predominantly in IoT and healthcare. His current role at SmartSense positions him uniquely to drive forward cutting-edge solutions in critical environment monitoring, enhancing both product efficacy and operational efficiency within the IoT landscape.