Meet the team
Our digital professional skills team draws upon extensive experience of digital development in the business world to support our students in becoming cloud and data ready.
Professor Andrew Callaghan
Director of the Digital Centre of Excellence
Andrew has 30 years' experience working with blue chip companies, holding leadership positions in strategy and business development. His consultancy experience spans Digital 4.0, Cloud, Big Data, Analytics and Cyber. He helps business-leaders turnaround under-performing businesses and mentors teams to increase sales and deliver compelling strategies.
show/hide full profile...
Andrew divides his time as a Professor and as Managing Director of an advanced analytics SME. He is an advisor to the Government Digital Policy and Strategy Unit, leads the Business School's Digital Transformation Programme, sits on the University Digital Strategy Committee and is a thought leader in customer experience measurement.
Professor Steve Lofthouse
Professor of Practice and SAP Centre of Excellence Lead
Over a 30-year international career, Steve has helped numerous household names successfully analyse, plan, and implement software and change, from niche boutique businesses to multinational corporations.
show/hide full profile...
As a technology consultant and SAP Mentor, Steve has implemented enterprise-scale platforms, driven innovation and gathered experience within Big Data, Analytics, Cloud, and Cyber Security.
Simran Verma Singh
Assistant Professor SAP Technologies
With seven years of experience in SAP consulting, analytics, operations, and project management, Simran has held roles at global organisations including Capgemini and SAP. Her expertise includes leading SAP BRIM, analytics, and customer experience projects, optimizing business processes, and driving sustainability initiatives across a diverse client portfolio.
show/hide full profile...
At the University of Nottingham, Simran designs and delivers learning activities that equip students with practical skills in SAP platforms - such as SAP SuccessFactors, SAP Analytics Cloud, SAP ERPsim - as well as the Microsoft Fundamentals curriculum, including Azure Artificial Intelligence and Dynamics CRM. Her approach centres on integrating these technologies into the curriculum to bridge the gap between academic theory and industry practice, enhancing students’ readiness for professional certification and future career success.
