Transformation direction
Set direction, priorities and a clear route forward.
Digital product, technology and transformation
Clarity forcomplex change.
Digital First is a boutique consultancy for leaders navigating important product, technology and transformation decisions - and needing the experience to carry them into delivery.
Experience acrossEnergyTelcoIOTSmart HomeFinancial Services
01 / Proposition
Clear direction. Practical progress.
Digital First connects strategy, product, technology and delivery to create clarity and forward motion.
02 / Expertise
Where Digital First adds value
Senior support where it matters most.
Product & proposition
Shape propositions around customer and commercial value.
Technology strategy & modernisation
Align technology choices with long-term business priorities.
Delivery acceleration
Bring complex programmes back to focus and momentum.
03 / Experience
Relevant sector experience
Experience across complex, connected industries.
Regulated enterprises, connected services and multi-market delivery.
Energy
Customer & operational transformationTelco
Multi-market deliveryIOT
Connected propositionsSmart Home
Product innovationFinancial Services
Regulated transformation“Michael is brilliant at connecting Product, Tech, Architecture and Delivery. He brings pace, focus, and an ability to get things done.”
04 / How to engage
Flexible by design
Senior support, matched to the need.
01Advise
Independent counsel for important decisions.
A clear senior perspective when the choice matters.
02Shape
Senior support to define and mobilise the work.
From initial direction to an actionable plan.
03Lead
Experienced leadership through delivery.
Focused accountability for progress and outcomes.
About Michael
Senior experience, applied personally.
Michael O'Connell brings entrepreneurial perspective and senior enterprise experience across product, technology, innovation and delivery. Every engagement receives direct, senior attention.
05 / Start here
A useful first conversation
Progress the decision that matters.
For a new proposition, transformation or complex programme, start with a focused conversation.
michael@digitalfirst.ieIndependent consultancyTransformation - Product - Technology - DeliveryIreland - UK - Europe