Microsoft UK has appointed Alan Lewis as its general manager of public sector.

The executive will succeed Chris Perkins, who has led Microsoft’s public sector business for the past five years, and who is set to transition to a new role leading Microsoft UK’s enterprise commercial business.

Lewis joins from management consultancy PA Consulting, where he worked for 16 years and led its global defence and security business.

Prior to his role at PA Consulting, Alan worked at Nestlé in a variety of leadership roles.

“I am delighted to welcome Alan to the Microsoft UK leadership team,” said Clare Barclay, chief executive officer, Microsoft UK. “From the emergency services to government, Microsoft is committed to helping the UK public sector embrace digital transformation while navigating the ongoing demands created by the Covid-19 pandemic.”

She added: “Alan will play a critical role in driving success with our customers and partners in this sector.”

“I’m passionate about Microsoft’s role in the future prosperity of the UK and ambitious about what we can achieve to address the biggest challenges for government,” said Lewis. “These range from how we change the relationship with citizens, data literacy in the provision and accessibility of services, and the part the UK plays on the world stage to tackle global issues such as sustainability, economics and security.”

He added: “I am excited about the opportunities this role at Microsoft will bring.”

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