Spenser Davison

Technical Architect & Software Engineer

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About Me

Hello! I'm a Technical Architect and Software Engineer specializing in SharePoint and Knowledge Management. With over a decade of experience, I help organizations optimize their workflows and knowledge-sharing capabilities.

Experience

Slalom Consulting

Technical Architect & Software Engineer | October 2021 - Present

SharePoint Development & M365 Integration

  • Designed, developed, and deployed SharePoint Framework (SPFx) solutions, including advanced language translation and custom search functionalities.
  • Conducted SharePoint version migrations (from server to online) and content migration projects using ShareGate, enhancing system efficiency and accessibility.
  • Developed automated workflows using Power Automate to streamline business processes, document management, and approvals across SharePoint Online and Teams.
  • Collaborated with stakeholders to implement Teams-based collaboration solutions, leveraging SharePoint Online as the backend for document storage and team sites.

Governance, Compliance, & Security

  • Ensured SharePoint Online solutions adhered to data compliance and security protocols, implementing governance best practices for user permissions, document retention, and regulatory requirements.

company: "General Dynamics Electric Boat" role: "Knowledge Management, Software Specialist & Systems Engineer" dates: "September 2015 - October 2021"

  • Led the implementation of an Enterprise Content Management System (ECMS) using SharePoint, facilitating team collaboration and reducing redundant content by over 50%.
  • Managed data security protocols and compliance measures within SharePoint systems, ensuring secure access and adherence to ITAR and other defense regulations.

Slalom Consulting

Technical Architect & Software Engineer | October 2021 - Present

Knowledge Management Leadership

  • Recognized as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Knowledge Management within Slalom and among several thousand employees.
  • Led the development and implementation of enterprise-wide KM strategies, enhancing information flow and organizational learning.
  • Delivered numerous internal and client-facing presentations and workshops on KM best practices, fostering a culture of knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.

company: "General Dynamics Electric Boat" role: "Knowledge Management, Software Specialist & Systems Engineer" dates: "September 2015 - October 2021"

  • Spearheaded the creation of a dedicated Knowledge Management team, establishing foundational KM practices and integrating them into organizational processes.
  • Developed and executed KM strategies that facilitated effective knowledge capture, storage, and dissemination, significantly enhancing operational efficiency.

General Dynamics Electric Boat

Software Engineer & Systems Specialist | August 2010 – September 2015

  • Developed and maintained five software packages for tactical and in-house applications, enhancing efficiency and user experience.
  • Created comprehensive test procedures and testing environments, collaborating with external vendors to ensure timely software delivery.
  • Optimized company processes using project management, technical design, and development skills, improving operational efficiency.
  • Led development of a new intranet built on SharePoint, ensuring smooth integration and adoption across departments.
  • Mentored junior engineers on software best practices, Agile methodologies, and time management, contributing to team growth and productivity.

Skills

  • Microsoft 365 Ecosystem: SharePoint Online, Power Automate, Teams, OneDrive
  • Software Development: JavaScript, HTML, CSS, Java, jQuery, PHP, Oracle SQL, AWS
  • Governance & Compliance: SharePoint Governance, Permissions, Regulatory Compliance
  • Project Management: Agile, Waterfall, Business Requirements Gathering, Process Optimization
  • Expertise in SharePoint Framework (SPFx) development
  • Design and deployment of custom SharePoint sites and libraries
  • Automated workflows with Power Automate for document approvals
  • SharePoint version migrations using ShareGate (on-premises to online)
  • Governance policies: permissions management, document retention, and content security
  • Development of Enterprise Content Management Systems (ECMS) using SharePoint
  • Expertise in organizational knowledge capture and dissemination
  • Governance frameworks for knowledge storage and retrieval
  • Facilitation of internal KM workshops to promote a knowledge-sharing culture
  • Implementation of language translation tools to improve accessibility

Contact Me

Feel free to reach out to me via email or connect with me on LinkedIn.