Declan Feely

Feely Software Consultants · +353 (86) 8349091 · declan@feelyconsultants.com

I am an IT Innovation and Technology Leader with over 30 years of experience spanning enterprise architecture, digital transformation, ERP, software engineering, data, cloud and artificial intelligence. I combine strategic technology leadership with deep hands-on engineering expertise, designing and delivering complex business-critical solutions across entrepreneurship, financial services, insurance, energy, tourism and government.

My experience spans the full technology lifecycle — from technology strategy, architecture and solution design through to software engineering, systems integration, data migration, implementation and operational delivery. I have led major transformation initiatives involving Microsoft Dynamics, Azure, Power Platform, modern web architectures and AI, while working across business, technology and external delivery partners.

Key achievements include:

Technology Strategy & Governance — developed ICT policies, technology frameworks and governance approaches aligned with GDPR, NIS2 and enterprise technology standards.
Artificial Intelligence & Data — designed and delivered AI chatbots, RAG architectures, AI-powered search, predictive analytics and data platforms, applying emerging technologies to practical business problems.
Enterprise Applications & ERP — led the architecture, implementation and evolution of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, Finance & Operations and CRM solutions, including complex integrations and data migration.
Enterprise Architecture & Modernisation — directed the redevelopment and modernisation of enterprise platforms using React, ASP.NET Core, APIs, microservices, Azure and cloud-native services.
Data & Business Intelligence — delivered integrated data solutions using Azure SQL, Power BI, ETL pipelines and modern reporting architectures, transforming legacy data into accessible business intelligence.
Microsoft Power Platform — designed solutions using Power Apps, Power Automate and Power BI, integrating them with enterprise applications and Azure services.
Engineering Excellence & DevOps — introduced CI/CD, automated testing, source control and Agile delivery practices, improving the reliability and repeatability of enterprise software delivery.
Digital Transformation Leadership — bridged business strategy and technical execution, translating complex organisational requirements into scalable, maintainable and commercially viable technology solutions.

Expertise in ERP & Enterprise Platforms

Over 30+ years working with enterprise business applications, ERP platforms and complex systems integration, with particularly deep expertise across the Microsoft Dynamics ecosystem. Experience spans solution architecture, implementation, customisation, development, data migration, integration, reporting, upgrade programmes and ongoing platform governance.

Microsoft Dynamics 365 — extensive experience across Business Central, Finance & Operations, CRM and Marketing, including solution design, implementation, custom development, configuration, integration and platform governance.
Dynamics AX — hands-on development and enterprise solution experience with Dynamics AX 2012, providing a strong foundation across Microsoft's evolution from AX through to the modern Dynamics 365 platform.
Business Central Transformation — led and supported major Dynamics 365 Business Central transformation initiatives, including legacy-system migration, financial integrations, custom extensions, APIs, environment management, CI/CD and third-party solutions.
CRM & ERP Integration — designed and delivered complex Dynamics CRM ↔ Business Central integrations, connecting customer, financial and operational processes through APIs and automated data flows.
Enterprise Integration — extensive experience integrating ERP and enterprise platforms using REST APIs, web services, EDI, AIF, Power Automate, ETL pipelines and custom integration services, including SAP/WMS and third-party systems.
Data Migration & Modernisation — designed and delivered complex legacy-to-ERP data migration programmes, including data extraction, transformation, validation, reconciliation and migration into modern cloud platforms.
Data, Reporting & Analytics — deep experience across SQL Server, Oracle, SSIS, SSRS, Power BI, Azure SQL and Azure Data Lake, connecting ERP data to enterprise reporting and analytics platforms.
Enterprise Architecture — experienced in designing solutions across ERP, CRM, data platforms, integration layers, APIs, cloud services and reporting, ensuring that individual applications operate as part of a coherent enterprise architecture.
Governance & Delivery — extensive experience managing vendors, implementation partners, technical teams and business stakeholders, with responsibility for architecture, technical governance, change management, release management and operational continuity.
ERP Modernisation — experience bridging legacy on-premise ERP environments and modern cloud SaaS platforms, balancing business continuity, technical debt, integration complexity and long-term architectural direction.

Expertise in Software Engineering

Stacks: React, ASP.NET Core, C#, Microservices, REST APIs, OAuth security, Cosmos DB, Azure Cloud & DevOps.
Power Platform: Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI, Power Pages integrated with Dynamics 365.
Agile & DevOps: CI/CD pipelines, Git branching, automated testing, Agile ceremonies, team coaching.
Delivered enterprise portals, scalable data platforms, and AI-enabled solutions.

Expertise in Data, AI & Reporting

Data Platforms: Azure Data Lake, SQL Server, Oracle, Dataverse, ETL pipelines, Power BI dashboards.
AI & ML: Python, Azure AI, chatbot development, predictive analytics, RAG pipelines, image classification models.
Governance: GDPR, NIS2, SOC 2 readiness, audit frameworks, secure data processing.

Education

I hold three postgraduate/undergraduate degrees spanning Artificial Intelligence, Software Design, Information Systems and Computer Science, providing a strong combination of advanced technical expertise, software engineering capability and strategic technology leadership.

MSc Artificial Intelligence & Software Design

Technological University of the Shannon (TUS)

First Class Honours

Advanced study spanning artificial intelligence, machine learning, software architecture, modern software engineering and intelligent application design, with a focus on applying AI techniques to real-world software systems.

MSc Information Systems

Trinity College Dublin (TCD)

Advanced study in information systems, enterprise technology, systems analysis, technology strategy and the design and implementation of business-focused IT solutions.

BSc Computer Science / Software Engineering

Technological University Dublin (TU Dublin)

Foundational and advanced study in computer science and software engineering, covering software development, programming, systems design, databases, architecture and computing technologies.

Certifications

Microsoft Certified Solutions Developer (Multiple MCPs)
Azure AI Fundamentals
Dynamics AX 2012 Development
Prince2 Foundation
Professional Scrum Master (PSM I)