Global technology leader Lenovo has announced the appointment of Dr. Tolga Kurtoglu as the company’s new Chief Technology Officer (CTO), succeeding Dr. Yong Rui. This strategic move aims to accelerate further Lenovo’s technology vision and leadership in artificial intelligence (AI).
In addition to this key appointment, Lenovo has also revealed the formation of a new Emerging Technologies Group, designed to anticipate and capitalize on emerging technology trends to drive future business growth. Dr. Yong Rui, who has been Lenovo’s CTO for the past seven years, will lead this new group.
Leadership and Innovation
Dr. Kurtoglu is a renowned figure in the IT industry, recognized for his exceptional work and extensive leadership experience. His previous roles include serving as CTO and Global Head of HP Labs at HP Inc., CEO of Xerox Palo Alto Research Center, and leading the Product Development group at Dell. He holds numerous patents and has published extensively in automation and machine intelligence, computational design, systems engineering, and 3D/digital manufacturing.
Commenting on Dr. Kurtoglu’s appointment, Lenovo Chairman and CEO, Yangqing Yang, stated, “At this time of a once-in-a-generation opportunity in AI, I am thrilled to welcome Tolga to Lenovo as we further realize our ambitions as a global technology leader and advance our AI leadership together. I believe his experience across hardware, software, and AI technologies will further strengthen our innovation leadership and Lenovo’s vision of ‘AI for All.’”
Vision for the Future
Dr. Kurtoglu expressed his enthusiasm for his new role, saying, “I have long been impressed by Lenovo’s strong commitment to innovation. In an era when AI holds promise for every consumer and business, I look forward to working with research teams worldwide to further advance Lenovo’s portfolio and transform the IT industry. I also look forward to empowering people with robust, flexible, and dependable AI solutions.”
Dr. Yong Rui added, “We are at a crucial time in the technology industry, with many innovative and emerging technologies that will reshape the way we live, work, and do business. I have spent my career focused on incubating and commercializing new technologies, and I am excited to bring that experience to lead Lenovo’s new Emerging Technologies Group.”
Driving Innovation
In his new role, Dr. Kurtoglu will lead Lenovo’s research team, drive the innovation ecosystem, and ensure that the group’s technology vision aligns with the company’s overall business goals. He will also join the Lenovo Executive Committee, contributing to the company’s strategic decision-making processes.
Lenovo’s commitment to AI and technological advancement is clear with these significant leadership changes. As the company continues to innovate and adapt to emerging trends, the appointment of Dr. Kurtoglu and the establishment of the Emerging Technologies Group position Lenovo at the forefront of the technology industry.
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