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Matthew Pritchard

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Chief Digital Officer (CDO) at SA Power Networks
📍 Greater Adelaide Area, Australia

Matthew is the Head of Digital Technology, Architecture and Data at SA Power Networks, driving the companys transition to a clean energy future using AI and automation. With over 15 years in the electrical utilities sector, he is described as a visionary and pragmatic leader. He holds an MBA from the University of South Australia.

Outside of his professional role, Matthew is actively involved in his community. For the last four years, he has led a team in the Operations Flinders City to Summit walk, a fundraising event that supports youth development programs in South Australia, demonstrating a strong commitment to giving back.

Unique fact: Matthew was recognized as the South Australian Young IT Professional of the Year in 2015.

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Experience
10 Years
Current Role
Chief Digital Officer (CDO)
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Greater Adelaide Area, Australia
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Priorities

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Operationalising AI
He focuses on practical, real-world AI applications to enhance safety and efficiency, recently co-hosting a roundtable on the topic at the Adapt CIO Edge conference.
Digital Transformation
He is leading the charge at SA Power Networks to leverage digital technologies and data to support South Australia's move towards a clean energy future.
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Career

Work history

12-2024 - 3-2025
Chief Digital Officer (CDO)
SA Power Networks
1-2024
Head of Digital Technology, Architecture and Data
SA Power Networks
10-2020 - 12-2023
Head of IT Strategy
SA Power Networks
10-2018 - 10-2020
Digital Transformation Manager
SA Power Networks
1-2017 - 11-2018
IT Delivery Capability Manager
SA Power Networks
In the press

Media appearances

SA Power Networks' IT Chief on the Role of Data in the Energy Sector. Featured in YouTube
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SA Power Networks' IT Chief on the Role of Data in the Energy Sector. Featured in Adapt Australia
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Education
2004 - 2007
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)
Flinders University
2018 - 2018
Master of Business Administration - MBA
University of South Australia
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