Kevin Noll: Leading Bata’s Global IT Transformation Across 30 Countries

In a world where technology drives business success, few leaders bring vision and clarity like Kevin Noll, Global CTO at Bata. With over 25 years of experience in IT and technology management, Kevin has played a key role in uniting Bata’s global operations under one secure, connected, and modern infrastructure.

His mission is not just about upgrading systems, it’s about creating a culture of collaboration, security, and innovation that keeps Bata ready for the digital future.

From IT Expert to Global Technology Leader

Kevin’s journey in technology began with a simple curiosity about how systems could connect people and improve business performance. Over the years, that curiosity grew into a leadership philosophy built on clarity, teamwork, and trust.

Before joining Bata, Kevin held several senior technology roles where he learned how IT can shape business strategy. When he took on the role of Global CTO at Bata, he brought a new vision one that made technology a key part of business growth, not just a support function.

Through this approach, Kevin helped transform Bata’s IT landscape across 30 countries, creating an environment where data, systems, and people work together seamlessly.

Building a Secure and Connected Organization

For Kevin, technology transformation begins with people. He believes that security and collaboration must go hand in hand. “Security is strongest when everyone takes responsibility,” he says.

At Bata, Kevin built a culture where every employee understands the value of cybersecurity and data protection. He introduced strong cloud systems, modern tools, and global training sessions to ensure teams work together efficiently while keeping customer and company data safe.

His focus on teamwork and shared responsibility has helped Bata build a strong digital foundation that supports innovation and long-term trust.

AI and Automation with a Human Touch

Kevin sees great potential in AI and automation, but he believes these tools should support people, not replace them. Under his leadership, Bata is adopting AI-driven solutions that simplify operations, speed up decision-making, and improve customer experience, all while keeping humans at the center.

“Technology should help people do their best work,” Kevin explains. “When used wisely, AI makes businesses more efficient without losing their human touch.”

By combining advanced technology with ethical practices, Kevin ensures that Bata’s innovation remains both responsible and effective.

Global Vision, Local Empowerment

One of Kevin’s biggest achievements is uniting Bata’s global technology network while still allowing flexibility for local markets. He believes that success lies in balancing global standards with local needs.

Through his leadership, Bata now operates with one connected IT framework that gives teams in every region the tools, data, and insights they need while allowing them to adapt to their local challenges.

This approach has strengthened Bata’s ability to serve customers consistently and efficiently around the world.

Leading with Purpose and Clarity

Kevin’s story is a reminder that great technology leadership goes beyond systems, it’s about people, trust, and purpose. His ability to bring structure, vision, and collaboration into a global company shows what’s possible when IT becomes a true business partner.

As the digital landscape continues to evolve, Kevin Noll stands as an example of how clear thinking and strong leadership can turn technology into a driver of transformation, innovation, and growth.

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