The leadership to turn strategy into measurable value
Alidade brings executive-grade experience across technology, data, AI and enterprise architecture –
with teams that delvier outcomes on every engagement.
Rod Schatz (M.Sc.), Founder & Managing Director
Alidade Strategies was founded by Rod Schatz, M.Sc. — a leader whose career spans every layer of the digital and data landscape. From programmer, DBA, and Business Analyst to Enterprise Architect, CIO, VP of Technology, and Board Member.
Rod has built a reputation as the executive organizations trust to unlock the full potential of technology.
Rod is not just a consultant; he’s a strategist, builder, and change-maker.
Over two decades, he has:
- Conceptualized 17+ digital transformation strategies for billion-dollar organizations, grounded in product management discipline.
- Delivered 75+ technology projects worth over $50+M, generating ~$66M in operational efficiencies.
- Engineered multiple BI and AI ecosystems from the ground up, including AI models with 800% ROI.
- Led enterprise architecture practices and PMOs that prevented missteps and accelerated transformation.
Rod’s thought leadership extends beyond delivery: he is a co-author on digital transformation and business models, a trusted board member in Canada’s innovation ecosystem, and a voice shaping how organizations harness technology (data and AI) responsibly.
Our Team: Outcome-Focused Specialists
Alidade is more than one leader. We bring together high-caliber specialists in data, information management, enterprise architecture, AI, and program delivery.
Every consultant is chosen not just for expertise but for their ability to deliver practical, outcome-focused results.
We believe consulting should de-risk outcomes. That’s why we use an iterative delivery approach:
- Breaking down transformation into manageable stages.
- Embedding governance, change management, and measurement into each cycle.
- Helping organizations grow into new services and capabilities sustainably.
This guarantees results, because success isn’t left to chance — it’s engineered into every engagement.
Our Approach: Strategy to Value
Executives today don’t need more buzzwords. They need clarity, confidence, and measurable results.
Alidade bridges the gap between strategy and tactical delivery by:
- Aligning every initiative to business outcomes.
- Applying frameworks (TOGAF, DAMA, ITIL, PMBOK) with pragmatic customization.
- Using proven playbooks in AI, hyper-automation, and information management.
At Alidade, we don’t just deliver technology.
We deliver outcomes.
How we guarantee results
Outcome Aligned
Every initiative begins with business value mapping and a benefits hypothesis tied to measurable KPIs.
Iterative Delivery
Short, transparent cycles de-risk change, accelerate adoption, and let your teams grow into new capabilities for long term sustainment.
Scale what works
We produce repeatable wins with reference architectures, playbooks and operating models that endure.
Our Proof
$66M+
Operating efficencies
75+
Major projects delivered (>$250,00)
800%
AI Model ROI
17+
Enterprise transformation strategies
Why organizations choose Alidade Strategies?
Depth of Experience: From start-ups to billion-dollar enterprises.
Leadership on Demand: Virtual CxO services that extend your executive capacity.
Measured Results: Tangible efficiencies, revenue growth, and ROI.
Trusted Partner: Proven in boardrooms, on innovation councils, and in the trenches of delivery.
Ready to put leadership behind your transformation?
If you’re ready to move beyond hype and into measurable results, partner with Alidade.
Your path to digital and data transformation starts with the right leadership.
Let’s align your strategy, architecture and delivery to measurable outcomes.