Datadog Strengthens APJ Strategy With New Senior Leadership Announcement
Press Release – Datadog
Industry veteran Adrian Towsey to further drive companys regional expansion as rising technology spend heightens demand for observability, security and generative AI.
Datadog, Inc. (NASDAQ: DDOG), the monitoring and security platform for cloud applications, has appointed Adrian Towsey as Vice President of Commercial Sales for Asia Pacific and Japan (APJ), including India.
Towsey is an industry veteran who joins Datadog with more than 25 years of sales and consulting experience in the commercial sector. The newly created role will see him leverage his deep knowledge of the APJ market and cloud software to help customers overcome increasing technological complexities, and optimise their investments into observability, security and generative AI.
Commenting on his appointment, Towsey said, 'After learning about Datadog from industry peers, I quickly discovered the company combines the best of both worlds: a comprehensive platform that enables customers to observe, secure and act on their cloud migrations, security and AI projects, plus a unique culture present across all teams.'
Prior to joining Datadog, Towsey spent 12 years in local and regional leadership positions at Salesforce. This was preceded by senior stints at telecommunications services providers, including Vodafone and Telstra.
Towsey will report to Bill Kohut, Senior Vice President of Global Sales at Datadog, who said, 'Adrian's extensive experience in cloud software and regional go-to-market models will be instrumental in expanding our footprint across the diverse APJ commercial space. Working alongside our midmarket and enterprise teams, his understanding of the unique needs of our customers and partners in this region puts Datadog in an even stronger position to convert on expansion opportunities.'
Towsey's appointment coincides with a surge in technology spend across APJ, which has spurred heightened demand for granular monitoring, analytics and security capabilities for cloud applications, data and infrastructure. Datadog continues to add technical, sales and marketing roles in A/NZ, ASEAN, India, Japan and Korea to support these requirements.
Datadog also recently appointed Yadi Narayana as Chief Technology Officer for APJ, and will soon launch its first Australian data centre instance to support the data sovereignty and residency requirements of customers and partners.
About Datadog
Datadog is the observability and security platform for cloud applications. Our SaaS platform integrates and automates infrastructure monitoring, application performance monitoring, log management, user experience monitoring, cloud security and many other capabilities to provide unified, real-time observability and security for our customers' entire technology stack. Datadog is used by organizations of all sizes and across a wide range of industries to enable digital transformation and cloud migration, drive collaboration among development, operations, security and business teams, accelerate time to market for applications, reduce time to problem resolution, secure applications and infrastructure, understand user behavior and track key business metrics.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release may include certain 'forward-looking statements' within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Securities Act, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended including statements on the benefits of new products and features. These forward-looking statements reflect our current views about our plans, intentions, expectations, strategies and prospects, which are based on the information currently available to us and on assumptions we have made. Actual results may differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements and are subject to a variety of assumptions, uncertainties, risks and factors that are beyond our control, including those risks detailed under the caption 'Risk Factors' and elsewhere in our Securities and Exchange Commission filings and reports, including the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 7, 2025, as well as future filings and reports by us. Except as required by law, we undertake no duty or obligation to update any forward-looking statements contained in this release as a result of new information, future events, changes in expectations or otherwise.
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Techday NZ
an hour ago
- Techday NZ
Refresh smarter, spend smarter: Why flexible IT financing is on the rise
In today's fast-paced business world, owning IT assets outright is becoming increasingly outdated. Technology evolves faster than ever, budgets are under pressure, and flexibility has become a top priority for Australian businesses of all sizes. Rather than investing large amounts of capital in depreciating assets, more businesses are shifting towards more intelligent and agile models, including leasing, financing, and structured refresh programmes. It's not just enterprise giants making the move; mid-sized organisations and growing SMEs are increasingly embracing flexible financing to stay competitive, manage risk, and keep their teams equipped with the latest technology. Here's why the traditional "own and operate" approach is losing its shine — and how a modern financing strategy can help future-proof your IT environment. Why Ownership is Losing Ground Owning technology used to be seen as a long-term investment. Today, it's often a liability. Rapid innovation cycles mean devices become outdated faster than ever. According to Deloitte's 2024 Tech Trends Australia report, 70% of mid-sized businesses plan to refresh major parts of their IT infrastructure within the next two years. Meanwhile, economic uncertainty and rising interest rates are prompting Australian businesses to reassess their capital allocation strategies. NAB's Business Insights show that nearly half of SMEs now prioritise cashflow preservation over asset accumulation. In short, holding onto ageing, depreciating assets ties up capital, increases operational risk, and limits flexibility when businesses need it most. Smarter Financing Options for a Changing Market Today's IT financing models are designed for flexibility and growth. Some of the most popular approaches include: Operating leases: Pay for the use of technology over a set period, without the burden of ownership. Upgrades and returns are built into the model. Pay for the use of technology over a set period, without the burden of ownership. Upgrades and returns are built into the model. Finance leases and chattel mortgages: Structure repayments over time, allowing businesses to own assets at the end if desired — while keeping cashflow healthy during the term. Structure repayments over time, allowing businesses to own assets at the end if desired — while keeping cashflow healthy during the term. Structured refresh programmes: Predetermined upgrade cycles that ensure businesses stay current, competitive, and efficient without spikes in capital expenditure. Predetermined upgrade cycles that ensure businesses stay current, competitive, and efficient without spikes in capital expenditure. Technology Lifecycle Solutions: Comprehensive asset management services that span procurement, usage, upcycling, and responsible retirement — helping to maximise value across the full lifecycle. Leading financial service providers are offering new models that combine financing flexibility with sustainability initiatives, enabling businesses to extend, optimise, or responsibly retire IT assets through services like Asset Upcycling and Tech Buyback programmes. The Business Benefits of Moving to Finance-First Models Free up capital for growth Redirect funds from depreciating equipment to strategic investments, like customer growth, talent acquisition, or innovation projects. Stay agile and current Regular refresh cycles ensure your teams always have access to the latest, most secure technology without the costs and delays of large-scale replacements. Improve security and compliance Older hardware often lags in critical security updates. A structured refresh strategy enables businesses to maintain a strong cybersecurity posture and meet evolving compliance standards. Advance sustainability goals Circular economy models, such as asset upcycling and technology recycling, facilitate the achievement of environmental targets while often recovering residual value from retired assets. Gain predictability and control Fixed monthly costs, flexible end-of-term options, and streamlined asset management help businesses plan better and avoid budget surprises. What to Consider Before Moving to a Finance Model Choosing the right financing strategy means balancing operational needs with financial and strategic goals. Important questions include: How fast does technology evolve in your sector, and how often should you refresh? Do you require full lifecycle support, including maintenance, upgrades, and end-of-life recycling services? Is preserving cash flow and balance sheet flexibility a major driver? How important are sustainability and circular economy initiatives to your business stakeholders? Are you planning for hybrid workforces or technology expansion in the near term? An experienced IT partner can help model various scenarios and design a solution that aligns with both your business and technology objectives. How BPC Commercial Can Help At BPC Commercial, we work closely with businesses across Australia to deliver flexible, cost-effective IT financing solutions. Whether you're looking for a simple lease agreement, a structured refresh programme, or a full Technology Lifecycle Solution with sustainable asset retirement, we can tailor a strategy that supports your growth. We partner with trusted finance providers to ensure our customers get access to the most modern, efficient, and sustainable financing and asset management options available today.
NZ Herald
3 hours ago
- NZ Herald
Donated Colin McCahon and Don Binney works could raise $1m for Auckland art foundation
A 1966 Don Binney painting of a fernbird, donated by Australian philanthropist Dr John Mayo, could raise up to $600,000 at a fundraising auction for the Auckland Art Gallery Foundation. Three paintings bought by a young female law graduate in the 1960s could deliver a $1 million-plus windfall for the Auckland Art Gallery Foundation. The works by Colin McCahon, Don Binney and Richard Killeen will be auctioned in August by Art+Object, with all proceeds going to an endowment fund administered
Scoop
3 hours ago
- Scoop
Double Bonus For City Rail Link's 'Amazing Achievement'
Shifting the bar higher for New Zealand's infrastructure industry has delivered a double bonus for Auckland's game-changing City Rail Link (CRL). The project has received two top-tier leading ratings from the Australian-based Infrastructure Sustainability Council (ISC): An As-Built leading rating specifically for the design and construction of its main C3 tunnels and stations contract delivered by Link Alliance covering the work to build the Te Waihorotiu, Karanga-a-Hape and Maungawhau Stations, including its use of a tunnel boring machine between Maungawhau and Te Waihorotiu. An As-Built leading rating for the overall CRL project covering the design and construction of C1, C2 and C3 contracts - CRL's entire 3.45 kilometres route of tunnels and stations. The CRL is now the first project to be awarded ISC's Leading IS (Mahi Rauora Aratohu version 1) As Built programme rating overall. The entire CRL project—from Waitematā to Maungawhau - is now officially recognised as meeting the highest sustainability standards ever awarded on either side of the Tasman. ISC Chief Executive, Toby Kent, praised the CRL team's 'amazing achievement' and its commitment to the practice of sustainability. 'The ISC is proud to see New Zealand's biggest transport infrastructure project adopt sustainability into the DNA of its operations. This has been an amazing achievement and demonstrates the overwhelmingly positive social, economic and environmental good that is possible to achieve through an IS Rating," Mr Kent says. CRL Ltd Chief Executive, Patrick Brockie, says the Council's independent assessment is a powerful endorsement of the values and hard mahi adopted and demonstrated by the project, contractors and subcontractors from day one. 'Success for CRL Ltd and our Link Alliance delivery partner is testament to the passion, commitment, and tenacity of the many talented people who have delivered a project that is not just good for Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland, but good for the sector, shifting the needle on how we integrate sustainability, environment, social outcomes and culture into large scale infrastructure projects,' says Mr Brockie. The Infrastructure Sustainability Council praised the commitment by CRL Ltd, Link Alliance and mana whenua to imbed Māori cultural values in the project's design, and deliver positive social outcomes for Māori, Pasifika and rangatahi (youth) by creating employment and training opportunities and supporting Māori and Pasifika businesses with supply chain opportunities. 'Te Ao Māori has environmental sustainability at its very core,' says Edith Tuhimata from the project's Mana Whenua Forum, 'and we have an inherent responsibility to future generations for the way we conduct our businesses and the impacts that has on the environment and the people, if we take care of the Taiao (environment), the Taiao will take care of us. Mana Whenua bring a holistic approach to the CRL project to ensure whakapapa links are acknowledged and the best practical environmental, sustainable, social and cultural outcomes are achieved.' Alongside positive social outcomes, the ISC was impressed by CRL's protection of the environment: substantially reducing the project's carbon footprint; savings around the use of construction and operational energy; more efficient use of water and materials; a dramatic reduction in waste earmarked for landfill; use of high-tech computer technology to help produce more efficient design and construction methodology. Link Alliance Project Director Jean-Philippe Guillemenot says: 'We're proud of the environmental, social, cultural and economic outcomes achieved. The innovations developed by the team has left a legacy, many sustainability firsts for New Zealand, and new benchmarks for future infrastructure projects.' Mr Brockie added that once operational in 2026, CRL will give Aucklanders more sustainable transport choices. 'We are determined to leave Auckland a better place than when we started construction and our success with the two Infrastructure Sustainability Council leading ratings certainly demonstrates that we are on the right track,' Mr Brockie says. The contracts included in the ISC leading ratings are: C1 - Waitematā Station (Britomart)/Lower Queen Street and Commercial Bay: designers Aurecon, Mott MacDonald and Jasmax; delivered by Downer and Soletanche Bachy Joint Venture C2 – northern end of Albert Street between Customs Street/Commercial Bay and Wyndham Streets: designers Aurecon, Mott MacDonald, Grimshaw, Jasmax, Arup; delivered by Connectus (McConnell Dowell and Downer Joint Venture) C3 - Main Tunnel, Stations, Western Line Connection and Rail Systems, delivered by Link Alliance (Vinci Construction Grands Projets, Downer, Soletanche Bachy, WSP, AECOM, Tonkin+Taylor and CRL Ltd) Iwi represented on CRL's Mana Whenua Forum: Te Ākitai Waiohua, Te Kawerau a Maki, Ngāti Maru, Ngāti Paoa, Ngāi Tai ki Tāmaki, Ngāti Tamaoho, Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei, Ngāti Te Ata Waiohua
