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Biogen Idec II
Biogen Idec has also announced the appointment of Adriana (Andi) Karaboutis as executive Vice President, Technology and Business Solutions. She will take over on September 24 and will report to CEO George Scangos.
Karaboutis will lead Biogen Idec’s IT operations, including leveraging analytics to help drug discovery, and creating patient tools such as wearable and ingestible devices.
“Andi is a remarkable technology leader who will enable Biogen Idec to infuse digital innovation at all levels of our business and research organizations,” said George Scangos.
“As the pace of digital innovation accelerates, Andi will play a critical role in our mission to improve human health and support those who serve patients. She views data and information as a new currency to gain insights, tailor conversations, improve research and achieve business goals.”
Karaboutis previously worked at Dell as Vice President and Chief Information Officer (CIO). She has also held senior IT roles at Ford Motor Company and General Motors.
