About Us
Peter Reynolds is Vice President and Industry Principal of the Operational IT Research Group.
Peter Reynolds is a globally recognized industry analyst and consultant with over 30 years of experience in the energy and manufacturing sectors. As the Vice President of OIT Research Group, Peter helps industrial organizations bridge the gap between executive strategy and technical execution, specifically within the critical intersection of IT and OT.
Prior to founding OIT, Peter served as a Director of Consulting at ARC Advisory Group, where he became a leading voice on Open Systems (OPA), Industrial AI, and digital transformation. His background is rooted in practical application; he previously held leadership roles at Irving Oil, where he managed automation and IT strategy for Canada’s largest refinery. This unique "owner-operator" perspective allows him to deliver research that is not just theoretical, but grounded in the realities of plant operations.
Peter specializes in helping asset owners and technology suppliers navigate the complexities of the modern industrial landscape, from workforce competency to the deployment of next-generation control systems.
Paula Spicer is the Chief Revenue Officer, where she leads the company’s global sales, marketing, and customer success organizations. With a focus on predictable revenue generation and cross-functional collaboration, Paula is dedicated to building scalable engines that drive business expansion.
Paula brings deep expertise in developing client relationships and enterprise partnerships to the executive team. Before joining OIT, she was the Chief Executive Assistant and Officer Manager for the Chairman of a large energy company headquartered in Canada, playing a pivotal role in governance, strategy, and high-level stakeholder management. Her leadership style focuses on data-driven decision-making combined with a "people-first" culture that empowers sales teams to exceed their potential.
Throughout Paula's career, she was dedicated to the philosophy that revenue growth is a byproduct of team development. She specializes in turning around underperforming territories by instilling a culture of accountability, continuous coaching, and clearing obstacles for teams so they can focus on what they do best: solving complex client problems."
Years Of Experience
With over 30 years of experience in the oil & gas, chemicals, and pulp & paper industries, OIT has built a strong foundation in industry analysis, strategic consulting, and project leadership.
Our expertise spans roles as Industry Analyst Firms, Strategy Consulting, and IT-OT Technology Leadership, providing OIT with a well-rounded perspective on industrial operations and technology.
Industry Expertise
OIT has been dedicated to re-shaping and executing manufacturing operations technology strategies.
We possess deep expertise in engineering and construction project execution, along with extensive experience in the energy, chemicals, and pulp & paper industries.
Our knowledge of automation and enterprise software enables businesses to integrate technology seamlessly into their operations.
Functional Expertise
Specializing in industry marketing and messaging strategy, we have a strong background in developing impactful whitepapers, digital strategies, and competitive intelligence for industrial automation and software.
Our expertise includes consulting on digital transformation, IT/OT organizational strategy, and guiding businesses through public speaking engagements, events, and webinars to drive thought leadership and industry innovation.