James Paiva, VP Technology, PASI. IT professional with 20+ years experience in the pharmacy industry as a problem solver, solutions architect and respected team leader. Progressive managing experience that has developed into a senior management position. Effectively leading an array of disciplinary teams such as technical/software support, quality assurance and software development. Hands-on experience in solutioning real-time multi-tier web stacks that maintain high availability, performance and scalability for major retail pharmacy groups including Loblaw Companies Limited, Shoppers Drug Mart, Katz Group, Target Canada and Costco. Extensive knowledge of IS security frameworks and a certified Internal Auditor. Experience in designing systems that conform to high security standards and that meet provincial regulatory privacy requirements.