The answer to what's next and what to do about it.
Fifty years translating each new wave of technology for people looking to use it, from the rise of PCs to the advent of AI.
Henry Collins
Fifty years. Five transitions.
Each era taught the same lesson: technology only matters when there is someone who can explain what to do with it. Open any transition.
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Developed custom business applications, CRM systems, and FileMaker solutions that transformed manual, repetitive workflows into streamlined, automated business processes.
In 1988, developed and presented the concept for DIGIT (Digitally Integrated Graphic Images and Text) Systems & Technology to Edgell Communications (formerly HBJ). The publication was dedicated to the emerging desktop publishing and graphics software industries, years before the market matured into one of the publishing industry's most lucrative sectors.
As a contributor to major consumer and trade publications, reported on and reviewed the technologies that put a personal computer on every desk in America, translating technical innovation into practical buying advice for everyday consumers.
Wrote consumer and technical marketing copy for Panasonic, Sony, Bogen Communications, Fuji Tape, and Sansui. In Japan, helped Pioneer, NEC, and Seiko introduce emerging technologies to mainstream consumers, learning how to make the unfamiliar feel inevitable.
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People who’ve worked with Henry.
“Henry is a well-educated, visionary writer. With abundant personal experience working with audio and in live entertainment, Henry brings to his audience a fresh perspective that is not only informative, but hands-on practical.”
“Henry was providing graphic design, copy-writing services and consultation for my business. Henry has an incredible way of formulating thoughts and ideas into graphics and words. He was a tremendous tool for my business. I would highly recommend Henry for any business or company looking to take the next positive step in dynamically marketing their products or services.”
“Henry Collins is one of the most amazing individuals I know. I met him at HBJ Publications, where he was copy chief par excellence with an excellent design sensibility in what was, essentially, an in-house advertising agency. Henry was (and IS!) extraordinarily talented. Always professional in his demeanor, thoroughly engaged with his work, demonstrating impeccable ethics in his conduct, and generous with his expertise toward his colleagues, he has always been someone I have admired. I just wish I could write as good a headline as he always has!”
“Henry Collins has been our FileMaker developer for the past ten years. He is dedicated to understanding client goals and seeing the software development through to the finish line.Custom software development always takes further beta testing and tweaking to ensure the system runs properly and Henry has always been there to fix small issues that streamline the software system. His steadfast dedication to making a system that is functional and reliable has helped our business grow over the years.”
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