Brian Hopkins is Principal Analyst at Forrester Research where he covers emerging technology and its impact on business and IT for Enterprise Architecture Professionals. His research provides practical advice to architects and IT strategists seeking to leverage new information management tools and techniques while dealing with current-state challenges. In addition, Brian provides insights for enterprise architects in the insurance and defense industries, where he has extensive experience. Brian has 14 years of experience in IT as an advisor, strategist, architect, and manager. Before joining Forrester, he worked for CNA Financial Services, a $9B insurance company. Previously, Brian worked as an architect, business analyst, technology expert, and program manager in the defense industry. Brian holds a B.S. in electrical engineering from Texas A&M University (1989).