Executive Summary
Javier Sales is the Digital Services Manager and Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at BDO Costa Rica. He has over 23 years of experience leading strategic Information Technology functions in both local and regional organizations, including senior corporate positions across various industries. His career is distinguished by his ability to align technology with business objectives, driving operational efficiency and digital transformation.
Throughout his professional journey, Javier has led projects in IT management and governance, the implementation of modern technology infrastructures, and cloud service migrations. He also has extensive experience in cybersecurity, application development, and the deployment of enterprise solutions such as ERP, CRM, and industry-specific platforms. In addition, he has been responsible for establishing control frameworks based on international best practices including ITIL, COBIT, and ISO 27001, contributing to enhanced technology capabilities and regulatory compliance in highly demanding operational environments.
Javier holds a degree in Computer Engineering from Universidad Latinoamericana de Ciencia y Tecnología (ULACIT). He also holds a Master’s in IT Management and an MBA from the Universidad Latina de Costa Rica. He is certified in ITIL, COBIT, and Scrum, supporting his structured approach to managing digital projects and services.