John Knowles is the Data Analytics Lead at Silver Edge in Perth, driving digital transformation and strategic asset management across Australia's rail, mining, and infrastructure sectors. John has led numerous high-impact projects for major clients in private and public infrastructure. His expertise spans predictive modelling, machine learning applications, asset health forecasting, and the development of sophisticated data visualisation dashboards that transform complex datasets into actionable insights.

John's work in asset management is driven by the opportunity to bridge the gap between engineering practice and modern data science, applying advanced analytics to solve real-world infrastructure challenges. He believes that effective asset management is about creating intelligent systems that enable organisations to make smarter, faster decisions for their critical infrastructure. John is passionate about democratising analytics within organisations, ensuring that data-driven insights are accessible to stakeholders at all levels.