About Our Founder
Gerald West
About Gerald West, Founder of CaroKahn
Gerald West is an SAP security and controls specialist and leader with more than two decades of experience helping global organizations fortify their ERP environments and navigate complex compliance demands.
His passion for strategic problem-solving took shape early in his career, where he identifie
About Gerald West, Founder of CaroKahn
Gerald West is an SAP security and controls specialist and leader with more than two decades of experience helping global organizations fortify their ERP environments and navigate complex compliance demands.
His passion for strategic problem-solving took shape early in his career, where he identified a gap between technology-driven security measures and the critical need to align those measures with real-world business contexts.
Over the years, Gerald has led high-stakes security initiatives for Fortune 500 companies, guided cross-functional teams through large-scale SAP deployments, and introduced holistic frameworks that reduce risk without stifling innovation.
His CLEAR methodology and CSI GAME framework—both pioneered during his time advising on dozens of enterprise transformation projects—emphasize people-centric controls, making compliance an integrated part of everyday operations.
Under Gerald’s leadership, CaroKahn is built on the principle that true value in SAP security comes from blending technical prowess with strategic foresight and human engagement. By treating each client’s unique challenges as an opportunity to build a stronger, more resilient business, he ensures CaroKahn delivers outcomes that last well beyond a single audit cycle.
Beyond his consulting work, Gerald is an active contributor to industry thought leadership forums, a regular speaker on topics like “context-engineered security,” and a champion of knowledge-sharing across IT and business communities.
When he’s not collaborating with clients or refining the latest CaroKahn methodology, Gerald enjoys exploring chess strategies—the inspiration behind the firm’s name—and drawing parallels between dynamic board tactics and modern SAP security practices.
“A well-designed system of controls is as much about empowering people as it is about protecting data,” Gerald often says. It’s a philosophy that continues to guide every engagement, shaping CaroKahn’s reputation as a trusted partner for businesses seeking both protection and growth.
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