Adapt IT Heavy Industries is pleased to announce the appointment of Henry Fourie as Senior Research & Development Manager, effective 1 April 2026.
Henry brings more than two decades of experience in software development, enterprise architecture and technology leadership, with a career spanning South Africa and the United Kingdom. He has held a range of senior technical roles, including Senior Developer, Architect and IT Manager, leading teams responsible for enterprise systems, software delivery and large-scale digital initiatives.
In this role, Henry will lead research and development efforts across the Heavy Industries portfolio, with responsibility for shaping product development priorities and supporting the continued evolution of its technology platforms. His appointment reflects Adapt IT’s ongoing commitment to strengthening IntelliPERMIT’s technology foundations and advancing the next generation of solutions for industries operating in complex, high-risk environments.
As a specialised solution within Adapt IT’s Heavy Industries portfolio, IntelliPERMIT supports organisations in sectors such as energy, oil and gas, mining and manufacturing with software designed to improve control of work, strengthen compliance, and enable safer, more efficient operations. As customer requirements continue to evolve, Adapt IT remains focused on ensuring the IntelliPERMIT platform is well positioned to support future operational, integration and innovation needs.
Henry’s experience in enterprise technology leadership and software architecture will support this strategic direction, reinforcing Adapt IT’s focus on delivering robust, scalable and industry-aligned solutions to customers.
