Kjetil Skinlo is an experienced leader in Software Asset Management (SAM) with over 30 years of expertise in IT and business management. He currently serves as the Section Leader for IT Asset Management at Sykehuspartner. He has earlier played a key role in establishing IT system monitoring and managing critical operations for healthcare systems. His responsibilities include overseeing asset management configuration management and catalogue management to support the effective operation of IT systems across the healthcare sector. Kjetil’s career includes extensive experience in ITIL-based workflows, project management, and service delivery, with a focus on the digitalization and standardization of IT operations. He has led the integration of newly acquired companies and departments into existing corporate systems, driving efficiency and consistency in IT service management. In previous roles, Kjetil has contributed to the development of IT strategies for organizations in sectors such as telecommunications, finance, and large-scale enterprises. He has been involved in asset management, vendor management, and cost-saving initiatives, and has been instrumental in managing the transition of IT systems to meet evolving business needs. His work has significantly contributed to the optimization of IT processes and the successful implementation of IT strategies within various industries.

The Pop in Your Job:
"I am driven by the desire to bring structure to chaos and turn ambitious visions into reality. I thrive on solving complex problems and planning for the long term, always seeking ways to refine systems and improve efficiency. Intellectual challenges excite me, and I find fulfillment in creating sustainable, high-impact solutions that make a meaningful difference.

What motivates me most is the pursuit of knowledge and mastery. I’m passionate about finding innovative approaches and working toward purposeful outcomes, whether independently or with equally driven collaborators who share my commitment to excellence.

I love my job because it allows me to tackle stimulating challenges and bring order to complexity. Seeing my ideas take shape and deliver tangible results is deeply rewarding, and it reinforces my drive to keep pushing boundaries and creating meaningful progress."

Sykehuspartner, a subsidiary of Helse Sør-Øst, provides ICT, project management, logistics, and HR services to all hospitals in the region. As Norway's largest regional health authority, Helse Sør-Øst RHF serves approximately 3.1 million people. Sykehuspartner manage critical ICT systems supporting both clinical and administrative operations, including infrastructure, networks, and workstations for over 81.000 users, ensuring reliable functionality across the healthcare network. Each day, 1 million messages are exchanged between our ICT systems, users, healthcare enterprises, medical offices, and municipalities. These messages include referrals, requisitions, and test results, among others. By combining knowledge of the healthcare sector with technological expertise, Sykehuspartner delivers future-oriented and efficient solutions that help healthcare professionals focus on their primary task—patient care. Sykehuspartner employs around 2,000 staff members. The headquarter is located in Drammen, and we also have offices in Oslo, Grimstad, Porsgrunn, Fredrikstad, Gjøvik, Hamar, Lillehammer, and Tynset.