Steven McKay Joins Quandary Peak Research as Strategic Investment in Software Litigation Expertise

Industry veteran brings 25+ years of enterprise IT and cloud infrastructure leadership to strengthen Quandary Peak's litigation consulting practice.

LOS ANGELES, April 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Quandary Peak Research is pleased to announce the addition of Steven McKay as Senior Litigation Specialist, expanding the firm's ability to provide expert insight in complex software-related legal matters. With over 25 years of experience in IT strategy, enterprise systems, and large-scale infrastructure programs, McKay brings a rare combination of technical depth and executive leadership to litigation consulting. His appointment reflects Quandary Peak's continued momentum as a trusted source for source code analysis, expert witness services, and real-world technical perspective in software litigation, including breach-of-contract disputes.

"Bringing Steven on board is a strategic move in strengthening our team of enterprise IT experts," said George Edwards, President & Principal Computer Scientist at Quandary Peak Research. "He's led large-scale IT initiatives, worked across complex ERP and cloud environments, and really understands how these systems succeed—or fail—in the real world. That kind of perspective is invaluable in the cases we handle. As the demand for clear, technically grounded litigation support keeps rising, Steven's experience will help us deliver the depth and credibility our clients expect."

Steven McKay has built a distinguished career in IT leadership, serving Fortune 500 companies, public institutions, and global consulting firms. Over the past two decades, he has led cloud transformation programs, ERP system implementations, and data center consolidation efforts—translating business goals into successful technology outcomes. Notably, during his tenure at Atos, he expanded a global transformation team from 25 to 75 and grew its revenue fivefold, from $5 million to $25 million.

His background spans industries including insurance, education, and enterprise consulting, with prior roles at James River Insurance, Siemens IT Solutions & Services, and the University of North Texas. He holds an M.S. and B.S. in Computer Science, is a certified PMP, and holds AWS and ITIL credentials. This new role marks McKay's entry into litigation consulting, bringing his deep industry experience to bear on cases involving software project disputes, system malfunctions, and breach-of-contract claims.

"Joining the software experts at Quandary Peak marks a new chapter in my career," McKay said. "I'm eager to leverage my decades of experience leading intricate IT programs and technology transformations to assist legal teams in navigating the technical complexities of software disputes. This is an opportunity for me to tackle new challenges, collaborate with exceptional colleagues, and contribute to high-stakes matters where precision is paramount."

As a Senior Litigation Specialist, McKay will focus on software failure, project delay, IT system assessments, and expert witness services in cases involving enterprise software, ERP, and cloud implementations. He will support clients across the U.S. from the Washington, D.C. area.

McKay's hiring comes amid continued growth at Quandary Peak, as the firm expands its roster of expert witnesses to meet increasing demand from law firms and corporations navigating complex technology disputes. The company remains committed to strategic hiring that enhances its credibility, technical fluency, and litigation expertise. McKay will play a key role in upcoming engagements related to enterprise IT project failure and software contract litigation, further strengthening Quandary Peak's ability to deliver high-impact analysis in high-stakes cases.

"Steven's combination of hands-on technical expertise and enterprise-scale program leadership is rare," said Rick Watts, Enterprise Architecture & IT Expert at Quandary Peak. "What stood out to me was his ability to translate complex IT architectures into actionable insights, which is particularly valuable in our litigation work. I'm confident he'll be a tremendous asset to our clients and our team of experts."

About Quandary Peak Research

Quandary Peak Research provides expert analysis of complex technology to companies, law firms, and investors. Quandary Peak's clients utilize their computer and software expertise in civil litigation, including cases alleging patent infringement, copyright infringement, trade secret misappropriation, and breach-of-contract, among others. Software experts at Quandary Peak perform source code analysis, technical due diligence, software quality audits, and forensic investigations. Quandary Peak experts also testify as expert witnesses at hearings and trials in U.S. District Court, state courts, the International Trade Commission (ITC), the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), and other venues.

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