Anixter International Inc.: Wiring Up Business Transformation

Anixter helps to build, connect, power and protect valuable assets and critical infrastructures for about 130,000 customers around the world. Its business segments include Network and Security Solutions (NSS), Electrical and Electronic Solutions (EES) and Utility Power Solutions (UPS).

‘‘Anixter offers almost anything related to cabling or electrical applications,’’ says Ed Rogowski, senior vice president, internal audit and chief audit executive. ‘‘If you’re constructing an office building, for instance, we can provide the products and solutions to set up the electrical service, computer networks, security, A/V, wireless and more.’’ In this profile, Rogowski explains how he uses innovative solutions to build his internal audit team and handle successful business transformations.