David Priestley

David Priestley is a visionary technology leader with over 30 years of experience in IT strategy, system architecture, and digital transformation. As Chief Information Officer at Cario, David drives the innovation and development of Australia’s leading Freight and Transport Management Software, ensuring businesses have the tools they need to streamline operations, enhance efficiency, and stay ahead in a fast-evolving logistics landscape.

With a career spanning enterprise IT, consulting, and logistics technology, David brings deep expertise in cloud-based platforms, system integrations, and automation. Prior to joining Cario in 2019, he was a Director at Open Systems Professionals for over two decades, where he spearheaded large-scale IT solutions, and also served as IT Director at Parceltrac, gaining first-hand experience in freight technology.

David’s leadership has been instrumental in developing Cario into a scalable, data-driven platform that empowers businesses with real-time freight visibility, seamless multi-carrier integrations, and AI-driven automation. His strategic focus is on creating future-proof, flexible solutions that adapt to the growing complexity of modern supply chains.

At Cario, David is committed to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in freight technology, ensuring that businesses of all sizes - from SMEs to enterprises - can leverage cutting-edge logistics solutions to gain a competitive edge.