James Burchill

Business Systems Architect · CTO · Bestselling Author

I design and build business systems, write, and explore ideas across business and technology.

My career spans nearly four decades across software engineering, entrepreneurship, publishing, and teaching. I currently serve as CTO at Tooljar and pursue independent projects.

Work and writing

The Vault

Essays, notes, and practical resources drawn from my work and interests.

Driftinel

An independent software project I’m developing.

Because Drift Happens

My thinking on how systems change over time and stay aligned with their purpose.

About

Over the years, I’ve founded companies, led engineering teams, built software platforms, and written three bestselling books. I’ve also taught at Sheridan College and McMaster University.

I enjoy understanding how things work, making them better, and sharing what I learn.

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