Dr Fahimeh McGregor – Zaeri
Founder & Owner of Delta Informed Decisions
(BSc, MSc (UTM), Phd (AUT))
Qualifications
- Doctor of Philosophy – Adoption of Technology and Data Visualisation in Operation Management
- Masters of Science – Design Process Management
- Bachelor of Science – Civil Engineering
Awards
- Special Merit Award Winner (2017) | National Association of Women in Construction
- Research Award Finalist (2017) | Project Management Institute of New Zealand
- Vice Chancellor Award (2014) | AUT University (3yrs scholarship)
- Summer Research award | AUT University
- First-ranked Student | Bachelor’s degree
Dr. Fahimeh McGregor-Zaeri
Founder | Executive AI Thought Partner | Business Transformation Strategist
As the visionary behind DELTA Informed Decisions, Dr. Fahimeh McGregor-Zaeri partners with executive teams to transform complex data environments into confident, informed decision-making. With over two decades of global experience in engineering, digital transformation, and project leadership, she helps organizations navigate change by aligning data, people, and strategy.
Fahimeh is the creator of the DELTA framework—a proprietary, research-based methodology that supports organizations to:
- Build a data strategy that connects directly to their business goals
- Engage leadership in making evidence-based, forward-looking decisions
- Embed a culture of transparency, learning, and continuous improvement
Her work has generated over $2.7 million in operational gains across sectors such as infrastructure, healthcare, government, NGOs, and education. She is an AUT Vice Chancellor’s Award recipient, a PMINZ Research Finalist, and a recognized advocate for women-led transformation in business and policy.
🧭 The DELTA Framework: A Compass for Informed Decisions
The DELTA Framework: A Compass for Informed Decisions
DELTA is more than a framework—it’s a strategic mindset designed to help leadership teams make informed decisions in complex, rapidly evolving environments.
Purposefully technology-agnostic and built on real-world insights, the DELTA model guides organizations to:
- Diagnose inefficiencies using evidence-based evaluation tools
- Empower people to take ownership of change and build capability
- Develop leadership through lean thinking, alignment, and measurable clarity
- Promote transparency through shared metrics and visible performance
- Drive adoption with intelligence—ensuring every data and tech investment is grounded in business purpose
“Whether you’re navigating AI adoption or operational transformation, DELTA helps align data, people, and process—so informed decisions become your default, not the exception.”
Meet the Team
John McGregor
Co-Founder | Strategic Advisor – Business Growth & Partnerships
John is the co-founder of DELTA Informed Decisions and a seasoned strategic advisor with over 28 years of experience in sales, technology integration, and stakeholder engagement across New Zealand’s central government and financial services sectors.
With a deep understanding of enterprise technology and a proven track record in building trusted relationships, John brings a commercial lens to DELTA’s long-term vision. His focus is on strategic navigation, enabling the business to align its data-driven transformation services with market needs and evolving leadership challenges.
Known for his outcome-driven approach, John has consistently led high-performing teams and built enduring partnerships with clients, technology providers, and government agencies. His insights ensure DELTA remains connected to real-world business value, enterprise-scale thinking, and collaborative growth.