Name: Dr Tim Rains

Company: BT Active Intelligence

Job Title: Lead Geospatial Data Scientist

Biography

Tim is a Lead Geospatial Data Scientist with experience in transport research, mobility analytics, and retail location strategy. He began his career collecting and analysing transport data for clients across the public and private sectors. He later worked in retail location and strategic analytics at Sainsbury’s, developing geospatial data, tools, and models to understand changes in consumer behaviour. He also completed a PhD using loyalty card data to understand consumer dynamics. At BT, Tim applies advanced geospatial data science techniques to design and deliver mobility-driven products used across multiple sectors, translating complex movement data into actionable insight and commercial value.