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Role
relating to Information Systems covered
understanding how the business currently runs and how technology can improve
and be applied to solve problems and improve operations so that IT is used
to make better decisions and manage the business:-
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Have
been the architect/evangelist responsible for assimilating all tactical and
strategic direction from the Divisions, industry trends, and customer
requirements into cohesive
roadmaps and clear technology directions. This includes planning
& policy issues, data resource management, applications resource
management, and technology resource management.
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Developing
Group wide strategic, operational and tactical plans for ensuring
alignment of IT with overall business strategies, recognising the
use of IT as a strategic business tool, and providing leadership and
vision for the effective integration and delivery of business
information services.
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Developing
detailed blueprints for the implementation of the IT initiative dovetailed
with the HR, OD or other Change initiatives simultaneously being
implemented,
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IT
enabled re-engineering of business processes throughout the group companies
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Evaluation,
selection and implementation of ERP/MRP packages which included
international packages such as SAP R/3, Oracle, BPCS, BaaN, MfgPro,
Avalon etc. and local products such as Ramco Marshal & Mamis, under
different environments like C, C++, Visual Basic, HTML, Java, Interdev,
Oracle, MS-SQL, DB2, OS/400, UNIX, and Windows NT.
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Unparalleled
understanding of when and where to leverage out-source
partnerships and the experience of successfully managing such
partnerships. Clinching the best deals for the organisation in the
procurement of products and services while managing
a multi crore IT budget. Work with outside vendors (the 'best of
breed' of today's technology leaders like Microsoft, Oracle, IBM,
Hewlett Packard, Dell, Bay Networks, Lotus Domino, and more), to
schedule and implement system upgrades and/or enhancements
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Enterprise
wide communication solutions including VSATs, Leased lines and Dial up
facilities. Responsible for advancing shared
information architecture throughout the organisation. Familiarity
with current standards in network and desktop hardware and software,
file/print services, messaging / GroupWare, and LAN/WAN management
systems for complex enterprise networks and large centres of
geographically diverse computing resources. Responsibilities include network
architecture and design, building high availability, high reliability
systems that include mirroring and redundancy, implementing System
and Network security tools and procedures. Knowledge and experience with
SSL, encryption, Firewalls, Routers, as well as convergence of data and
voice technologies. Involvement in upgrading of networks, remote access,
business recovery plans and imaging/document management.
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Outsourcing
development of a web-based dot-com solution Designing and developing Electronic
Commerce, EDI, Internet, Extranet and Intranet based enterprise-wide
strategies and architectures. Planning, designing and guiding the
secure development of external and internal network computing
environments, architecture and infrastructure (web, firewalls, etc.)
including secure remote access infrastructure, including dial-in and
dedicated communications with business partners. Providing web and
application hosting services as well as eCommerce solutions to driving
mission critical 24 x 7 delivery of a vertical Internet
business-to-business web hosting service
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Strong
& large scale contract management, project management and vendor management experience
for ERP implementation while ensuring day-to-day operations of
computer facilities and networks through proper interfacing with service
providers.
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Member
of the senior executive
management team with a demonstrated ability to use benefits of IT to
solve business issues while also managing costs and risks. Managed a
budget of Rs.100 million, and motivated and directed more than 30
professionals. Demonstrated skill as an exceptional
communicator and team player who thrives in a collaborative,
values-based environment.
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Have
been responsible for internal consulting and strategic development projects. facilitating
business unit efforts to develop business plans and strategies, leading
cross-functional teams to rationalise and improve processes. Other
responsibilities included acting as member of IT
steering committee of all the Divisions.
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Leading
the group through a transition from the current systems & operations
to an environment where IT plays
a mission critical role.
Responsibilities
include:
Responsibilities included technology,
architecture, and application development. Major functions included the
development of multiple applications in various platforms in a client-server
and web-based environment, and establishing the technology direction
company-wide. Tracked record of success in design,
development, and large-scale technology implementation.
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