Bruce Saari, Pmp, Csm Email & Phone Number

Secaucus, New Jersey, Us

As a Senior Project Manager, I integrated Scrum methodologies within an Agile environment for project planning and internal software development, aiming to streamline processes for enhanced efficiency and cost-effectiveness. I worked alongside our Technical Lab team to create and implement testing environments tailored for clients. My approach to client partnerships focused on fostering open communication and thorough information collection to develop testing environment solutions that align with their engineering needs.Key achievements in this role include:• Reducing the resolution time for client engineering-request tickets and improving data quality, which contributed to setting up effective testing environments.• Successfully transitioning a major client application to an offshore team in Taipei, completing the task two weeks before the planned delivery date.• Optimizing the hardware process from start to full deployment, achieving a 3-week reduction in time and a 40% decrease in errors.

Bellevue, Wa, Us

During my 10-month contract, I managed quarterly SOX compliance controls within the Product and Technology organization. In collaboration with the SOX analyst and technology experts, I facilitated the provision of necessary evidence for SOX security audits. I spearheaded C-suite discussions to refine SOX security-audit procedures and was responsible for the remediation of all application vulnerabilities in the organization. My key accomplishments include: • Swiftly identifying and addressing deficiencies in the SOX security evidence collection process.• Reducing the total security vulnerabilities by 70 percent.• Consistently deploying all quarterly Unix security patches well before the due dates.

Bellevue, Washington, Us

During my four-month tenure, I functioned as a contract project manager, overseeing the development of an Agile approach for the IT Operations team. This role involved expediting the identification of production-impacting issues and refining processes for more efficient resolution. In collaboration with full-time project managers, I assessed and provided guidance on program delivery. Additionally, I managed the upgrade of the MS Team Foundation Server and conducted training for technical teams on utilizing the new tools and features of the server.Key accomplishments include:• In partnership with a fellow project manager, I co-developed a streamlined engagement process that led to the swift resolution of critical issues and enhanced collaboration with the IT Operations team.• By implementing Scrum methodology, I revamped the issue-resolution procedures, cutting down the IT service ticket resolution time from three weeks to under one week.

Redmond, Washington, Us

In my role as a program manager on a two-and-a-half-year contract, I managed the Skype for Business Independent Software Vendor (ISV) certification process, ensuring compliance with Microsoft standards. I established relationships with third-party certification labs and set the certification criteria. Additionally, I integrated ISV partners into the Microsoft Visual Studio Online (VSO) platform for efficient bug triage and test-case management.Key accomplishments include:• Improving the Skype for Business offerings for on-premise and cloud-based enterprise customers, particularly in the Customer Care and Financial Services sectors.• Spearheading the development and deployment of a dashboard for ISV partners, facilitating immediate access to VSO projects.• Organizing and conducting workshops with engineering partners to pinpoint API dependencies and collaborative milestones, leading to the development of comprehensive collaboration roadmaps for creating joint customer solutions.

Kirkland, Wa, Us

In my contract role, I integrated key aspects of the Agile methodology to establish the criteria and duties for the newly established release manager role at the company. I collaborated with product owners across various business units to create a process that would accurately reflect project updates during each sprint's release.Key achievements include:• Refining the process for establishing User Acceptance Testing (UAT) criteria, ensuring a smooth transition to the testing team.• Implementing current burn-down charts, offering business owners transparent insights into project progress and facilitating product handovers.

Redmond, Washington, Us

In my role as Program Manager for Microsoft Mobile Phone Operators, I orchestrated the Windows 10 upgrade, acting as the intermediary between Verizon and Microsoft's Program Managers. The successful results encompassed ensuring third-party applications were prepared for the Windows 10 upgrade, maintaining current status reports globally, and resolving all critical issues prior to the Windows 10 upgrade.

Redmond, Washington, Us

As the Team Project Leader for the Cortana Conversational Understanding (CU) team, notable achievements include:- Resolving all priority one Cortana bugs before deployment hand-off.- Meeting all key performance indicator milestones for each release project phase.

Redmond, Washington, Us

Program leader for Microsoft Information Technology (MSIT) for on boarding new projects and software.Successful results included: Released new software and infrastructure upgrades for Microsoft retail Stores with streamlined processes from development to release and handing off issues from Retail Help desk to Sustain Engineering and Network Operations

Toronto, Ontario, Ca

Served as Scrum Master for five successful iterations of the company's website upgrade. Ensured a smooth transition by handing off responsibilities to a full-time employee returning from maternity leave.

Seattle, Wa, Us

The full deployment of Kaspersky now encompasses remote regions in Africa. The SCOM build and release prerequisites have been met. The project has seamlessly transitioned to a full-time staff member who has come back from maternity leave.

Redmond, Wa, Us

Achievement: Led the project management for the enterprise transition from IE6 to IE8 and XP to Windows 7, completing the upgrade three weeks ahead of schedule. Developed and managed a SharePoint site providing project status updates for executive review at each project phase.

Redmond, Washington, Us

Successes include a 15% reduction in software release time to the network, delivery of Windows 7 upgrade test software, release of Windows Vista SP2 and Internet Explorer 8, and successful delivery of security patches within two days. Collaborated with offshore teams to streamline processes in accordance with Microsoft requirements and developed workflow processes with business teams to minimize negative impacts on deployments.

Espoo, Southern Finland, Fi

Success: The SharePoint site implementation was completed within the deadline and budget constraints. Full access to SharePoint has been confirmed for all employees.

Bellevue, Wa, Us

Success: Successfully delivered project objectives for enterprise level Remedy Care upgrade, delivered functional requirements and testing scenarios on time.

Dallas, Tx, Us

Having spent over a decade at AT&T Wireless, my roles have evolved significantly. In the Project Management Office (PMO), I dedicated over seven years as a Project Manager/Release Manager, aiding in the four-year goal to implement Siebel CRM across the 3G National Wireless Network. My accomplishments encompass the creation of an enterprise communication template and the integration of project delivery plans across more than twenty teams. I orchestrated the collaboration of business, engineering, and development teams to ensure the timely quarterly releases of the Siebel implementation and effectively employed the SDLC methodology in partnership with development teams focused on voice and data technologies.

Project Management Professional (Pmp)

Materials Engineering