Joseph Breen Email & Phone Number

Birmingham, Gb

United Kingdom

A Microsoft Data Platform expert focusing on D365 Reporting (ERP & CRM), Solution Architecture, Data Strategy, and Consultancy. Advising clients to automate processes using frameworks and ARM templates, modernise systems, and empower businesses.As a Dynamics 365 and Microsoft Data Platform Consultant, I specialise in creating AI-driven solutions that unlock the potential of data, provide strategic guidance for seamless D365 integration, and enable informed decision-making through advanced analytics.A notable achievement in my time so far: I Led a Data Architecture and Technology review for a prominent international food and drink supplier, focusing on current core technologies such as AX2012, SQL Server, Analysis Services, Reporting Services, Integration Services, and Power BI. The aim was to thoroughly evaluate the existing data architecture and pinpoint opportunities for improvements & modernisation.The outcome was a strategic plan to modernise the data architecture, utilising the advanced capabilities of the modern Microsoft Data Platform. This initiative marked a critical step towards achieving cloud readiness, ensuring the organisation is well-positioned to harness insightful data-driven decision-making and operational efficiency.

Virtual Worker

As a Senior Data Analytics Consultant specialising in Dynamics 365 (ERP & CRM), I provided technical expertise and strategic advice to clients on harnessing the Microsoft Data Platform and its suite of technologies to overcome critical business challenges. Notable projects included:International Investment Firm – D365 FO ImplementationI led the reporting and analytics workstream for a Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations (D365 FO) rollout for a renowned European investment firm. My responsibilities spanned conducting workshops, delivering training sessions, blueprinting, and gathering requirements. Collaborating closely with business Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and developers, I developed reporting solutions that complied with rigorous legal and financial regulations. This effort leveraged the comprehensive capabilities of the Microsoft Data Platform, including standard D365 FO reporting tools and Power BI for enhanced data visualization and analysis.European Transport Operator – D365 CE Implementation and System IntegrationsI led the reporting and analytics workstream for a D365 CE implementation for a major European transport operator, focusing on the reporting for several D365 CE modules. This role involved complex data modelling using disparate source systems, requirements gathering, fostering collaboration with external providers, overseeing system integrations, and crafting Power BI reports. It also included managing stakeholders and utilising Azure Synapse Link and Synapse Analytics to achieve sophisticated data integration and analytics solutions.

Poole, England, United Kingdom

I led the Business Intelligence (BI) team, taking charge of delivering BI and data services across most functional areas within the organisation. My tenure was marked by close collaboration with an array of domain experts and data professionals, ensuring the understanding, prioritisation, and execution of data products and services utilising the Microsoft BI stack.During my leadership, I successfully established an in-house BI team, markedly reducing our dependency on external resources. This strategic transition expanded the team from a solitary internal role to a dynamic group of more than five full-time members, alongside several contractors. I project managed the development and implementation of a service delivery framework, which consistently ensured the production of high-quality ETLs and data products aligning with both functional requirements and user experience (UX) standards.I was entrusted with leading the enterprise-wide deployment of the Power BI service, a responsibility that involved strategising the rollout to the entire organization. To achieve this, I organised cross-functional teams, bringing together expertise from various departments to ensure that our internal processes, governance, and security measures were thoroughly aligned and fit for purpose. This collaborative effort was crucial in establishing a solid foundation for the Power BI service, ensuring it met our stringent standards for security and operational efficiency.Furthermore, I led establishing a Centre of Excellence for Power BI reporting. This initiative was designed to be a knowledge hub, offering training, support, and resources to empower users across the organisation. The Centre of Excellence aimed to foster a culture of continuous learning and innovation, enabling teams to fully leverage Power BI’s capabilities to enhance their analytics and reporting processes.

Poole

I oversaw the data management and business intelligence (BI) solutions derived from the AX 2012 ERP system, working in close collaboration with the broader Application Support team to maintain and support the AX2012 application. My role encompassed coordinating business process alignment across requirements gathering, development phases, and testing protocols.Key achievements from this role include the development of robust relationships with domain experts, the introduction of new operational methodologies encompassing full lifecycle management, and the strategic upgrade and migration of existing solutions to dedicated BI servers. These initiatives significantly mitigated risks to production environments, transitioning from a pattern of frequent adverse events to achieving a state of zero incidents. Furthermore, I played a critical role in enhancing the stability of core data services through comprehensive refactoring and the integration of best practices in existing ETL processes.

Poole

In my capacity within the Royal National Lifeboat Institution's (RNLI) Operational Research Unit (ORU), I played a pivotal role in facilitating strategic decision-making processes. My contributions involved the development of statistical life risk models and the enhancement of our data through advanced data science techniques. The primary tools of my trade included the spatial analysis software ArcGIS and statistical packages in R.As the lead analyst, I was instrumental in delivering the critical data and analysis for eight significant reviews concerning life risk and asset disposition. These reviews were crucial in informing decisions that involved multi-million-pound financial commitments.

Poole

in my role, I managed the RNLI's operational spatial data services, focusing on the delivery of comprehensive spatial datasets via self-serve analysis tools, and ensuring the availability of core operational datasets essential for the organisation's day-to-day functions. My expertise in utilising ArcGIS significantly elevated the value of these services, enabling the integration and analysis of complex spatial data to support a variety of operational needs.Additionally, I took on the responsibility of generating ad-hoc analysis projects tailored to support operational decision-makers. Through sophisticated data analysis and leveraging the capabilities of ArcGIS, I was able to provide insightful, data-driven support that informed strategic decisions and optimised operational efficiency. My efforts were instrumental in empowering decision-makers with actionable intelligence, thereby enhancing the overall decision-making process within the organisation.