Ganesh Ladchumanopaskeran Email & Phone Number

Redmond, Washington, Us

As the Head of IT at Microsoft, my role involves steering digital innovation throughout the unique yet interconnected South-East Asian and South Asian regions, part of the larger Asia domain. My team is instrumental in developing and deploying sophisticated digital IT solutions, vital for opening new business opportunities and advancing technological progress.Our strategy centers around embracing the forefront of technological trends, particularly in AI, DevOps, and automation. This focus is essential for refining our digital strategies and ensuring the impeccable functioning of crucial IT infrastructure. We aim to keep Microsoft at the forefront of digital innovation, offering flexible and cutting-edge technological solutions that meet our clients' evolving needs.With a rich background spanning over 25 years in IT management, my areas of expertise have grown to include AI, DevOps, and automation. This specialization is key in skillfully managing complex IT structures and navigating the diverse organizational landscapes of these regions. My approach is based on thorough strategic planning and effective communication, cultivating a team-oriented environment that elevates performance, maximizes operational efficiency, and fulfills our strategic aims.

Redmond, Washington, Us

As a strategic leader, I directed IT support initiatives across eight South-East Asian nations, servicing over 1,000 users and maintaining more than 10,000 connected systems. I assumed the pivotal role of primary contact for business requirements, adeptly aligning them with suitable IT services. By cultivating resilient relationships between the IT department and business units, I enhanced collaborative endeavors. My responsibilities included managing an annual IT budget geared towards geographically diverse sites with a global vision. Moreover, I designed and implemented user productivity programs that led to a decrease in Help Desk calls and a measurable improvement in user productivity.

Redmond, Washington, Us

I managed IT support operations for five distinct South-East Asian locations, assisting over 500 users and overseeing more than 1,000 connected systems. Ensuring that the technical infrastructure continuously met evolving business goals was among my key responsibilities. Serving as an active participant in the South East Asia IT merger-integration team, I helped drive numerous acquisition projects across the region, ultimately boosting operational effectiveness.

Boston, Massachusetts, Us

In my role as the Technology Manager for BCG in South-East Asia and India, I played a significant role in elevating the firm's growth and territorial expansion. As a founding member, I actively collaborated with diverse teams to enhance IT services and make operations more efficient.I notably spearheaded the transition of BCG to novel operating platforms, encompassing both front-end and back-end, and established a standard for global PC hardware. These actions led to notable cost savings, with an estimated annual cut down of over US$200,000 and bolstered productivity through the adoption of a unified platform.The firm experienced over 50% growth in terms of size and revenue during my term, a fact that underscores my leadership skills and expertise in propelling IT innovation and digital transition.

Bachelor'S Degree

Executive Education, Negotiations & Communications, Technology & Operations

Executive Education, Leadership & Management, Business Strategy

Diploma