Experienced in both Technical Program Management and Senior Enterprise Architecture roles for a major Medical device company in CA,USA, I bring a wealth of knowledge in crafting and implementing robust solutions for enterprise applications. Specializing in Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), I excel in aligning business objectives with technology strategies to drive digital transformation and enhance operational efficiency. Skilled in leading cross-functional teams and collaborating closely with stakeholders, I deliver innovative architectural solutions even within complex environments.

Results-driven PLM Practice Manager with a passion for helping organizations achieve digital transformation through effective Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) strategies. Experienced in leading and delivering successful PLM implementations, optimizing business processes, and enabling cross- functional collaboration. Skilled in guiding teams, fostering client relationships, and driving innovation in the PLM space.

-Set strategic direction for PLM practice, aligning with business goals.-Lead and mentor PLM team for project success.-Establish and enforce PLM best practices and standards.-Stay updated on industry trends and advancements.-Drive PLM sales and client engagement.-Cultivate relationships with vendors and partners.-Monitor PLM project performance and ensure quality standards.-Provide thought leadership and contribute to industry content.-Offer strategic guidance and problem-solving for PLM issues.

-Lead PLM team through system implementation phases.-Develop technical strategies for PLM across business verticals.-Collaborate with stakeholders to anticipate long-term needs.-Provide functional and technical consultation for PLM processes.-Drive full life cycle project implementations using ARAS PLM.-Analyze and improve current business processes.-Take responsibility for project deliverables and lead large projects.-Establish strategic partnerships with PLM vendors.-Maintain relationships with customers and colleagues.-Support sales team in identifying prospects and writing proposals.

With over 11 years in PLM Software Product Development (ThinkTeam), Testing, and Implementation within a PLM software company:- Conduct feasibility analyses for new PLM product requirements and define release content aligned with business goals.- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product management, engineering, and QA.- Develop and execute project plans, monitoring progress and resolving issues.- Ensure effective communication of project status to stakeholders.- Manage overall release delivery, including design, development, and deployment.- Coordinate Beta programs for new PLM releases and review testing initiatives.- Participate in release meetings to address critical issues.- Accountable for successful delivery of business solutions for major releases.- Knowledgeable in PLM Application Design and Configuration.- Interface with Business Analysts and Technical teams to resolve issues.- Act as liaison between PLM Users and technical teams.- Conduct lessons learned sessions and implement process improvements.

-Work on development of design enhancements to existing product.-Interact with global development teams to develop and implement design requirements for new products Analyze competitive products and provide technical data to support marketing efforts.-Design and development of components and assemblies for Door System for major Automobile OEM's.-Supports product design / development activities and sustaining engineering .-Supports documentation & Hands-on experience with CAD tools (CADDS5 and CATIA V5)-Analyze parts assemblies with respect to manufacturing process, GD&T and DFM.-Work with suppliers on process development, audits.

-Work on development of fuselage design enhancements to one of the prestigious project-LCA *Light Combat Aircraft-Tejas).-Supports the development by writing specifications (e.g. System Description Documents and Use Case Documents) to develop Sheet Metal Software to address complex challenges.-Design, develop and maintains test plans and test cases. Conducts all forms of testing across this software product development assuring the highest quality product are developed.