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TOGAF® 9 Certified EA with 24 years of proven success in leading transformative initiatives across diverse technological landscapes. My expertise lies in Next-Gen Architecture and Technologies, where I excel in driving innovation through close collaboration with Architecture Office, Technology Centers of Excellence, and Business/IT stakeholders. My focus is on delivering strategic, customer-centric solutions that align with business goals. Specializing in Oracle Enterprise Applications and technologies, Hybrid Systems Integrations, APIfication, and recent in Digital, Cloud Transformation, and AI enablement, I have successfully transitioned from leading individual architecture-led programs to steering a Niche Technology Practice.In my current role with Architecture office for a leading European technology firm, I manage System Integration Architecture across transformation programs, offering comprehensive guidance for Business, Application, Integration, and Technology Architecture domains. I ensure program success through effective governance, mentorship to the design and delivery office. On strategic initiatives, closely partnering with Enterprise Architecture (EA) office on Architecture Roadmap development, Technical Debt management, Technology/ Solutions onboarding, and Contributions with Vendor RFPs, Proof of Concepts, and Technology/ Solutions evaluations.##Architecture Expertise###AI Enablement: Led the Machine-First Delivery Model initiative for our niche technology practice, onboarding operational efficiency through Cognitive AI solutions.#Cloud Transformation: AWS Certified with deep understanding in multi-cloud environments, Architecture led multiple Cloud Transformation initiatives with expertise in OCI Foundation Architecture for enterprise workload migration, Oracle SaaS and PaaS4SaaS solutions.#Digital Transformation: Spearheaded digital enablement through IoT platforms and API-led solutions, driven foundational digital transformation initiatives in collaboration with digital experience teams.#System Integrations: Expertise with Systems Integration Architecture for Hybrid IT ecosystems, seamlessly integrating On-Premises, SaaS, Cloud-Hosted, and Third-Party solutions.#Enterprise Apps: Expertise with Oracle Enterprise Solutions (On-Premises & SaaS), familiarity with other Industry leading solutions - SAP, Salesforce etc. Enabled integrated enterprise solutions across key business processes - Hire to Retire, Procure to Pay, Order to Cash, Contract and Services.