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Riyadh, Sa

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

AWJ Holding Company is a real estate investment group formed in 2016 and based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The group’s current assets under management are valued at approximately USD 10 billion. Strategy Analysis and Planning:1. Conducted in-depth research, data analysis, and market assessments to identify strategic opportunities and challenges - support asset-specific strategies aligned to new strategic direction2. Collaborated with critical stakeholders to carve out programs… Show more AWJ Holding Company is a real estate investment group formed in 2016 and based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The group’s current assets under management are valued at approximately USD 10 billion. Strategy Analysis and Planning:1. Conducted in-depth research, data analysis, and market assessments to identify strategic opportunities and challenges - support asset-specific strategies aligned to new strategic direction2. Collaborated with critical stakeholders to carve out programs focusing on investments, transformation (internal) and transformation for subsidiaries.3. Develop comprehensive strategic roadmaps and business plans to guide clients in achieving their goals.Target Operating Model:1. Evaluated business models, target operating models, processes, systems, and operations to identify areas for improvement.2. Designed and Recommended end-state Business Model, and Target Operating Model along with an integrated system of work across 11 departments - value chain analysis and design, capability model design, service design, process design, and organization restructuring.3. Work with stakeholders to implement changes and monitor their effectiveness.Change Management:1. Guide critical stakeholders and users through the change management, helping them navigate organisational transformations.2. Develop and implement change management strategies, communication plans, and training programs along with HR and the Strategy team3. Ensure successful adoption of new strategies and initiatives within client organisations.Technology Enablement:1. Identify and document critical business requirements and develop POC and RFP for technology considerations2. Act as a trusted advisor, offering insights and strategic counsel to C-Level on technology decisionsProgram Management:1. Lead projects aligned to the end-state architecture.2. Manage program and project-related critical paths, risks and issues.3. Provide regular updates and reports to senior management. Show less

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Strategic:1. Design and recommend TOM for SPV aligned to strategic objectives and financial outcomes2. Work with Cloud Department Heads to build Go-To-Market strategies, financial models, and Resource Strategies for new services like Managed Security Service and System Integration3. Support on National Projects along with the Chief/GM/Directors of various divisions to deliver RFP, Vendor Evaluation, and Program Management Governance specific to CNI (Critical National… Show more Strategic:1. Design and recommend TOM for SPV aligned to strategic objectives and financial outcomes2. Work with Cloud Department Heads to build Go-To-Market strategies, financial models, and Resource Strategies for new services like Managed Security Service and System Integration3. Support on National Projects along with the Chief/GM/Directors of various divisions to deliver RFP, Vendor Evaluation, and Program Management Governance specific to CNI (Critical National Infrastructure)4. Support and guide Business transformation projects through coordination with various departments like Business Continuity, IT, Risk and Compliance, CQM, and Performance Management focusing on Resilience, Compliance (NCA, CITC, CCC, ISO), and Operational Excellence.5. Research, Analyse and Build business case(s) for organizational improvements based on business pain points6. Recommend pricing models for new services and products across Cloud, Cybersecurity, HR and MDR functionsTactical:1. Provide support to Cloud Chief, GM, and Directors on cloud internal strategies and align execution of projects like Demand Management, IT Cost Optimization (Total Cost of Ownership framework), Asset Optimization, Availability and Capacity Management, Product Development, Cybersecurity Incident Response, and Business Continuity 2. Digitally transformed Service Strategy, Transition, Design, and Operations for the Cloud Services and Solutions team 3. Provide guidance and support to build BIA, and DR plans and enable improvements aligned to Business service RTO and RPO along with Business Continuity Management Team4. Support Cloud Directors in the annual planning of Cloud budgets5. Internally work with Enterprise Architecture, Governance, Risk and Compliance, and Corporate Quality Management to analyze the current state of architecture of Cloud and Business and design future state architecture to ensure alignment with CSA, National Cybersecurity Authority, ISO standards, and GDPR Show less

1. Conduct market research to understand the pain points of end users and enhance customer experience2. Provide guidance to the product development team on user experience, workflow designs for different HR products (Applicant Tracking system, Employee Recognition, Performance Management, Expense Management)3. Conduct workshops with clients to understand their Business and Technical needs4. Work closely with various Directors, General Managers to ensure the right resources are… Show more 1. Conduct market research to understand the pain points of end users and enhance customer experience2. Provide guidance to the product development team on user experience, workflow designs for different HR products (Applicant Tracking system, Employee Recognition, Performance Management, Expense Management)3. Conduct workshops with clients to understand their Business and Technical needs4. Work closely with various Directors, General Managers to ensure the right resources are deployed to support the initiative5. Align business processes to business capabilities and support technical teams customise ServiceNow workflows6. Worked on implementation projects specific to ITBM, GRC, CSM, ITSM suite of products on Servicenow (Insurance, IT, retail) Show less

Hyderabad

1. Portfolio consolidation and optimization to reduce operating cost by 30%2. Designed and Automated business processes using ZoHo apps and in-house developed tool using Scrum methodology3. Implemented Balanced Scorecards for senior management and key stakeholders4. Set up core business processes including portfolio management, project management, new product development, client onboarding and logistics5. Increased upselling potential by 2X through redesigned marketing… Show more 1. Portfolio consolidation and optimization to reduce operating cost by 30%2. Designed and Automated business processes using ZoHo apps and in-house developed tool using Scrum methodology3. Implemented Balanced Scorecards for senior management and key stakeholders4. Set up core business processes including portfolio management, project management, new product development, client onboarding and logistics5. Increased upselling potential by 2X through redesigned marketing initiatives (B2B and B2C) though data analytics.6. Added 2 new artists through go-to market strategies and customer centric processes7. Built supply chain by onboarding licensees, manufacturers and distributors across EU, Russia and China8. As a brand ambassador, built business pipeline of USD 200K in South Korea and Indonesia by attending shows worldwide (Las Vegas, London, Hong Kong) Show less

Usa

1. Increase revenues from 1 Million to 2.8 Million annually2. Increased margin by 20% through various improvement initiatives3. Enable New Product development through careful market research, which lead to increased revenues across all new product launches4. Reduced Go-to-market timelines by 30% through redesign of processes and use of IT5. Built a team of 20 members across India, US and Philippines (was 4 members to start with)5. Transformed the supply chain and logistics… Show more 1. Increase revenues from 1 Million to 2.8 Million annually2. Increased margin by 20% through various improvement initiatives3. Enable New Product development through careful market research, which lead to increased revenues across all new product launches4. Reduced Go-to-market timelines by 30% through redesign of processes and use of IT5. Built a team of 20 members across India, US and Philippines (was 4 members to start with)5. Transformed the supply chain and logistics by partnering with Chinese manufacturers and logistic companies Show less

1. Consulted and trained a 300 plus team, facilitating them on operations and process implementation to help improve business and project objectives.2. Process implementation and review for accounts in Health Care and ERP3. Developed ITIL process for Sri Lankan COE

Project with First Gulf Bank (UAE)1. Implemented digital footprint to enable IT Governance practices in at First Gulf Bank2. Design and Implement IT Architecture Framework and related business processes along with various department heads3. Improvise availability of POS, ATM through data analysis (usage, location, transaction volumes) and recommend To-Be state4. Responsible for regular senior management reporting on IT projects and its performance using Balanced Scorecards to… Show more Project with First Gulf Bank (UAE)1. Implemented digital footprint to enable IT Governance practices in at First Gulf Bank2. Design and Implement IT Architecture Framework and related business processes along with various department heads3. Improvise availability of POS, ATM through data analysis (usage, location, transaction volumes) and recommend To-Be state4. Responsible for regular senior management reporting on IT projects and its performance using Balanced Scorecards to enhance customer delight5. Designed and Deployed Service Design and Service Transition processes using JIRA for retail banking division Show less

1. Developed and Marketed service offerings for the IT Governance division at Wipro, using international standards like CoBIT, ITIL, Balanced Scorecards 2. Authored two international papers on IT demand management and Unified Process Model which was selected at PMI global congress and SEPG global conference.3. Established performance dashboards using balanced scorecards for C level for Bestbuy and Nationwide

Mba, Strategy And Marketing, 4.32 / 5

Activities and Societies: • Winners of business case competition at NUS • Awarded NUS Merit Scholarship

Digital Transformation, Digital Transformation

Masters In Information Technology, Mechatronics, Robotics, And Automation Engineering

Be, Mechanical

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