Venu Thota , PMP

Experience

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  Sujana Industries Limited

  Nov 1986 - May 1998

  Project Manager
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  Infovision Europe GMBH

  Jun 1998 - Jun 1999

  Team Lead ( SAP MM)
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  AT&T

  Sept 1999 - Sept 2002

  Data Analyst and Tier 3 Lead
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  Optus Technologies

  Oct 2002 - Jun 2005

  Team Lead
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  ETeam

  Jul 2005 - Mar 2006

  Senior Consultant ( DW- ETL and BO)
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  Sphinx Systemhouse

  Jun 2007 - Dec 2008

  Project Manager (SAP)
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  SEAL INFOTECH PRIVATE LIMITED

  Apr 2009 - May 2012

  SAP - Business Objects Consultant
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  Supernal Solutions Pvt Ltd

  Jun 2012 - Apr 2013

  Chief Technology Officer

  • Led as CTO at Supernal Solutions in Hyderabad, overseeing a dynamic team of 50+ and and managed operations for the offshore client, Rosetta Stone, fostering collaboration and driving technical excellence.• Invited by Rosetta Stone to US to attend meetings with support teams and participate in various training sessions on IT support procedures. Received specialized training on their new asset management system and in-depth instruction on ticketing and phone systems. This knowledge transfer was deemed critical for Supernal Solutions to provide ongoing support for Rosetta Stone's internal employees across worldwide offices• Provided expert technical support, ensuring adherence to strict SLAs and maintaining an impressive uptime record above 98%.• Assumed responsibility for monitoring and assessing overall technical issues, guiding the technical team in effective issue resolution and troubleshooting.• Played a key role in new development, delivery, and training initiatives, ensuring the successful implementation of cutting-edge technologies and providing comprehensive training programs.• Spearheaded continuous improvement efforts for existing technology, implementing enhancements and optimizations to stay ahead of industry trends.• Conducted regular review meetings to assess team performance, identify areas for improvement, and drive initiatives to maintain high standards of excellence.• Delivered technical training for employees, addressing skill gaps and ensuring the team remained well-versed in the latest technologies and best practices.• Maintained a minimum TAT (Turnaround Time) for resolving raised tickets, optimizing efficiency and ensuring timely issue resolution for enhanced customer satisfaction Show less

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  Nalin Soft Private Limited

  Jun 2013 - Jul 2018

  Technical Director

  • Led various ERP (SAP) implementation and support projects • Orchestrated end-to-end ERP SAP implementation and provided robust support for third-party applications, ensuring seamless integration and operational efficiency.• Spearheaded impactful SAP Analytics – Business Objects projects, delivering tailored solutions for prominent clients and enhancing their analytical capabilities.• Drove digital transformation initiatives using Microsoft technologies, successfully developing and optimizing diverse applications to meet evolving business needs with a focus on Agile principles.• Demonstrated expertise in Agile project management methodologies, integrating MVPs (Minimum Viable Products) and iterative development practices into project workflows to enhance efficiency and responsiveness.• Ensured project success through diligent oversight of the entire lifecycle, maintaining a sharp focus on quality standards, timely delivery, and Agile principles.• Collaborated with cross-functional teams, fostering a cohesive work environment and facilitating the smooth execution of projects within an Agile framework.• Conducted comprehensive training sessions for end-users, incorporating Agile principles to ensure adaptability and responsiveness to evolving system requirements.• Pioneered the development of best practices and standard operating procedures, contributing to the optimization of ERP, Digital and analytics project workflows, with a particular focus on Agile methodologies Show less

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  Bartronics India Ltd

  Aug 2018 - now

  Director | Head - Operations & Technology

  Operations & Growth• Successfully on boarded a new PSU Bank and added business from existing banks, driving a 20% business growth• Spearheaded the AIDC division, post-pandemic, implementing the 'Facial Recognition System' (FRS) replacing the traditional 'Fingerprint Biometric Attendance' to fuel divisional growth.• Secured software maintenance contracts post-implementation, significantly contributing to sustained divisional growthFinancial Stewardship• Streamlined operations, optimized cash flows, ensuring seamless day-to-day activities.• Executed resource optimization strategies, resulting in a remarkable 15% reduction in overhead costsPerformance Excellence• Maintained top performance in banking operations and Social Security Schemes (SSS) in line with banks parameters , earning prestigious awards.• Conducted various training programs for BIRD (Bankers Institute of Rural Development), promoted by NABARDTechnology Solutions:• Led the upgrade of financial inclusion technology, enhancing overall system performance.• Pioneered Bharat Bill Pay system (BBPS) for Bank of Maharashtra, contributing to technological advancement.• Engineered and deployed the Android version of the banking system, fostering accessibility other than POS user engagement. Efficient Data Management & Security:• Maintained data center and disaster recovery downtime within SLA parameters.Data Analytics and Cloud solution• Developed advanced analytics with Power BI, monitoring banking correspondents' team efficiency in real-time.• Executed seamless Cloud migration and deployment (Hybrid Model), optimizing scale of economyAdvanced Biometric Solutions:• Elevated biometric systems to facial recognition, deployed to esteemed clients like TATA Motors PAN India, JSW, Vedanta, BHEL, and other high-profile companies Show less