Esam Gerges

Experience

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  Pyramids Computer Center

  Oct 1990 - Oct 1992

  Application Developer

  I was responsible for the arabization of the DOS operating system specific for the applications developed by the company. I was also responsible for the data security and integrity of the applications developed by the company. I was also responsible for the data compression and memory management of the applications developed by the company. I was responsible for the design (hardware and software) and programming and manufacturing stage of a Dongle specific for the applications developed by the company.Major ProjectsArabization of DOS.Programming data compression, encryption, security and integrity modules for the company specific applications.Design and supervise the manufacturing of a "Dongle" specific for applications developed by the company. Show less

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  Ministry of Defense

  Nov 1992 - Nov 1997

  IT Consultant

  Write request for proposals for the supply, installation and operation of IT related projects for the Ministry of Defense. Supervise the operation of the choosen vendor for the supply and installation of required materials and the satisfactory operation of the installed products; through testing and trial operation before handing the final project to the people in charge for operation. Sign the acceptance letter. Major Projects Write the Request for proposal for the supply and installation of data communications network for the Kuwaiti Air Force. Supervise the installation and manage the tests and results including the trial operation of the installed products. Write the Request for proposal for the supply and installation of LAN, server(s) and software for the logistics department of the Kuwaiti Ground Forces. Supervise the installation and trial operation of the integrated solution after installation.Write the Request for proposal for the the human resources department of the Kuwaiti Ministry of Defense. Supervise the installation and trial operation of the integrated solution after installation. Assigned to the Ministry of Interior for the design, programming and deployment of the new Kuwaiti passport system including the national security number for Kuwaiti citizens. Show less

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  Techno Mina Communications

  Dec 1997 - Oct 2004

  Director of Operation

  Internet Service Provider and System IntegratorsOperation ManagerResponsible for the overall operations of TMC ISP operations including network, servers and security.Introduced the first pre-paid dial-up service in Egypt using scratch cards and developed the RADIUS server application to support the service.Was responsible for the partnership with Lucent to become first xDSL provider in Egypt.

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  E-solutions s.a.e

  Oct 2004 - Aug 2011

  Managing Director

  Software Solution Provider; Data Communication Provider and System IntegratorsManaging DirectorResponsible for the company’s budget and follow up of financial status with the Public Accountant office and company’s financial controller. Responsible for hiring top company’s management who can implement the company's strategy; vision and foresee the proper operation of the company’s overall operation. Responsible for the calling of the General Assembly of the company investors; presenting the overall status of the company; requesting raise of capital; forwarding stocks and bonds in various areas of the IT market in Egypt. Responsible for signing major contracts with strategic IT companies in Egypt to open various market opportunities of the company and set the company vision within the IT sector in Egypt. Responsible for updating the company's profile and operation depending on market requirements trends and requests. Responsible of keeping company’s engineers and technicians well trained; updated with latest IT technologies through general discussion forums and specific industries awareness Show less

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  GrowIT

  Jun 2011 - Mar 2013

  Lead Consultant

  Conduct diagnostics, gap analysis, benchmarking, and recommend BUPs (Build Up Plans), as well as develop action responsibility for companies in different functional areas under my responsibility. Manage, along with the Program Managers, the assignment of Specialized Consultants in their areas of specialization. Mentor and coach both Beneficiary Companies and consultants. Monitor the performance of consultants and ensure the completion of assignments along with the required documentation. Assure the implementation of the approved BUPs for each Beneficiary Company. Serve as “account managers” for my respective Beneficiary Companies throughout the life of the program. Show less

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  Digital Magna for Integrated Solutions

  Jun 2013 - Sept 2021

  Director Of Technical Operations

  Building the link between business cycles and emerging technologies within companies requesting a digital business transformation process and designing Digital Ecosystems. Setting futuristic innovations for customers and their c-level profiles. Digitizing functional products for customers through leading a team of technical delivery managers and agile project managers. Ensure the alignment of the technical team with customer overall goals. Using my experience and consultancy skills to provide customers with new areas of operations within a company’s environment and contribute to its top and bottom lines. Provide various industries with strategic architecture of digital business transformation namely food and beverage industry, real estate development and oil and gas industry; allowing them to drive business with competitive advantage in the digital spectrum. Support customers to acquire new-era capabilities and board-level skill sets to incorporate changes to existing frameworks, allowing customers to provide their clients with excellent customer experience and cost saving strategies. Show less

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  Giza Arabia

  Sept 2021 - now

  IT Consultant and Experienced Software Architect

  Foresee the development of digital business transformation processes in diverse industries and building digital ecosystems for multinational companies; through consulting engagements, training classes and workshops.Currently working at Saudi Telecom Company (STC) in the Digital Transformation initiative as an Experienced Software Architect, with a focus on conformance and compliance of Digital Applications.