Mahesh Varikunta

Experience

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  Wipro Technologies

  Mar 2008 - Mar 2013

  Associate Consultant

  • Expertise in HP Testing Tools like HP ALM (HP Quality Center), HP UFT, HP LR. HP Performance Center. • HP ALM architect – End to end knowledge on HP ALM like design and implementation of the product, HP QC admin activities, Migration of any ALM/QC version, customizations, Third party tools integration with HP ALM/QC, User Training, and end user activities on HP QC. Proficient knowledge on HP UFT, HP LoadRunner, Sitescope and HP Performance Center.• Expertise on upgrade and migration of HP ALM/Quality Center Projects• Experience in leading Testing Teams(Manual, Automation and Performance)• Good knowledge in Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC),Test Life-Cycle Management • International work experience. Worked with direct clients at South Africa, Qatar and with US & UK clients from offshore.• Good Knowledge on Visual Basic 6.0 Development activities• Proficient knowledge in preparing all kinds of MSI reportsResponsibilities: Schedule and distribute the testing tools support activities across the offshore and onshore team members with respect to different geographical time zone • Daily monitoring to all the production servers (QC) and also providing 24/7 support for Quality center• server Application installation. Regular interaction with client and other dependent teams- Writing Workflow scripts according to requirement• Creating User defined fields as per the required to customization of the Quality Center • Timely status report to Senior Management. Integrating Third Party Tools with QC/ALM • Administration of QTP Server, LR controllers and Asset Tool • Customized the QC projects as per the customer’s requirement, created new User groups as per the defect management and permissions accordingly• Educated the teams on ALM and the Defect Management Process • Manual and Automation Testing • interacting with Vendor on issues or getting updates on new products. • Submitted Business Cases which was approved and implemented successfully. Show less

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  Mannai Corporation QSC

  Mar 2013 - Aug 2016

  Sales Consultant

  Working as IT Sales or Business Development Executive at Mannai Corporation, Qatar.o Proficient knowledge on IT Saleso Experience in selling Some solutions like Oracle Fusion Middleware, HP ALM, HP LR, HP UFT, Health Care Solutions, Mobility Solutions, Educational related ERP solutions, CAFM, Digital Signage, Smart Cities, E-Government (One stop shop) etc..o Proficient knowledge in responding to the RFP’so Proficient negotiation skills, Strategic Planning, Contract negotiation, Customer Relationship and Account managemento Proficient knowledge in evaluating new solutionsSome of the solutions offered are1) HP Testing Tools and Solutions. 2) Oracle Fusion Middleware3) CAFM4) Digital Signage5) Retail Pro6) College/School Management System7) HIS & LIMS8) Mobility9) Business Intelligence and Analyticsand many more Show less

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  Softpath Information Technologies WLL

  May 2016 - now

  Managing Director

  Lead client implementation service delivery providing management and oversight of implementation projects and staffing including project assignments, capacity planning and project profitability and to control and oversee all operations, people and projects. Responsible for the overall leadership and lead role in managing the implementation projects of our enterprise software solution; maintains complete control on project schedule, budget and risk issues; facilitates timely decisions to maintain project schedule and budget; identify project risks early and assist by providing prudent and timely recommendations for risk avoidance; sets and manages client expectations; creates and executes project work plans and revises as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements; communicates effectively with clients to identify needs and evaluate alternative business solutions; continually seeks opportunities to increase customer satisfaction and deepen client relationships.• Developing and executing the company’s business strategies• Providing strategic advice to the board and chairperson• Establish strategic plans along with other business leaders and maintain strong relationships with solutions delivery, the sales team & account managers. • Preparing and implementing comprehensive business plans to facilitate achievement by planning cost-effective operations and market development activities• Responsibilities include supporting pre-sales processes and working with sales and account management professionals to win new business; implementing business; proposal review and refinement; recruiting and staff development. • Bid Management, Marketing Strategies• Oversee the company’s financial performance, investments and other business ventures• Analyze problematic situations and occurrences and provide solutions to ensure company survival and growth Show less