Ruwanthi Fernando

Experience

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  Computech

  Jan 1994 - Jan 1996

  Software Consultant
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  MAS Unichela (Pvt) Limited

  Jan 1996 - Jan 1998

  Assistant Manager, IT
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  Asiasoft (Pvt) Limited

  Jan 1998 - Jan 2003

  General Manager
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  International Water Management Institute (IWMI)

  Jan 2003 - Jan 2006

  Head, ICT
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  Prima Management Services (Private) Limited

  Jan 2006 - Jan 2008

  CIO
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  Microsoft

  Oct 2008 - Jul 2009

  Services Director - South East Asia New Markets
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  Associated Motorways (Private) Limited

  Jul 2009 - Jan 2011

  Director Chief Information Officer

  Involved in the Enterprise Application Strategy, of which a core component was to implement SAP at AMW. Infrastrcuture Backbone setup and connectivity providing a robust island wide network using state of the art technology from Microsoft, Cisco, VMware, HP was deployed. Implemented a service desk support process to ensure all requests are dealt as per an agreed SLA.

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  Expo Freight Private Limited

  Jan 2012 - Jan 2012

  Chief Information Officer

  CIO for the Expo Freight Limited Group which is located in over 15 countries globally. overall management of strategy and delivery execution leveraging best practice processes and best of breed applications. leveraged cloud technology to implement Office 365 globally implementing all locations within a span of 8 weeks completing the project in October 2012.

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  Camoplast Solideal

  Nov 2012 - Sept 2014

  Director Global IT

  As the Director for Global IT in Colombo, the overal adminsitration and management of the GIT Colombo office is managed. Responsile to deliver of global SAP projects. Recently completed the SAP delivery for camoplast in China which included the end-to-end SAP delivery with repetitive manufacturing. Commencement of a SAP implementation spanning 12 countries in Europe such as UK, France, Germany. This implementation will bring in best practices from the SAP world template and leverage Solution Manager as key tool. The present instance was also upgraded to ECC6.0 EHP 7, with the new solution manager version. Responsible for the ABAP, Basis activities and also all other global development carried out for Camoplast. Also responsible for Strategic sourcing activities and management of global contracts executed from Sri Lanka.. Show less

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  N-Able Private Limited

  Jan 2014 - Aug 2016

  Head of Service Delivery

  As the Head of Service Delivery, Leadership is provided on the overall end-to-end activities from Opportunity Creation to Delivery and including Support Services, to ensure projects are delivered to the overall satisfaction of the customer. Involved in the development and implementation of the N-able Service Delivery Framework.Presently overlooking large turnkey solution implementation and value creation for the Telecommunication and government sectors in Sri Lanka.

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  EFL (Expo Freight)

  Sept 2016 - Mar 2020

  Chief Information Officer

  The Chief Information Officer drives the leadership and strategy towards deriving the value the business can obtain by the enablement of technology within the EFL group of global companies established in over 20 countries. Provide the necessary strategic involvement to the groups expansion and growth targets. The primary focus is on ensuring the global application delivery and support mechanism is implemented by drawing upon the best practices of Cargowise One, a SaaS Solution that is provided by Wise Tech global.. Furthermore, ensuring all aspects such as collaboration and the infrastructure backbone is established to deliver cloud based technology solutions – enabled rapid access to technology. Enabling higher efficiencies for the group, by providing a platform to consolidate the large streams of data – converting it to contextual relevant analysis on a timely basis. Building a global team to implement and support the offices technology needs. Show less

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  Roo's Deli

  Aug 2019 - now

  Co-Founder & Executive Culinary Creator

  roo’s deli – provides homemade – artisan food delivered to your home within Colombo, Sri Lanka. We cater to family parties and business gatherings providing a range of delicious food from Italian, Western, Eastern and Sri Lankan cuisines. Whilst we have a range of options in the menu, we also discuss your food preferences and cater to specific requests if there is a need.You may order your favourite curries such as Baked Jaffna Crab Curry with a delicious sauce, Black Pork curry, whole baked fish, Prawn Poriyal that will compliment your lunches and dinners. The banana leaf layered baked biriyani is one or our popular dishes.Roo’s Deli also has Traditional Dutch Lamprais available daily. As rated by YAMU “Roo's Deli does one of the best takes on Lamprais we've seen in Colombo, and we're absolutely happy that we got our hands on them.” (https://www.yamu.lk/place/roos-deli/review-343934)The dessert range uses the best quality ingredients to whip up Tiramisu, Chocolate Mousse, white and dark chocolate biscuit pudding, Mixed berry with white chocolate cheesecakes and Panna cottas of your choice.Artisan Pasta – is made straight from the heart – to create delicious Ravioli, Carbonara, Bolognaise, Lasagna and more. Finger licking Ribs and Roasts with your favourite sides such as quiche, potato salad, onion pie and oven roasted vegetables.If it is a party with bites Roo’s Deli can create Classic Hors d'oeuvres such as salmon mousse, chicken-buffalo wings, Chicken Satays, Prawns wrapped in bacon, Spiced Cauliflower, bacon & Mushroom balls. The range of items never end and always keep any party alive. The Spice range includes Roo’s Deli Jaffna Curry Powder, Kalupol spice mix and 100% Pure Turmeric.Check out “roos_deli” Instagram and @roosdeli Facebook page for photos updates on the delicious food that is created. Show less

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  N-Able Private Limited

  Mar 2020 - Jan 2021

  Chief Process & Delivery Officer
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  Hela Apparel Holdings

  Jan 2021 - Jul 2024

  Chief Information and Process Officer

  Presently overlooking the Digital Transformation Strategy and Central Process Improvement strategy for Hela over three overarching principles which are to be Connected, Data Driven and Secure. Completed the Digital Core implementation for Hela comprising on the SAP S4/Hana Fashion implementation, with the work loads provisioned on a cloud strategy. Key solutions such as manufacturing WIP, Planning Systems and other external parties would be also integrated to create the Hela digital ecosystem.I am also driving the HR360 program that encompasses the digitizing aspect of the Hela People from workforce management to performance management. Driving compliance at Hela to ensure surveillance in all locations are covered, with intelligent alert mechanisms. Implementations include a Cloud First and Mobile first strategy.The journey has just begun and now we are on the next tier of improvements.Member of the SAP Fashion Council and SCOM member of the SAP Fashion Manufacturing Execellence Group. Show less

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  Nagarro

  Jul 2024 - now

  Global Director SAP Fashion Vertical Business

  Unleashing Digital Solutions with SAP S/4HANASpecializing in creating and delivering digital transformation through SAP technology, particularly in the Fashion Retail and Fashion Manufacturing sectors. We improve productivity, efficiency, and customer agility by leveraging SAP S/4HANA as a core platform for your business. Our end-to-end solutions encompass end to end SAP solution implementation, IT strategy, Transformation consultancy, Project Management, Analytics, Integrations, Gap analysis with custom designed solutions, Change management, and Process improvement with SAP based accelerators to improve productivity."The only way to do great work is to love what you do." – Steve Jobs Show less