Noushad Ali

Experienced technical project delivery lead and project/program manager with over 25 years of expertise in the implementation of technical platforms, automation, application, and system integration projects. Proven ability to provide operational leadership for day-to-day operations and strategic direction, while leading projects from initial proposal to final implementation and hyper-care transition. Skilled in managing projects worth up to $30 million and leading various teams, such as integration, business, functional, technical, development, and platform. Knowledgeable in overall SDLC practices and procedures using various methodologies such as agile, lean, and waterfall.

Strong leadership skills and expertise in planning, organizing, and coordinating resources for establishing, implementing, and maintaining computerized information systems. Skilled in developing policies and controls to improve divisional metrics, allocating resources, identifying personnel training needs, and fostering teamwork. Experienced in managing Oracle E-Business Suite implementation from proposal to go-live, managing various vendors for hardware and software procurement and implementation, and providing training on newly implemented application modules.

Worked directly with the CIO and IT directors to develop an appropriate IT strategy that aligned with business needs, researched and recommended new technologies and solutions to meet business needs, while understanding the nature of the work of the Oracle technology implementation. Possess a strong ability to provide a business perspective, coordinate department activities with other organizations, and ensure high-quality customer service. Proven track record of supervising employees and conducting managerial tasks, such as hiring, training, evaluating performance, and resolving issues.