Ashok Panduranga

Ashok Panduranga is a skilled professional with a passion for helping clients achieve business outcomes through Integrated Intelligent Automation practices.

Currently responsible for P&L and customer satisfaction for Banking and Financials customers in North America, focusing on Intelligent Automation.

Possess a wealth of experience in IT strategy, planning, execution, and operations of complex business applications in Fortune 500 companies.

Expertise in portfolio and project management with a track record of ensuring quality, budget adherence, and timely delivery.

Collaborated with business leaders to devise digital-first strategies and product roadmaps with clear business objectives.

Managed large teams encompassing internal FTEs and external partners, overseeing scope, estimation, risks, communication, and change management.

Specialized in P&L Management, Strategic Account Management, and Client Relationship Management across Banking & Financials, Manufacturing & Logistics, Energy & Utilities sectors.

Proficient in Intelligent Automation technologies including Process Mining, Robotic Process Automation, Machine Learning, Analytics, and establishing Centers of Excellence.

Offers advisory services in IT Strategy and Roadmap, Process Improvement, and Portfolio Management.

Experienced in handling projects from assessment to implementation, upgrades, rollouts, and ongoing support.

Skilled in ERP systems like Oracle EBS, PeopleSoft, and NetSuite, spanning finance, operations, sales, and procurement modules.

Utilizes methodologies such as Waterfall, Agile, Lean-MVP, complemented by a strong foundation in ITIL & ITSM principles.

Familiar with various project management tools including MPP, ServiceNow, MS Office, Visio, SharePoint, and data analysis tools.

Proficient in CRM systems like PeopleSoft and SFDC.

Holder of certifications including UiPath Diploma as a Certified RPA Business Analyst and RPA Implementation Manager, Automation Anywhere Certified RPA Program Manager, and qualifications in Machine Learning, AI for Business, Digital Transformation, and Industry 4.0, and Digital Banking Masterclass.

Academically, Ashok holds an MBA in Marketing from KJ Somaiya Institute of Management Studies & Research, a Diploma in Network Computing from NIIT - Bangalore, and a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering from PESIT - Bangalore University.

With a career progression that includes roles such as Portfolio Director at Cognizant Technology Solutions, Senior Director - Strategic Business Solutions at Sunera Technologies, and various managerial positions at Cognizant Technology Solutions and TCS, Ashok Panduranga brings a wealth of expertise and leadership to any organization.