Executive Overview
A visionary and highly energetic digital transformation leader with a proven track record in enabling business outcomes in highly complex Business and Technology environments. Experience spanning Mining, Steel Manufacturing, Energy, Utilities, Financial, FMCG, EPC, and IT Consulting industries. Seasoned executive with 20+ years of experience in multiple technology disciplines, digital strategy formulation, creating business alignment, and delivery of programmes and associated outcomes.Experienced in leveraging various tools, technologies, and data to enable the business whilst protecting what matters most.As the CIO and Digital Leader, my responsibilities cover end-to-end digital strategy, building IT operating models encompassing internal and external capabilities, and leveraging technology programs for both enterprise and operational technology systems. Bringing about cultural changes to enable the successful implementation of digital strategies. A consistent top performer, experienced in working with top management and at the Board level.I have been working and leading amazing teams to deliver a wide array of technology-enabled business changes, including:- Set up 4 startup businesses covering EPC, Hospitality, Financial Services, and Defence Industries, where technology was implemented successfully as per business strategy. Developed a couple of custom IT applications.- Deployment of enterprise application systems delivering efficiency, agility, and compliance to organisations.- Green-Field IT-OT project implementation opportunities for multi-billion-dollar iron ore mining businesses (Mines, Plant, Rail & Port)- Improving employee engagement and productivity through modernised communications and collaboration technologies.- Systematic business performance improvement through the Business Intelligence, AI, and Advanced Analytics solutions.- Innovative application of Artificial Intelligence for ESG, safety, other business requirements, and performance improvements.- Creation of Digital Twins to support efficiency and the sustainability agenda.- Re-engineering IT services to improve service levels whilst optimising cost- Significantly improving the cybersecurity posture of companies through the implementation of advanced technologies, robust processes, capable people, and increased user awareness.The 10 years of CIO transformational experience, combined with the 15 years of professional consulting, technology-enabled business change, have been a journey of learning and continuous improvement.
Career Timeline
- ArcelorMittalCurrentAug 2022–Present· 4 yrs 3 mos
- Chief Information OfficerCurrentAug 2022–Present
- Dec 2020–Aug 2022· 1 yr 8 mos
- Leader, Digital TransformationDec 2020–Aug 2022
- Aug 2014–Nov 2020· 6 yrs 3 mos
- Busines IT Head - Digital TransformationAug 2014–Nov 2020
- Jul 2013–Jun 2014· 11 mos
- Director, Information Technology, SiteJul 2013–Jun 2014
- Nov 2000–Jun 2013· 12 yrs 7 mos
- Head, RegionNov 2000–Jun 2013
- Apr 1999–Nov 2000· 1 yr 7 mos
- Program Manager, Information TechnologyApr 1999–Nov 2000
Education
MS
Cyber Security and Cyber Law
National Law University, JodhpurPGP in General Management- EPBM 21
Business Administration and Management
Indian Institute of Management, CalcuttaAdvance Software Engineering
Indian Institute of Technology, MadrasBachelor of Technology - BTech
Electronics and communication Engineering
Vinayaka Mission's Research Foundation - UniversityCertificate Program
Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management
Indian Institute of Management RohtakPGP in AI for Leader
Artificial Intelligence
The University of Texas at AustinCEP
Role of CIO
IIT Bombay - Shailesh J. Mehta School of Management