Atul Firake
Director of Enterprise Architecture @GKN Automotive
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WORK HISTORY
Director of Enterprise Architecture @GKN Automotive
Birmingham, GB
Responsible for developing & managing strategic architecture functions as Enterprise Architecture, Data, Applications & Technology architecture, and governance, for the global organisation.Now leading IT function in the planned merger & integration process.
EDUCATION
University of Mumbai
Master of Management Studies (MBA), Operations Management
Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University, Aurangabad
Batchelor of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
SKILLS
ABOUT ATUL FIRAKE
Business driven senior IT executive with global expertise in Enterprise & Solutions Architecture, IT Strategy, Cross Functional Team Building, Technology Transformation & System Implementations with actual business operations experience.Shaped international programs of business transformation, systems modernisation, new plant facility set-up & business expansions involving ERP, SCM, WMS, MES, eCommerce, IoT, Cloud & SaaS IT systems; delivering innovative architecture & providing trusted advice to ensure the positive outcomes for customers. Valuable experience of 28+ years in information technology, consulting, supply chain management, leadership & stakeholder management in automotive, pharma, retail, distribution, banking & engineering sectors; supported by excellent academic and professional credentials with lifelong learning of required skills & technologies.Possess proven ability to translate strategic business vision & goals into IT strategy, roadmaps & target state architecture enabling integrated IT solutions; from the technology & SI partner selection, solution design to implementation process, governance & benefit realisation.KEY SKILLS / EXPERTISE: • Leadership • Enterprise architecture • Business architecture • Solution architecture • Digital architecture • IT strategy & roadmaps • IoT, Automation • Solution design/development • ERP systems (SAP, Infor M3) • Supply chain systems (SAP, JDA) • MES: GE Proficy, SAP ME • Industry 4.0 technologies • System implementation • Cloud platforms (Google, AWS, Azure) • SaaS & COTS applications • TOGAF & Gartner frameworks • Consulting & Engagement • Governance methodology • Cyber-security champion • Legacy apps rationalisation • Stakeholder relationship management • Problem solving & decisions • Team leadership & management.
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