Gagan Garg
Sr Project Manager @ Infosys | Program Manager, Release Manager
- Role
- Sr Project Manager at Infosys
- Location
- Hyderabad, TG, IN
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Gagan Garg
With a robust track record at Infosys, my journey as Senior Project Manager has been marked by steering over 15 projects and leading a team of 150+ across various geographies. Specializing in People Management and Software Project Management, I have pioneered metric-driven improvements, transitioning from legacy technologies to modern solutions like Java/SpringBoot/Kafka/Azure, all while ensuring seamless cloud integration applying PMP practices.My role demands not only technical acumen but also a deep understanding of complex systems in the HR and Pharmacy domains, where I have driven solutions that significantly cut costs and optimized efficiency. We\'ve achieved 100% accuracy in payroll comparisons through automation and halved the duration of hardening sprints, exemplifying my commitment to operational excellence and innovation within the retail space.
Experience
Sr Project Manager
Aug 2017 — Present · Bentonville, AR, US
As a Program manager for Large Retailer, managing more than 15 projects/150+ members team spread across geographies.• Understanding complex systems in HR and Pharmacy domains and drive collaborative solutions for business problems • Implemented metric driven improvements:• Removing dependencies from WIN2K shared servers and moving to Cloud saving ~400K USD by shared usage and maintenance cost removal.• Reduced technical debt by moving away from legacy technologies (.Net/Informix) to latest tech stack (Java/SpringBoot/Kafka/Azure)• Automation of payroll comparison between legacy and new solution driving 80% reduced efforts and 100% accuracy.• Extreme Automation reducing 2 weeks Hardening Sprint to 1 week, thus reducing release window to 1 month.• Implemented several initiatives to increase efficiency and productivity of resources• Portal to track all project data (health, revenue, risks) and resources data (skills, aspirations, trainings need etc.)• Repository for reusable artifacts (Designs, test cases, RFP documents etc.)• Quarterly Hackathons to bring best out of resources• Responsible for end-to-end management of the program delivery, which includes delivery, transformation, cost optimization, people practice, customer satisfaction, contractual deliverables, risk management, internal & customer governance and enable business growth.• Managed submission and processing of Request for Information/Proposals for many mid to large size deals across different accounts.• Reviewed project status with different stakeholders, drafted action plans and proposed changes.• Implemented change management processes when issues arose to keep project moving forward and adjust to shifted priorities.• Built strong community relations with subcontractors and vendors to optimize cost savings and complete timely preconstruction.• Proactive Risk Management and Participate in regular governance meetings with customer & Stakeholders
Education
Dr. B. R. Ambedkar University, Agra
Bachelor of Engineering - BE, Computer Science
The ICFAI University, Tripura
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Marketing/Marketing Management, General
2006 — 2009
Krishna Institute Of Engineering & Technology
Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.), Computer Science
1998 — 2002
D N Inter College
Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
1993 — 1997
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