Pramod Halagunaki

About Pramod Halagunaki

Dynamic Product Manager with 18+ years in IT, focused on product management within the HRM and ERP sectors, seeking a senior role in Bengaluru to lead impactful, AI-integrated product solutions. Expert in stakeholder management, time optimization, and cross-functional leadership, aiming to drive product excellence while enhancing user experiences and fostering collaborative, trust-based relationships.Currently managing product development at CGI India, with specialization in HRM solutions for public sector clients in Sweden. Leads a team of 15, leveraging Agile methodologies to optimize project delivery and ensure alignment with client goals. Skilled in deploying AI-driven initiatives, including Payroll Anomaly Detection and Generative AI-based Course Creation, which have streamlined workflows and boosted operational efficiency.Recognized for innovative contributions that have increased client satisfaction and accelerated project timelines. Proficient in data analysis and SQL, translating data insights into actionable strategies that enhance product value. Known for mentoring junior team members, fostering a high-performing, cooperative team environment dedicated to delivering cutting-edge solutions in line with market needs and organizational objectives.A Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP ®) from IIBA.o AI Implementation: Led projects on Payroll Anomaly Detection and Generative AI course creation, enhancing payroll accuracy and e-learning experiences.o Advanced Training: Completed courses in AI and ML, strengthening expertise for leading AI-driven initiatives.o LMS Development: Developed a SCORM-compliant eLearning platform, improving user engagement and resource integration.o System Development: Created Learning Management, Timesheet, Competence Management, and Board Management systems from scratch, streamlining operations.o Data as a Service: Established a Data Warehouse for efficient data management and strategic insights.o Mobile App Development: Spearheaded mobile application development, increasing user accessibility and engagement.o IPMF Proposals: Collaborated on multiple Integrated Product Management Framework proposals, enhancing project feasibility and revenueo CSR Initiatives: Actively participated in various CSR initiatives, supporting community engagement.o Toastmasters Leadership: Served as Vice President of Membership for Toastmasters, fostering member development in communication and leadership.

Experience

1. Manager Consulting Expert

   CGI

   May 2022 — Present · Bengaluru, IN

   Spearheading the management and development of comprehensive HRM solutions, including Timesheet, Board Management, Learning Management System, and Mobile Applications, tailored for public sector clients.• Overseeing the entire product lifecycle, from conceptualizing to delivering, ensuring alignment with client requirements and industry standards through meticulous requirements management and stakeholder collaboration.• Engaging with cross-functional teams to gather user feedback and insights, facilitating iterative improvements to product offerings and enhancing overall client satisfaction.• Managing product roadmaps, backlog prioritization, and resource allocation, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality products while mentoring and guiding a team of 15 professionals.• Conducting regular sprint planning and review sessions, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and agile practices within the team.• Collaborating with marketing and sales teams to develop effective go-to-market strategies, ensuring successful product launches and client engagement.• Analyzing market trends and competitor offerings to identify opportunities for innovation and differentiation in product features and functionalities.• Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices throughout the product development process.• Developed and implemented a comprehensive training program for new team members, significantly reducing onboarding time and improving team performance resulted to increase of MSAP and impacted in Less attritions • Defined NFR & release checklist - Improved Quality and process– Reduced 60% of P1 bugs and 40% of P2 bugs.• Proposed multiple ideas and suggestion for improvement of the product and increase the revenue of the offshore• Proposed and Implemented innovations and improvement-based user feedback and collaboration

Education

• Board of Technical Examinations, Karnataka

  Diploma

  2001 — 2004

• University of Maharastra

  MBA

Skills

• Team Management
• Business Analysis
• Software Development Life Cycle (Sdlc)
• Documentations
• Human Resources
• Enterprise Resource Planning (Erp)
• Documentation
• Erp
• User Acceptance Testing
• Pre-Sales
• Management
• Business Intelligence
• Software Implementation
• Requirements Analysis
• Hris
• Project Management
• Software Documentation
• Sdlc
• Project Planning
• Human Resources Information Systems (Hris)
• Requirements Gathering
• Software
• Testing
• Microsoft Excel
• Software Project Management