James Allin
Senior Director, Enterprise Architecture & SAP @Capgemini
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WORK HISTORY
Senior Director, Enterprise Architecture & SAP @Capgemini
Toronto, ON, CA
Providing executive-level enterprise architecture & business transformation leadership for utility and resources clients undertaking SAP S/4HANA transformations across regulated, asset-intensive environments.• Advise CIOs and senior business leaders on SAP S/4HANA strategy, architecture, and transformation roadmaps• Translate business and operational objectives into pragmatic, executable enterprise architectures• Guide clients through complex decisions spanning ERP, EAM, finance, supply chain, analytics, and cloud platforms• Support large-scale programs with a focus on risk management, simplification, and long-term value realization
EDUCATION
McMaster University
B. Eng & Mgmt, Software Engineering, Commerce
ABOUT JAMES ALLIN
Accomplished, results-driven IT and transformation leader, P.Eng, with extensive experience in high-impact business and technology transformations (Leadership roles on programs up to $650M) for top-tier organizations like Accenture, IBM, TELUS, and Hydro One. I deliver strong, measurable outcomes in enterprise IT, on large scale business transformation, and post acquisition integration programs with a track record of success leading in Canada’s largest companies. I have a proven record in recovery of distressed or failed business transformation programs. With a dual major in Software Engineering and Business, I bring a unique blend of technical expertise and strategic vision. I have built and led high performing, inclusive teams in both operational, engineering, and program delivery role contexts. Core capabilities and areas of focus include: • Enterprise IT Engineering Leader: Proven success in managing and optimizing a large, complex IT portfolio with over 70 enterprise applications at Canada\'s largest Telecom: ERP, mainframe, SAS, custom applications, EDI, middleware.• SAP S/4HANA: Ran the SAP Centre of Excellence, and planned multiple SAP S4 ERP modernization programs. Extensive experience across core SAP modules, including Customer Service & Billing, ERP (Finance, Supply Chain, Procurement, Logistics), HR (HCM, SuccessFactors), Asset Management, and Service Management. • Program Delivery: Expertise in leading large business transformation programs, driving operational and organizational change across IT and business teams. • Post-Acquisition Integration (PAI): Led successful PAI efforts, delivering seamless enterprise-wide integrations post-acquisition.I consistently deliver value early and throughout program lifecycles by developing practical implementation strategies, leveraging agile methodologies, and ensuring rigorous risk and compliance management. My ability to engage stakeholders and foster collaborative relationships drives successful, seamless delivery of complex initiatives.Key Skills:Leader | Strategy & Planning | Executive Level Stakeholder Management | Portfolio, Program & Project Management | Merger & Acquisition Integration | Change Management | Business Case Development | IT Operations Management | Solution Architecture & Business Analysis | Vendor Management | Team Building & Engagement | Compliance
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