Kishore Konathala

About Kishore Konathala

As a seasoned SAP professional with over 14years of experience, I specialize in SAP Technical Modules Currently, I am the Director at Answerthink - The Hackett Group Company, where I lead a dedicated team to ensure the robust performance, security, and reliability of our SAP environments.My expertise spans across SAP architecture, system administration, security protocols, and performance optimization. I have a proven track record of successfully managing large-scale SAP implementations, upgrades, and migrations, while maintaining compliance with industry standards and regulations.Throughout my career, I have been committed to fostering innovation, driving efficiency, and ensuring the highest levels of data security. I pride myself on my ability to bridge the gap between technical teams and business stakeholders, delivering solutions that align with organizational goals and drive business success.Key Skills:Project Management: Leading SAP projects including implementations, upgrades, and migrations.System Performance Optimization: Performance tuning, load balancing, and capacity planning.Compliance and Risk Management: Ensuring compliance with industry standards (e.g, GDPR, SOX).Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity: Developing and implementing robust backup and recovery plans.Team Leadership: Managing and mentoring technical teams to foster a collaborative work environment.Vendor and Stakeholder Management: Managing relationships with vendors and aligning IT initiatives with business goals.Technical Proficiency: In-depth knowledge of SAP HANA, S/4HANA, and SAP NetWeaver.Cloud Platforms: Familiarity with AWS, Azure, and hybrid environments.Strategic Planning: Developing and executing IT strategies that support organizational objectives.Innovation and Continuous Improvement: Implementing innovative solutions and staying updated with industry trends.Problem Solving and Decision Making: Strong analytical skills and the ability to make informed decisions under pressure.SAP Basis Administration: Installation, configuration, and maintenance of SAP systems.SAP Security Management: Implementation of role-based access controls and user access management.I am passionate about leveraging my technical expertise and leadership skills to help organizations achieve their strategic objectives through effective SAP management. Let\'s connect and explore how we can collaborate to drive success in the world of SAP.

Experience

1. Director

   Answerthink

   Sep 2024 — Present · Everett, WA, US

   Skills: SAP BTP · Management · SAP Basis · SAP Implementation · Customer Experience · SAP HANA · SAP S/4HANA Public Cloud · RISE · Project Management · Leadership · SAP S/4HANA · SAP Products · SAP Solutions · SAP · Technical Requirements · SAP Cloud Platform

Education

• Sikkim Manipal University - Distance Education

  Master of Business Administration - MBA

• London School of Business Administration

  Business Managment Programme