Linda Beam

About Linda Beam

Customer-focused SaaS Leader responsible for managing both cross-functional and international teams in optimizing Cloud Solutions and ensuring customer successOver 8 years experience in managing industry leading cloud based solutions and services teams, specializing in Cloud Enterprise, HR and CRM solutions including NetSuite, Oracle Cloud, SAP, Success Factors, Microsoft Dynamics.Over 25 years experience in the software industry with responsibilities covering program management, project management, consulting services, sales, and software development.Expert in key industries covering High Tech, Consumer Electronic, Utilities, Medical Devices, Manufacturing, Professional Services, Field Service, Facilities Maintenance, Insurance, Financial Services, Chemicals, Oil and Gas, Sports and EntertainmentLed ERP assessments, develop cloud strategies, roadmaps and solution recommendations Directed and participated with various teams in generation of RFP responses, SOW’s, Software Designs, Business Use Cases, Strategic Plans, Hardware/Software Architecture, Business Process, Vendor Evaluations and On-Premise versus Cloud assessmentsLed NetSuite, Oracle Cloud and Success Factor cross-functional and international teams for large global clients including projects consisting of over 20 countries and over users.Built custom Field Service Mobile Solution used by over 250 Medical Device Field Engineers. Nominated Speaker of Wireless Enterprise Symposium in Profiling Mobile Customers. Owner of Technology Consulting Firm for over 15 years

Experience

1. Assoc Director Cloud Solutions

   Cognizant

   Mar 2013 — Present · San Diego, CA, US

   Practice leader responsible for sales and delivery of cloud based implementation services. Expert in leading enterprise solutions including NetSuite, Oracle Cloud, Success Factors, MSDynamics, SalesForce and SAP cloud solutions.Manage business development activities of fastest growing cloud consulting practice covering market development, proposal response and program management activities.Developed cloud transformation strategies, roadmaps, solution assessments, architecture and interface designs for a variety of clients including Software services, High Tech Manufacturing, Utilities, Financial Services, Food and Beverage, Oil and Gas and Field Service Organizations.Work with exceptionally talented onshore/offshore management and development teams in order to provide our customers with best-in-class cloud based enterprise solutions and services. Provide program and engagement management services to a variety of customers specializing in Mergers and Acquisitions of medium and large enterprise companies. Oversee and communicate project scope, plan, and other project-level activities to all levels. Facilitating change management, ensure compliance and manage risks. Provide functional expertise as needed in Financials, Including Order To Cash, Procure To Pay, Record To Report as well as CRM, Supplier Relationship Management, Supply Chain Management, Field Service, E-Commerce, HCM and Business Intelligence.Led transformation and implementation of cloud based solutions including NetSuite, Success Factors, SAP, Business ByDesign, and Middleware integration tools for premier customers.Manage, coach and train consulting services team. Develop and standardize consulting service products, accelerator tools and services based on best practices.

Education

• Colorado State University

  B.S. Business Admin, Information Systems

Skills

• Customer Relations
• Business Strategy
• Business Management
• Team Leadership
• Product Development
• Saas
• Web Development
• Mobile Applications
• Business Intelligence
• Event Management
• Sap
• Erp
• Business Process
• Crm
• Team Building
• Process Improvement
• Management
• E-Commerce
• Change Management
• Professional Services
• Project Management
• Management Consulting
• Analysis
• Cloud Computing
• Product Management
• Consulting
• Mobile Devices
• Leadership
• Solution Architecture
• Program Management
• Enterprise Software
• Customer Service
• IT Strategy
• Solution Selling
• Salesforce.com
• Requirements Analysis
• Strategic Partnerships
• Start-Ups
• Business Alliances
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership