Michael Richard

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ABOUT MICHAEL RICHARD

As an ex-Microsoftie, 3x Microsoft FastTrack Recognized Solution Architect (FTRSA)- Dynamics 365 CE and AWS Certified Solution Architect, I have more than a decade of experience in Microsoft Dynamics CRM across various versions from 3.0 to D365. I specialize in helping large enterprises achieve digital transformation using Microsoft Products such as Microsoft Business Apps, Power Platform and Azure Platform.I enjoy tackling complex design problems and providing essential and valuable skills to rescue failing projects in the IT industry. I also have leadership skills that enable me to shape and grow teams that deliver high-quality projects with excellence• Domain Expertise: Public Sector, Manufacturing, FMCG, Oil/Gas, Utilities, Health and Banking• Technology / Platform / Language exposure: Power Platform, Dynamics 365 CE, AWS, Azure, Microsoft SQL Server, HTML / JavaScript / VB Script.Net, Outlook Add-Ons, Script #, Office 365, Azure DevOps, Kingswaysoft, Jira, SharePoint, Windows Server / NetworkingMy experience in Solution Delivery:I am a seasoned Dynamics 365/ Power Platform / Azure architect / consultant with a proven track record of delivering high-quality solutions for various industries. I have successfully implemented 25+ projects involving large-scale Dynamics 365 deployments, automated ALM / CI-CD processes, upgrades, multi-country, and multi-language rollouts. I have also been involved in \'Microsoft Fast Track\' assisted projects, where I have collaborated with Microsoft experts to ensure best practices and optimal outcomes.I have a global exposure of working in different regions and cultures - United Kingdom, Singapore and across Europe. I have also served as a \'Consulting Architect\' for over 10 projects, where I have provided design guidance, conducted assessments, and performed course - corrections for clients in UK, Europe and Singapore. I have strong communication and interpersonal skills, and I am always eager to learn new technologies and methodologies.My Pre-Sales experience includes- Analyzing customer needs, challenges and goals and designing optimal solutions based on Microsoft technologies such as Dynamics 365 and Power Platform- Presenting the solution to customers, outlining the solution architecture and providing cost and schedule estimates for the implementation- Creating demos, delivering presentations and facilitating workshops with the customersI have contributed to the success of 6+ accounts by providing workshops, proposals and demos.