Jacob Thangaswamy, Director

Jacob Thangaswamy

Director

National Real Estate Company – Kuwai

Location
Kuwait - Hawali
Education
Higher diploma, Computer Information Management
Experience
31 years, 9 Months

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Total years of experience :31 years, 9 Months

Director at National Real Estate Company – Kuwai
  • Kuwait - Al Kuwait
  • My current job since February 2015

A Kuwait Shareholding Company, Listed in Stock Market Kuwait, A Leading Real Estate Company with major market share.

Director - Information & Communication Technologies

Currently working as Director - ICT in National Real Estate Company since Feb-2015, with the responsibility to maintain and Support Oracle e-Business Suite Application, Microsoft Exchange Servers, Active Directories, Huge Data Center, With Many Vertical Products. Implemented Property Management and Enterprise Asset Management. Migrated R12.1.3 from Windows Environment to Linux with DMZ Configuration for Internet Access to Application Server from anywhere outside the domain

Instrumented Group IT Policies and Procedures, Taking care of IT Budgets, Infrastructure Planning, and Strategic Decision Making in line with company mission and vision.

Building Business Process Requirements, doing gap analysis and implementing Vertical solutions for the processes gaps.

One of the Strategic plan is to go for Linux from Windows, and to incorporate Oracle Virtual Machine for the required six Servers.

Handling Oracle EBS R12 Applications and Database 11g on my own, Zero SR Raised to Oracle Support.

Good to mention my previous work experience here, I worked in Axis Solutions Kuwait as a Technical Manager, with the responsibility of Oracle Apps DBA, Oracle Apps System Administrator, Oracle Apps Technical Lead, Oracle Apps SCM. eAM, Financials (GL, AP, AR, CM, FA), WMS, eAM & OPM Functional Lead

Expanding my functional know how’s in the areas of HRMS, Payroll, Self Service, I Procurement, Cost Management, Property Management for Revenue and Expenses.

22+ Years of Consultancy, Development, Implementation of Major ERP’s and Pre sales Experience with 17+ full life cycle implementations of Oracle Applications 11i & R12

Complete Technical Knowledge and above said Functional Areas in 11i & R12 Modules

Rich experience in Managing Techno Functional Implementation of Oracle modules such as, below:
Functional Knowledge
Financials (GL, AR, AP, FA, CE),
Supply Chain (PO, INV, OM, WMS),
Asset Management (eAM), Landed Cost Management System (LCM),
Human Resource Management System (HRMS), Payroll (PAY),
Project Costing & Projects (PA),
Process Manufacturing
Property Manager
Technical Knowledge
BI (Discoverer), Oracle Alerts, Oracle Workflow Management & Customization, Oracle Apps Server Sizing, Oracle Apps Installation, Customization Development, Integration with Vertical Products like Navis (Port Management Systems), Retail Point Of Sales and Manhattan Warehouse Management. Having exposure to Database Administration, like Patching, Cloning, Trouble Shooting, and System Administration Task.

Rich Experience in managing full cycle Deliverables ensuring timely deliveries as per quality norms and defined guidelines. Strong abilities in Software Testing, Involved in creation of test environments, Test Scripts / cases-Scenario Test, Regression & Integration Tests and resolution of issues.

Domain expertise in Oracle database, Oracle forms, Oracle reports, Oracle E-Business Suite 11i & R12, Business Intelligence, Power Builder, MS SQL Server in varied industries like Oil and Gas, Retail, Logistics, Transportation, Manufacturing, Banking, Investments, Real Estate and IT Services etc.

Effective Leader with excellent team management, leadership by example with Technical, Development and analytical skills. Strong communication, collaboration & team building skills with proficiency at grasping new technical concepts quickly & utilize the same in a productive manner.

Technical Manager - Techno Functional Oracle Implementation Consultant at Axis Solutions Computer Company (KGL Group)
  • Kuwait - Al Farawaniyah
  • September 2005 to February 2015

 Managing Successful ERP implementations around Kuwait, Dubai & Qatar.
 Steering Profit Center Department with a team size of 20. Along with the Implementation, Carried Over various integration, Technical solutions, data warehousing, disaster recovery plans, strategic developments, Business Development Plans and Oracle Technology Sales.
 Handling Data migration, Reconciliations, Customizations and Reporting
 Installing Oracle E-Business Suite on Single Node environment, Multi Node environment.
 Database Administration, Applying Patches, Cloning the Database, Cloning the Application, Fine Tuning Database and Building Data Center for Numerous companies on my projects and Sizing the Server for oracle Apps.
 Integrating ERP With other Vertical Products, like Fleet Management, Warehouse Management, Rental & Lease Management, Freight & Forwarding Companies, Transportation Companies and many Legacy Systems
 Responsible for Pre Sales, Budgeting, Project Costing, Revenue and P&L of the Department
 Technical Team Lead & Involved in Solutions Design of the modules
o GL, AR, AP, CM, FA, Payroll, HRMS, SSHR, PO, Inventory, OM, WMS, OPM, MWA, Projects, Landed Cost Customization, Point of Sales Customizations & Etc.,

Accomplishments

 Managed constant Revenue Turnover and Net Profit as per the mandate for 4 Consecutive Years
 Successfully Managed and Completed 17+ Full Cycle ERP Implementation with complex integrations.
 Used Internal Resources to complete the Entire Oracle Technical Requirements.

Technical Manager - Enterprise Application Division at Kuwait Scientific Research Center
  • Kuwait - Al Farawaniyah
  • April 2013 to November 2014

Project Name : Oracle e-Business Suite R12 (12.1.3) HCM & Payroll

Project Duration : Nov-2012 - Jun-2013

Role : Technical Manager, DBA, System Administration

Senior System Analyst at Mohammed Nasser Al Hajery & Sons W.L.L – Kuwai
  • Kuwait - Al Farawaniyah
  • September 2002 to September 2005

Leaders in Pharmaceuticals, Cosmetics, FMCG, Medical Equipments and Agriculture

 Implemented EPICOR SCALA ERP System, involved in User Requirement Study, Business Analysis, Gap Analysis, Mapping the requirements in the system, testing, training and post production support.
 Handled Database installation, Data Migration of Masters, Transactions and History (Oracle to MS SQL)
 Integrated Smart-shop a retail software with SCALA ERP.

Accomplishments

 Undertaken the study, Re-engineering the Business Process, incorporating the change management process along with ERP implementation.
 Independently lead and completed all Data migration task from Legacy system to ERP.
 Awarded the best team member in the ERP and Smart Shop Retail Software Implementation.
 Established the process flow along with the E&Y Consultancy Team.

System Analyst / Application Consultant at Mohd Abdulrahman Al-Bahar (UNISYS)
  • Kuwait - Al Kuwait
  • August 2000 to August 2002

A Champion in Point of Sales Application, Implemented, Developed and Maintained No.1 Point of Sales Product from UNISYS UK.
 Successfully maintained 116 Retail Sites (POS) and around 28 Oracle Application Clients.
 Installed Server with NT or 2000, Linux, RDBMS like Oracle or Informics or MS SQL, WAN/LAN Setup, Using Hubs and Modems to connect the Central Database from a remote area.
 Development of various Customized Products to compliment Point of Sale Software.
 Barcode Printing Software and integration with Legacy system

Sr. Programmer at Khalil Bahman & Trading Company
  • Kuwait - Al Kuwait
  • November 1998 to July 2000

Technical Preview

Software : Power Builder 6.0, Sybase SQL Anywhere 5.0
RDBMS : Oracle
Operating Systems : Windows NT

Key Deliverables

•Completely Managed the conversion of the existing Clipper program to GUI Power Builder program.
•Maintained the computerized accounting system.
•Assisted in ISO 9001, ASME and API certification

 Completely Managed the conversion of the existing Clipper program to GUI Power Builder program.
 Maintained the computerized accounting system.
 Assisted in ISO 9001, ASME and API certification

Computer Programmer at Khalifa Al-Daij Al-Dabbous Bros. Co
  • Kuwait
  • January 1997 to January 1998
Institute Manager at United Training & Research Center – Chennai Indi
  • January 1995 to January 1996
Customer Support Manager at Safe Data Systems alias
  • January 1994 to January 1996
Faculty cum Programmer at Ken Computers (Pvt) Ltd – Chennai Indi
  • January 1994 to January 1995
Sr. Programmer at Vishwashanthi Corporation – Chennai Indi
  • January 1993 to January 1994
Programmer at Sunshine Enterprises – Chennai Indi
  • January 1991 to January 1993
at National Real Estate Company
  • United Arab Emirates
  • to

Project Name : Oracle e-Business Suite R12 (12.1.3) Property Manager
Implementation

Project Duration : Jun-2017 till Dec-2017

Role : Property Manager Techno-Functional, Single Handed Implementation

Skills : Property Manager Techno-Functional.

Deliverables : Oracle Property Manager Requirements Documentation, Solution Design, Gap Analysis and User Manuals & Etc.

Technical Preview
  • to

Visual Basic 6.2, Power Builder 8, Crystal Reports, Business Objects, Oracle Forms & Reports
RDBMS : MS SQL Server, Oracle
Operating Systems : Windows NT, W2K Server & XP

Key Deliverables

•Implemented EPICOR SCALA ERP System, involved in User Requirement Study, Business Analysis, Gap Analysis, Mapping the requirements in the system, testing, training and post production support.
•Handled Database installation, Data Migration of Masters, Transactions and History (Oracle to MS SQL)
•Integrated Smart-shop a retail software with SCALA ERP.

Accomplishments

•Undertaken the study, Re-engineering the Business Process, incorporating the change management process along with ERP implementation.
•Independently lead and completed all Data migration task from Legacy system to ERP.
•Awarded the best team member in the ERP and Smart Shop Retail Software Implementation.
•Established the process flow along with the E&Y Consultancy Team.


Mohammed Abdul Rahman Al Bahar - Kuwait
Reputed company in Pharmaceuticals and FMCG Products

Technical Preview
  • to

Power Builder 6.0 & 8.0, Oracle Forms and Reports 6i, Business Objects Reports
RDBMS : Oracle 9i, Informics 6
Operating Systems : Unix, Windows NT, 2000

Key Deliverables

•Successfully maintained 116 Retail Sites (POS) and around 28 Oracle Application Clients.
•Installed Server with NT or 2000, Linux, RDBMS like Oracle or Informics or MS SQL, WAN/LAN Setup, Using Hubs and Modems to connect the Central Database from a remote area.
•Development of various Customized Products to compliment Point of Sale Software.
•Barcode Printing Software and integration with Legacy.

Khalil Bahman Trading Est. - Kuwait
Reputed Company in Oil & Gas Sector : Galvanizations and Maintenance Areas.

Education

Higher diploma, Computer Information Management
  • at UPTRON Academy of Computer Learning
  • May 1993

courses: Oracle Implementation Specialist Certification •Certificate Course in Project Management from Project Management Institute (US) •Oracle Certified Associate (SQL) •Oracle Training in Financials, SCM, HRMS & Payroll •Certificate Course in Power Builder, Oracle Forms & Reports •Certificates Course in Basic Programming

Bachelor's degree, Philosophy
  • at Madras University
  • March 1991

Bachelors Degree in Philosophy with Allied Subjects of Ethics, Psychology and Logics. Which is the Key success for my Information and Technology Career.

Specialties & Skills

Purchasing
ERP design
Oracle Enterprise Manager
Order Management
Manufacturing
Procure to Pay Cycle in Oracle E-Business Suite & Legacy Systems
Information & Technology Policies & Procedures
Information & Technology Budgeting & Cost Management
Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity Plan
Business Analysis & Process Defining
Project Management - PMI Certified
OPERATING SYSTEMS - Windows, Linux, Unix, AIX
Data Center Maintenance - Oracle VM, Hyper-V and 30 Physical Servers
Oracle Accounting - GL, AP, AR, CM, FA
Integrations in Oracle ERP With API's and Interface Procedures
Order to Cash - Revenue Models - Rent to Cash
ASSET MANAGEMENT
Oracle E-Business Suite - Techno Functional & DBA in All Modules
ORACLE Forms, Reports, OAF Applications, AppEX
ORACLE DBA

Languages

Arabic
Beginner
Tamil
Native Speaker
English
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