Ketan Garud

ERP functional consulting with focus on IFS 7.5 Procurement (P2P) and Project Control (PCO) modules.

Worked as a deployment lead for Technip Middle East for locations Abu Dhabi, Doha, Kuwait and Saudi Arabia.

Currently managing Technip core solution activities and IFS solution deployment for Technip Corporate Services in Paris, France.

Organization Infosys Technologies Ltd
Client International Container Terminal Operator
Duration Feb 2013 - November 2013
Role Team Lead/Functional Consultant
Responsibilities:
* Define scope of work (SOW) document, SLA determination
* Provide Level 2 Support for global operations of client
* Handle tickets related to Distribution, Maintenance and Finance
* Manage IFS Connect related issues (Interface related configuration)
* Coordination with multiple teams (L1 and L3) -cross functional teams, technical team and test team
* Identify the key support areas and suggest process improvements, Standardization of business processes
* Manage IFS release and deployment, Perform Post Patching Activities and Testing
* Handle new requirements through Change Management process
* Preparation of User Manuals and Training Material (Quick reference guides)
* Scaling up of resources, conducting discussions and end user trainings
* Reporting and Analysis using BMC Remedy ticketing tool
* Resource Management, Handle Project Allocations, Billing and Invoicing

Organization Infosys Technologies Ltd
Client Engineering, Procurement, Installation and Construction Client
Duration April 2010 - Jan 2012
Role Functional Consultant
Responsibilities:
* Worked on 3 implementation/roll-out cycles - Benelux, UK and France operations of EPC (Engineering, Procurement, Construction) client
* Procure to Pay domain Off-shore lead for IFS ERP implementation of UK go-live
* Handled project control and monitoring in IFS ERP
* Prepared the Cutover strategy and plan for the Go-Live
* Designing the solution for UK Business
* Understanding the Business Requirements and mapping the Business Requirements to IFS ERP.
* Data Migration of the Data Objects from the Legacy systems into the IFS ERP
* Documentation of the "As is" process, assist in the design and documentation of the "To be" process
* Process mapping with minimal customization along with identification of process gaps
* Developed process flow diagrams with aid of tools like MS Visio
* Developing functional and technical specifications
* Creation of Business Process Models (BPMs) using a software tool ADONIS:CE
* Configuration of setups across modules towards creation of system environment
* Preparation of Business Data Requirement and Security Role Matrix
* Leading System Testing, System Integration Testing, UAT and post Go-live support for Benelux
* Coordination with multiple teams (both onsite & offshore) -cross functional teams, technical team and test team
* Preparation of User Manuals and Training Material (Quick reference guides, BPP etc)
* Scaling up of resources, conducting discussions and trainings

Organization Infosys Technologies Ltd
Client Engineering, Procurement, Installation and Construction Client
Duration Dec 2013 - till date
Role Functional Consultant
Responsibilities:
* ERP solution roll out for client's Qatar operations
* Conduct fit gap analysis for local business
* Basic/Master data preparation, Dynamic data migration in trial cutovers
* Conduct SIT, UAT for local design changes
* Conduct end user training and provide post go-live support