This document is a resume for Arun Balasundaram that outlines his professional experience and qualifications. It summarizes that he has over 10 years of experience in software development and implementation projects for various industries, with a focus on ERP systems. He holds an M.Sc. in Software Engineering and a PGDBA, and has worked in several roles for IT consulting companies, currently serving as Chief of Operations for his own company, FOSS INFOTECH.
Zorana Bojanovic, MS EE
424 West Oakdale, Chicago, IL, 60657
Email: zbojanovic@yahoo.com, Mobile: 312-286-2938
PROFILE – DIGITAL PROJECT MANAGER/BUSINESS ANALYST CONSULTANT
Project Manager/Business Analyst with 18 years of experience delivering complex technology projects in consulting and agency environments. Delivered superior consumer, B2B and government websites on WCMS and e-commerce platforms, custom web applications, CRM and mobile apps. Lead complex website projects through Digital Strategy, Creative Concepting, UX Design, Visual Design, Content Development, Web Development, and SEO optimization. Conducted project scoping, requirements gathering sessions and produced user stories, functional specifications, mock-ups and wireframes.
Zorana Bojanovic, MS EE
424 West Oakdale, Chicago, IL, 60657
Email: zbojanovic@yahoo.com, Mobile: 312-286-2938
PROFILE – DIGITAL PROJECT MANAGER/BUSINESS ANALYST CONSULTANT
Project Manager/Business Analyst with 18 years of experience delivering complex technology projects in consulting and agency environments. Delivered superior consumer, B2B and government websites on WCMS and e-commerce platforms, custom web applications, CRM and mobile apps. Lead complex website projects through Digital Strategy, Creative Concepting, UX Design, Visual Design, Content Development, Web Development, and SEO optimization. Conducted project scoping, requirements gathering sessions and produced user stories, functional specifications, mock-ups and wireframes.
1. ARUN BALASUNDARAM
Phone: +919994947514 | e-Mail ID: arun.3187@gmail.com
Linkedin: http://in.linkedin.com/pub/arun-balasundaram/26/b00/53a
PROFILE SUMMARY
★ Chief – Operations / Founder Member of FOSS INFOTECH.
★ Master of Science in Software Engineering with first class distinction.
★ Post Graduate Diploma in Business Administration (PGDBA) with first class.
★ Wide experience in software development and implementation projects for various
industry verticals like Trading, Manufacturing, Services etc.,
★ Extensive knowledge about business processes, technical concepts, project
management and implementation methodologies.
★ Good management, analytical, documentation and presentation skills.
★ Self Motivated and Socially Responsible Person.
★ Technology Enthusiast and a Foodie.
EDUCATION
Post Graduate Diploma in Business Administration
2010-2012 | Symbiosis Center for Distance Learning | First Class
Specialization in OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT
M. Sc. Software Engineering
2004-2009 | Anna University | First Class Distinction
Sri Krishna College of Engineering and Technology, Coimbatore, India
College Team Basketball Player | Department Students Coordinator | No History of Arrears
FUNCTIONAL KNOWLEDGE
★ Good knowledge about the business processes and operational requirements.
★ Formulating solutions based on the analysis of existing processes.
★ Mapping real life operating procedures into software applications.
★ Industry specific experience in the areas of Trading, Manufacturing and Services.
TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE
Programming Languages: Python, PHP, C#, PL/SQL and SQL
RDBMS:
PostgreSQL, MySQL, MSSQL and SQLite
Reporting Tools:
Crystal Reports, RML and iReport
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2. Platforms: MVC Architecture, Odoo Development Framework,
WAMP/LAMP/XAMPP and Microsoft .NET
Enterprise Software Applications: Odoo (Formerly OpenERP), Microsoft Dynamics NAV,
Microsoft Dynamics SL, Dolibarr, Alfresco, vTiger CRM,
Microsoft CRM, OpenCart and phpBB
Imaging and Design Tools:
Adobe Photoshop, CorelDRAW and Dreamweaver
Web Concepts:
Bootstrap (CSS and JavaScript), Font Awesome, XML,
HTML/DHTML and Web Services
Content Management Systems:
Odoo CMS, Wordpress, Joomla and Drupal
Office Applications:
Libre Office, Google Drive and MS Office
AREAS OF INTEREST
Web Technologies, Mobile Computing, API, Business Intelligence, Business Administration,
Project Management and Financial Accounting
WORK INFORMATION
Chief – Operations / Founder Member
FOSS INFOTECH (www.fossinfotech.com) | July 2013 to Present
★ Role: Business Administration and Operations Management.
★ Managing business operations, projects and administrational responsibilities.
★ Client interfacing and coordination with business partners like Customers, Service providers and
banking institutions.
★ Mentoring a team of software professionals with industry standard best practices and
organizational disciplines.
Senior Software Engineer
Itara IT Solutions Private Limited (www.itarait.com) | April 2011 to July 2013
★ Role: Project Manager (Responsible for software product delivery, Resource scheduling, Time and
cost management).
★ Using a 4 member team, I have developed 5 commercial web applications in ASP.NET with C# and
MSSQL as database server.
★ The applications are developed for a range of functional areas like supplier relationship
management, project management, employee appraisals, fixed assets management and financial
accounting reports.
★ Implemented an ERP application (OpenERP) and a Document Management System (Alfresco) for
own Company.
★ Awarded for performance excellence, timely execution of projects and good customer
satisfaction.
Technical Consultant
Itara IT Solutions Private Limited (www.itarait.com) | April 2010 to March 2011
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3. ★ Role: Techno-Functional Consultant (Techno-Functional support for ERP implementations
projects, Project Lead for software development projects and supporting role for other projects
like CRM, Web designing etc.,).
★ Reports development and workflows customization in ERP assignments with Microsoft Dynamics
NAV.
★ Functional support for ERP assignments with OpenERP.
★ Developed a commercial application using VB.NET for generating tax reports (Sales tax, Service
tax and TDS) with statutory compliance. This application was integrated with an existing ERP
application.
★ Revamped own Company’s website which was live for two years.
Junior Technical Consultant
Itara IT Solutions Private Limited (www.itarait.com) | April 2009 to March 2010
★ Role: Software Developer (Software programmer and Technical consultant for ERP projects).
★ Reports development and workflows customization in ERP assignments with Microsoft Dynamics
NAV.
★ Developed a software application using VB 6.0, for managing fixed assets. This application had a
couple of successful implementations and gained good customer satisfaction.
★ Played a supporting role in implementing a CRM solution for internal business development team.
PERSONAL INFORMATION
Date of Birth: January 03, 1987
Nationality: Indian
Passport Holder: Yes
Languages (Read, Write and Speak): English and Tamil
Extra-Curricular Activities: Basketball player
Pass Time: Reading, Gaming, Art and Craft, Carrom and Movies
Other Interests: Food Industry and Visual Effects
Date: December 07, 2014
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