Premanand Godse
@premanandgodse
Strategic IT leader with ITIL/PMP credentials, driving secure service delivery and digital transformation for global enterprises.
What I'm looking for
Seasoned IT Service Management (ITSM) leader with 20+ years of progressive experience driving enterprise IT operations, infrastructure management, digital transformation, and end-user services across global organizations. ITIL v3 Certified and PMP trained with proven expertise in ServiceNow, ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus, incident management, change management, problem management, and SLA governance — supporting 2,500+ users across 22 countries. Early adopter and hands-on practitioner of Generative AI (Claude API, ChatGPT), prompt engineering, and AI workflow automation. Adept at aligning technology with business strategy, optimizing costs, and delivering measurable outcomes across FMCG, manufacturing, healthcare, and digital services.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Founder & IT / AI Consulting Lead
The Lotus Arts (India)
Nov 2017 - Present (8 years 7 months)
Integrated ChatGPT and generative AI into client content workflows, accelerating copy creation and SEO optimization by 50%+ while automating pitch decks and proposal drafts. Built AI-driven ad and email strategies improving CTR and engagement by 20–30%, and scaled an agency serving 100+ clients.
IT Manager - User Services
Aujan Group Holding
Jun 2014 - Nov 2017 (3 years 5 months)
Led global IT user support for 2,500+ users across 22 countries, implementing ITIL-based service processes and improving incident resolution and change control performance. Introduced an enterprise ITSM platform for real-time SLA monitoring and analytics, and delivered enterprise projects including unified communications with 82% cost savings.
IT Support Manager
Aujan Coca-Cola Beverage Company
Sep 2013 - Jun 2014 (9 months)
Managed multi-regional Tier 3 data center infrastructure supporting ERP, Exchange, Citrix, and telephony platforms. Led HQ setup for 350+ users and executed M&A IT integration, delivering major cost savings through Avaya IP Telephony (90%) and secure VC integration.
IT Automation Supervisor
Aujan Coca-Cola Beverage Company
Sep 2009 - Sep 2013 (4 years)
Standardized IT systems across Gulf branches, implementing VOIP for cost-effective communication and supporting L1–L3 for applications, servers, and networking. Designed secure VLAN/firewall/VPN and wireless infrastructure, and improved operations with open-source service desk adoption and automation scripts.
Senior Technical Specialist
Aujan Industries Co.
Nov 2005 - Sep 2009 (3 years 10 months)
Migrated 800+ users from a UNIX email system to Microsoft Exchange with full AD integration and zero data loss. Standardized hardware/software practices, deployed an intranet CMS for internal communications, and supported multi-country branch operations across KSA, UAE, Oman, Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Jordan, and Yemen.
IT Administrator & Support
Deekay International Pvt. Ltd.
Dec 2004 - Nov 2005 (11 months)
Managed and motivated an under-performing IT team to deliver SLA-based performance across branches while handling high-priority escalations to prevent customer churn. Provided technical support and managed post-sales excellence for LG’s MYPC showroom.
System & Network Engineer
Orbital Infomatics Pvt. Ltd.
Apr 2003 - Dec 2004 (1 year 8 months)
Served as the single point of contact between business users and internal developers, ensuring timely technical support and solution delivery. Built and supported custom network setups for small business clients to improve uptime and overall IT service quality.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Maharashtra Institute of Technology, Pune
Post Graduate Diploma in Business Administration, Business Administration
Completed a PGDBA (Post Graduate Diploma in Business Administration) from Maharashtra Institute of Technology, Pune.
Mumbai University
Diploma in Computer Technology, Computer Technology
Earned a Diploma in Computer Technology from Mumbai University.
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