S Prasad
@sprasad
Experienced Cross-Functional Manager with expertise in Project Management— operational readiness.
What I'm looking for
I’m an experienced Cross-Functional Manager with expertise in Resource management, Business process improvement, People management, and Project Management—particularly in operational readiness and migration initiatives. In the Learning & Development space, I’ve led efforts such as the NPS NSI launch, conducted skill gap analyses, and supported future workforce readiness through strategic resource planning and call forecasting. Throughout my 18-year career, I’ve worked closely with both consumer and enterprise customers (cloud and hardware), consistently focusing on enhancing service quality, customer success, and operational efficiency while applying strong business acumen to align operational outcomes with business goals.
As the NPI/NSI Lead for GSR India at Hewlett Packard Enterprise, I am responsible for service readiness and ensuring that all products and services, including core hardware and GreenLake Platform solutions, are successfully launched. Working in the capacity of CPSM role for GreenLake Platform Support, I am responsible for support readiness for the launch of SaaS, HWaaS, and IaaS, by developing support flow, case management, cross-team communication, elevation and escalation paths, SOP, and enabling training, resources, and tool access while adhering to Agile Project Management and ITIL. I ensure readiness activities contribute to enhanced customer success outcomes by improving adoption, retention, and customer experience. Skilled at uncovering problems and leading execution of solutions related to product launch / implementation.
As a Team Lead (SME), I worked with a team of 20+ engineers, overseeing their overall performance and skill development. I was responsible for managing customer escalations, key account case management, and team operational metrics such as CE, AHT, FCR, DA, PPMD, training, process implementation, and other critical areas. Additionally, I actively contributed to technical upskilling initiatives and floor improvement projects.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Software Engineer
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Jan 2020 - Jan 2023 (3 years)
Led the development of scalable cloud solutions, optimizing performance and ensuring high availability for critical applications. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate new features and improve existing services.
NPI/NSI/NOI Lead
Hewlett Packard Enterprise
Nov 2021 - Present (3 years 9 months)
Spearheaded end-to-end support readiness for new product launches on the GreenLake and for all new product and service introductions by aligning operations with product launch requirements, skill planning, and process integration. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to define and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), ensuring effective stakeholder communication. Identified resource
Software Engineer
Microsoft
Jun 2017 - Dec 2019 (2 years 6 months)
Contributed to the design and implementation of core software components for enterprise products. Participated in code reviews and mentored junior engineers, fostering a collaborative development environment.
Software Engineering Intern
May 2016 - Aug 2016 (3 months)
Developed and maintained web applications, focusing on front-end and back-end development. Optimized user interfaces and improved system performance, ensuring a seamless user experience.
Subject Matter Expert (SME), Team Lead
Hewlett Packard Enterprise
Jan 2017 - Present (8 years 7 months)
Led a team of 18-26 remote consultants, providing technical and process guidance. Implemented KPIs and reporting metrics that enhanced service delivery and team performance. Analyzed call data to identify trends, resulting in improved call resolution rates.
Technical Solution Consultant
Hewlett Packard Enterprise
Mar 2013 - Present (12 years 5 months)
Provided expert troubleshooting for technical issues, ensuring adherence to service agreements. Achieved First-Call Resolution consistently, enhancing customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. Led investigations into complex issues, identifying root causes and implementing sustainable solutions.
Sr. Technical Associate
Dell International Company Pvt. Ltd.
Nov 2008 - Present (16 years 9 months)
Managed KPIs, SLAs, and escalations for a team of 20 members. Conducted comprehensive training sessions to upskill new engineers, enhancing team performance. Acted as a primary escalation point for customer issues, NPI follow-ups, and consistent service desk performance, ensuring timely resolutions and improved customer satisfaction.
Sr. Technical Associate
Wipro BPO
Apr 2006 - Present (19 years 4 months)
Monitored and resolved technical issues, enhancing user satisfaction. Assisted in optimizing team operations, improving workload management and efficiency. Coordinated training sessions for new product launches, ensuring smooth transitions and knowledge transfer.
Capability and Development Lead
Hewlett Packard Enterprise
Nov 2021 - Present (3 years 9 months)
Spearheaded end-to-end support readiness for support teams during new product launches on the GreenLake and for all new product (Servers, Storage) and service introductions by aligning operations with product launch requirements, skill planning, and process integration. Ensured alignment between support processes and operational models, including case management, escalation paths, and SLA expectations.
Subject Matter Expert/Team Lead
Hewlett Packard Enterprise
Jan 2017 - Present (8 years 7 months)
Led a team of 18-26 remote consultants, providing technical and process help. Implemented KPIs and reporting metrics that enhanced service delivery and team performance.
Technical Solution Consultant
Hewlett Packard Enterprise
Feb 2013 - Present (12 years 6 months)
Provided expert troubleshooting for technical issues, ensuring adherence to service agreements. Achieved First-Call Resolution consistently, enhancing customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.
Sr. Technical Associate
Dell International Services India Pvt. Ltd.
Sep 2008 - Present (16 years 11 months)
Managed KPIs, SLAs, and escalations for a team of 20 members. Conducted comprehensive training sessions to upskill new engineers, enhancing team performance.
Sr. Technical Associate
Wipro Limited
Jun 2006 - Present (19 years 2 months)
Monitored and resolved technical issues, enhancing user satisfaction. Assisted in optimizing team operations, improving workload management and efficiency.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Delhi University
Bachelor of Commerce, Commerce
Completed a Bachelor of Commerce degree, focusing on business principles, accounting, and economics. Gained foundational knowledge in various aspects of commerce and trade.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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Location
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