Alvin Ewe

Trusted Technical Advisor: Extensive experience consulting enterprise customers on Cradlepoint SD-WAN, SASE, and managed network services, including global connectivity. Solution Design Expertise: Skilled in designing and deploying tailored SD-WAN/SASE/SSE solutions that integrate Cradlepoint 5G routers with diverse network infrastructures such as MPLS, Broadband, Fixed Wireless Access, Ethernet P2P, and Cloud Acceleration. Project Implementation: Hands-on execution of high-impact projects across Southeast Asia, including IoT-CCTV deployments (e.g., Bounty Fresh), ports, banks, and public sector agencies. Customer & Partner Enablement: Delivered technical training, workshops, demos, and onsite proof-of-concepts to partners and customers; actively contributed to RFP/RFI/proposal processes. Relationship Management: Strong track record in building and maintaining trusted relationships with partners and end-customers. Business Development & Evangelism: Represented the brand in regional trade shows and exhibitions; played a key role in securing strategic wins such as: * 5G Vessel Project (STE) * PSA & MariApp Shipping * Malaysia Police Vehicle Network * Maxis Branch CPE Rollout * LTA & Changi Airport Bus Terminals * PLDT Philippines SD-WAN * Manila Port RAN and Epson Manufacturing * Bangkok Hospital 5G Initiative

Key Strengths Summary – Enterprise & Cloud Networking Business Development & Pre-Sales Leadership: Extensive experience identifying and developing new business opportunities across APAC, with a strong focus on enterprise and telecommunications sectors (Including Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Philippines, Vietnam and Brunei) Channel Partner Enablement: Successfully delivered technical enablement programs, workshops, and presentations to empower partners and distributors, accelerating solution adoption and sales growth. Cloud & AI-Driven Networking Expertise: Proficient in showcasing and conducting trials for next-generation cloud management (XIQ) platforms with built-in AI/ML-powered security and analytics. Enterprise Wi-Fi Architecture: Led the design and deployment of Wi-Fi 6/6E/7 networks across large-scale enterprise environments such as warehouses, factories, and office campuses. Tender & Bid Strategy: Proven ability to influence RFP outcomes and deliver competitive, technically robust proposals for high-stakes regional tenders. Strategic Project Delivery: Executed critical infrastructure projects for high-profile clients including PSA, Changi Airport, Sembcorp Marine, FedEx, Shimano, and ICA in mission-critical environments.

Business Development & Market Strategy * Develop new business opportunities across APAC countries. * Collaborate closely with account teams to strategize and approach new markets and clients (e.g., XL Axiata, Indosat, Telkom, TM, CAT Telecom, AIS TH, ToT). Pre-Sales & Customer Engagement * Provide pre-sales consulting, customer training, and channel partner enablement. * Understand customer requirements and present latest solutions and product updates. Technical Expertise & Solution Design * Deliver solutions in IP/MPLS, GMPLS 100G DWDM Transport, OTN, IP Optical Mobile Backhaul, GPON, CE, SDN, NFV, and orchestration technologies. * Design and propose SDN orchestration architectures (e.g., Blueplanet SDN Orchestration for SPTel, AIS TH, Telin ID). * Develop hyper-converged data center interconnection solutions (e.g., Waveserver DCI). * Architect DWDM security solutions for financial institutions using 100G and 200G encryption line cards. Proposal & RFP Management * Prepare and respond to customer RFPs to secure strategic projects.

Key Strengths Summary – Network Architecture & Strategic Consulting End-to-End Network Solutions Expertise: Skilled in managing and consulting on comprehensive solutions across Alcatel-Lucent’s wireline access, wireless LTE, optical DWDM, IP core, and routed MPLS technologies—delivering integrated, future-ready network architectures tailored to customer needs. Strategic Planning & Technology Consulting: Led strategic consulting initiatives for major telecom operators in Singapore and Brunei (including StarHub, M1, MyRepublic, TelBru, and DST), providing ongoing guidance on network modernization and evolution aligned with future technology roadmaps. Customer-Centric Innovation: Worked in close collaboration with R&D and product management teams to drive feature enhancements and ensure alignment with specific customer requirements. Network Roadmap & POC Validation: Spearheaded the planning and design of customer network evolution strategies, including leading POC and live trials (e.g., small-cell mobility trial with MyRepublic in Jurong and SPTel NSP orchestration trials) to validate new designs and configurations. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Recognized as a balanced and effective team player, bridging internal solution design efforts with external customer engagements to ensure seamless execution and delivery of complex network solutions.

Key Strengths Summary – Network Consulting & Enterprise IP Solutions Enterprise IP Network Consulting: Delivered strategic consulting and design services to high-profile clients across the region, optimizing their existing and new IP network infrastructures for scalability, cost-efficiency, and long-term sustainability. Network Audits & Diagnostics: Performed in-depth audits of customer IP networks to uncover vulnerabilities, design inefficiencies, and architecture flaws—enhancing reliability and performance (e.g., Deloitte Consulting, Sungard India). Hands-On Implementation & Migration: Led the planning, configuration, and seamless migration of customer access, edge, and core networks—leveraging technologies such as Layer 2/3 switching, spanning tree protocols, and advanced routing configurations including active-active routing. Large-Scale Wireless Network Deployment: Designed and implemented robust wireless network solutions for major telecom operators and enterprises (e.g., CAT Telecom Thailand, Citibank Singapore), ensuring secure, high-performance connectivity. IP Voice Network Readiness Assessments: Conducted comprehensive network readiness evaluations to ensure IP voice environments met or exceeded industry standards—servicing clients such as Citibank, American Express, Singtel, UOB, OCBC, and LTA Singapore. Workshops & Technical Enablement: Played a key role in customer engagement through workshops, technical presentations, and design recommendation sessions to align stakeholders with evolving product roadmaps and best practices.

Key Strengths Summary – Telco Network Architecture & Solution Consulting End-to-End Telecom Solution Consulting: Provided strategic consulting and architectural design for major telecom operators across the region, enabling their migration to next-generation services such as 3.5G and LTE using comprehensive E2E solutions (including optical transport, packet networks, mobile core, and IP/MPLS infrastructure). Pre-Sales & Technical Advisory: Delivered high-impact pre-sales presentations and technical consultations to guide telcos in selecting optimal business models and architectures—covering technologies such as Optical WDM, packet transport, hybrid and all-IP solutions. Customer Workshops & Network Planning: Led technical workshops and strategic planning sessions to educate clients on market trends and assist in long-term network design and evolution. Key clients include Celcom, Maxis, DiGi, Axiata, TM, M1, Singtel, StarHub, XL Axiata, Barkie Telecom, Telkomsel, and Grameenphone. Deep Technical Expertise in Telco Networks: Strong foundation in telco network technologies and architectures, including MPLS-TE, QinQ, 802.1Q/p VLAN tagging, VLL, VPLS, and L3 VPN deployments. Public Speaking & Solution Evangelism: Represented Huawei in industry forums and conferences, delivering insights on product strategies, network transformation, and market direction. Market & Competitive Analysis: Conducted in-depth market research and competitive benchmarking to support product positioning and customer decision-making.

Key Strengths Summary – IP/MPLS & Carrier Ethernet Solutions Regional Solution Consulting: Delivered high-level consulting and network solution design for major telecom operators across Southeast Asia, specializing in advanced IP Carrier Ethernet and MPLS-based services including VLL, VPLS, IP/MPLS, mobile backhaul, and multi-service VPN offerings. Industry Evangelism & Market Outreach: Represented Alcatel-Lucent at major international trade exhibitions and roadshows (e.g., APRICOT, CEWC, Broadband World) to promote product innovation and raise market awareness across the region. Customer-Centric PoC Leadership: Led the design, setup, and execution of complex Proof-of-Concept (PoC) initiatives tailored to customer testing needs—demonstrating technical capabilities and validating next-generation network solutions. Bid Support & Sales Enablement: Consolidated critical product and solution information to support large-scale sales bids and tenders; collaborated closely with pre-sales technical design and commercial operations to align bid strategies. Competitive Intelligence & Product Strategy: Managed competitive analysis efforts to benchmark against market players, influence product strategy, and shape differentiated offerings through innovative bundling and feature positioning. Technical Enablement & Stakeholder Support: Provided continuous consultancy and updates on emerging product capabilities to end-customers, partners, and internal sales teams—ensuring alignment between evolving technology and business objectives.

Key Strengths Summary – Enterprise LAN/WAN Transformation & Optimization APAC MPLS Migration Initiative: Led the regional migration of all APAC WAN links to MPLS architecture, delivering enhanced network performance and achieving estimated cost savings of €20 million. High Availability (Active-Active) Network Deployment: Spearheaded Active-Active network architecture projects across key APAC offices including New Zealand, Indonesia, India, Philippines, and Thailand—resulting in improved redundancy and €5 million in savings. Dual-Homing Redundancy Project: Successfully relocated secondary links to remote sites and implemented robust routing and failover configurations across multiple countries (e.g., Indonesia, India, Thailand, Vietnam, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka), generating €3 million in savings. Global Security Enhancement (IPS Deployment): Oversaw the rollout of Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS) in over 20 locations across APAC and EEMEA (including Oman, Qatar, Jordan, and Saudi Arabia), enhancing regional network security posture. WAN Optimization Expertise * Global Riverbed and Packeteer: WAN Optimization Program: Core member of DHL’s global product team responsible for the evaluation, design, and rollout of Riverbed WAN optimization solutions across 13 APAC countries, realizing €6.5 million in operational savings.

Key Strengths Summary – ISP Network Design, Wireless Infrastructure & Enterprise Connectivity Network Architecture Pioneer: Played a foundational role in the design, planning, and implementation of TIME dotCom’s wired and wireless network infrastructure—including the deployment of 5GHz radio and laser-based point-to-point (P2P) wireless links. Broadband & ADSL Deployment: Designed and deployed broadband nodes and ADSL switching infrastructure to support both enterprise clients and residential users, enabling scalable high-speed connectivity. Routing & Network Protocols Expertise: Configured and optimized both static and dynamic routing protocols across the network, ensuring reliable and efficient data delivery. Enterprise Wi-Fi Rollouts: Implemented large-scale enterprise wireless solutions, including the nationwide deployment of Starbucks Hotspot connectivity throughout Malaysia. Performance Monitoring & Optimization: Utilized tools like CiscoWorks and MRTG for real-time network monitoring, capacity management, and performance reporting. Product Evaluation & Testing: Conducted hands-on testing and proof-of-concept evaluations for new network technologies and equipment, including routers, DSLAMs, wireless access points, and network diagnostic tools. Onsite Troubleshooting & Incident Response: Provided direct, hands-on support for network troubleshooting and customer issue resolution, ensuring minimal downtime and high service availability.

Graduated with Honors in Bachelor of Science in Information System