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I have been working in IT industry, for Microsoft and for Microsoft’s technologies nearly 23 years as of now. By combining the experience of various technologies within Microsoft, my aim is to seek out for challenging new IT managerial opportunities where my experience could make a difference. With the current speed of IT technology changes, companies that want to operate efficiently needs to be able to adapt itself quickly to these changes. And I believe adapting to these changes quickly is the main part of my abilities which could make the difference. Professional Experience: - Technical Leadership of Unified Communications MEA team –through collaboration, influence - Verifying the team compliancy on operating model processes & Ensuring continuity of success and improvements - Provide assistance in new projects during all stages of including: assessment, planning, designing, initiation, implementation of the Windows infrastructure - Analyze all aspects of the existing infrastructure and recommends modifications that will enhance system reliability, availability, serviceability and scalability - Participating in special studies, marketing efforts and formal proposals, stays current on techniques and technologies to ensure that customer requirements are met - Evaluate new developments and recommend infrastructure modifications - Deep understanding of markets, customers, and technology; have the background to provide leadership in the practice and a demonstrated effectiveness in consulting and client management - Deep understanding of customer and partner business and IT environment, and have demonstrated skills creating architecture and deploying technology to solve business problems - Industry leading depth knowledge of subject area, and have demonstrated analysis and communication skills connecting technology and business problems - Excellent Customer Service skills and effective learning skills