Ramna Rajan

Product Manager -Connectivity Solutions @ D-Link Middle East and Africa

About

Every great network starts with the right connection — and I’ve made it my mission to make those connections seamless. I started my journey in structured cabling and ICT over 15 years ago, working behind the scenes analyzing designs, preparing documentation, and supporting project planning. That foundation taught me that careful planning and thoughtful design are what make networks reliable, scalable, and future-ready. Over the past decade, I’ve helped organizations across the Middle East & Africa region, implement enterprise networks, smart buildings, and large-scale residential projects. In the last five years alone, I’ve driven 60% growth in structured cabling portfolios, introduced 10+ innovative products including high-density 96-fiber 1U panels and PoE-enabled cable designs, and guided the installation team on a 1000+ villa smart residential project in Abu Dhabi. Securing approvals from top consultants like Aldar is just one example of translating technical expertise into real-world impact. I thrive at the intersection of technical depth and business strategy — managing product lifecycles, leading pre-sales initiatives, and collaborating across teams to turn complex requirements into practical solutions. Mentoring colleagues, sharing knowledge, and driving innovation are as important to me as the networks we design. Rooted in integrity, efficiency, and collaboration, I aim to create products that exceed technical standards, deliver superior performance, and remain practical and cost-efficient. Let’s connect! If you’re in telecom, ICT, or smart building solutions, I’d love to share ideas, explore collaborations, and build smarter, future-ready networks together.

Country

United Arab Emirates

City

Dubai

Industry

Information Technology & Services

Skill

Structured Cabling Solutions, PABX System Design, ELV System Integration, Submittals & Compliance, Cost Estimation, Project Coordination, ICT Systems, Cross-functional Collaborations, ELV/ICT Integration, Structured Cabling & Connectivity, PoE & Hybrid Cabling Solutions, Standards & Compliance, Market Analysis, Technical Documentation, New Product Development & Innovation, Cost & Profitability Optimization, Product Roadmap & Strategy, Mentoring & Knowledge Sharing, Pre-Sales Support & RFQ Management, Technical Proposal Development

Experience

Product Manager -Connectivity Solutions

D-Link Middle East and Africa

2018-12 - Present · 7 yrs 10 mos

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

-Led product lifecycle management, turning concepts into market-ready, high-performing structured cabling solutions. -Drove new product development & innovation, launching 10+ products including high-density 96-fiber 1U panels and PoE-enabled designs. -Collaborated with engineering, design, and manufacturing teams to develop reliable, cost-effective, and future-ready network solutions. -Defined product roadmap & strategy, ensuring alignment with market trends and customer needs across the Middle East & Africa. -Ensured standards & compliance (ISO, TIA/EIA), maintaining high quality, safety, and regulatory adherence. -Conducted market analysis & competitive research, optimizing product offerings and profitability. -Mentored teams, distributors, and partners, sharing technical expertise, market insights, and best practices to drive adoption and long-term impact. -Oversaw technical documentation, datasheets, and customer-facing materials, ensuring accuracy and usability.

Pre-Sales Consultant-Structured Cabling

D-Link Middle East and Africa

2014-4 - 2018-12 · 4 yrs 9 mos

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

-Guided clients from RFQ to final approvals, turning complex challenges into structured cabling solutions that balance performance and cost-efficiency. -Created demos, proof-of-concepts, and presentations to make fiber optic & copper network designs tangible and easy to understand. -Provided pre-sales support, delivering submittals, compliance documentation, and technical guidance throughout the project lifecycle. -Advised clients on high-density and PoE-enabled network solutions, optimizing scalability and reliability. -Conducted site surveys, feasibility studies, and market research, gathering customer insights to refine proposals and ensure alignment with regional needs. -Acted as the bridge for cross-functional collaboration between clients, sales teams, and technical teams. -Supported ELV/ICT system integration, enhancing overall network performance and future readiness.

Electronics Engineer

Al Reyami Technologies

2011-1 - 2014-3 · 3 yrs 3 mos

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

-Designed and estimated structured cabling solutions and PABX systems for various clients, ensuring compliance with Abu Dhabi & Dubai Police, Etisalat, and DU requirements. -Prepared and reviewed submittals, technical documentation, and price offers, including itemized bills of quantity for accurate project costing. -Supported the technical and implementation teams during project execution, integrating custom ELV systems and resolving on-site technical challenges. -Coordinated across teams to ensure smooth workflow from design to deployment, maintaining high standards of quality and client satisfaction. -Gained hands-on experience with ELV systems, including structured cabling, PABX, and integration of multiple ICT solutions.

Trainee Engineer

Al Reyami Technologies

2009-11 - 2011-1 · 1 yr 3 mos

Dubai

*Design and estimation of Structured cabling systems *Co-ordination with the sales team for the drawings, specifications for the preparation of the best offer *Co-ordination with the project execution team for service related issues and maintaining proper record of the service calls. *Maintaining a record for the allocation of engineers for the on-going projects in co-ordination with the execution team.