Andrew Williams MBCS
A 25-year track record of technical innovation
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ABOUT ME
I pride myself on being able to constantly adapt my catalogue of skills to come up with innovative solutions that result in products and services users will find clean and intuitive.
With a broad technical and management background, I am ideally placed at the intersection of two complimentary disciplines. Committed to success, and a passionate adherent to the theory that less is more, I create solutions that are functional and efficient.
The secret to innovation is a keen sense of imagination, coupled with mastering the art of clear communication. I know that the technical world isn’t for everybody, so I make a point of speaking the language of whoever I need to converse with. This enables me to bring people together, and create a team that will work diligently until the project is perfect.
MY KEY SKILLS
Big Picture - Full Software Development Lifecycle (SDLS)
Organization - Project Management
Innovation - Effective Solutions Discovery
Teaching - User Training & Support
Improvement - Troubleshooting & Issue Resolution
CAREER ASPIRATIONS
I am always excited to explore new opportunities that allow me to exercise my full portfolio of technical and managerial skills. With a keen eye for detail, a passion for following the latest developments across multiple industries, and a tough commitment to providing customer satisfaction, I am uniquely placed to add value to any business.
Never afraid to take the first step in a new direction, I pride myself on thinking outside the constraints of the typical 9 - 5 job, and am always interested to explore new avenues of creativity and innovation.
To discuss how your project can benefit from the end-to-end solutions only 25 years of technical excellence can provide, contact me today.
TECHNICAL PROFICIENCES
Platforms:
Windows Server platforms, Linux, Mac OSX
Software Development:
Java, C#,C#.NET,VB.NET, VB 5.0/6.0,VBA, COBOL 74
Database:
MS Access, MS SQL Server 2005-2015
Web / Networking:
HTML, DHTML, XML, Javascript, VBScript, ASP.NET, Web Services
ERP:
System 21 (JBA), Sage Line (500), Sales Logix
Software Expertise:
Microsoft Office Suites, Visio, Crystal Reports, QlikView Reports, DTS, SSIS, Team Foundation Server
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
Higher National Diploma, Computer Studies (1990)
Manchester Polytechnic, Manchester, UK
Associations & Memberships
British Computer Society – Professional Membership (2006)
Professional Development
Diploma in Business Management & Entrepreneurship (expected 2019)
British Computer Society – Chartered IT Processional (expected 2017)
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Deb Group Limited
Business Development Analyst (11/2007 – Present)
A challenging and invigorating role in which I connect with a broad portfolio of business units, including: Sales & Marketing, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Finance, Logistics, and IT Operations.
Role Related Skill Set
• Lead technical support for critical Production and Warehouse Management systems
• Innovative approach to problem solving
• Working across the entire IT infrastructure
• Track faults to resolution with external vendors
• An effective and diligent team player who continuously strives to improve process and performance
• Reworked business process to align with strategy and company objectives
• Sourcing of software services and products
• Ongoing supply and contract management with vendors
• Minimizing downtime by providing regular out of hours support
• Proven ability to manage and deliver projects on time and within budget
• Pivotal role in all project competencies
• Expert at facilitating risk and problem remediation
• Developed in-house reporting and data extraction tools
• A passionate innovator who embraces a new challenge
• Regular participant in software development projects
• Expert at translating business requirements into functional specifications
• Development of testable prototypes
• Vast knowledge of the latest trends and best practices
Key Achievements
• Increased efficiency and reduced operating costs
• Improved accuracy of stock control by developing a bespoke interface between a Production Control System (Datastor) and an ERP System (Sage Line 500) using VB and SQL
• Reduced time and cost associated with processing export orders via the development of an EDI System
• Development of an ASP.net/SQL system that processes products from the production line into the ERP System
• Championed SDLS using a combination of Waterfall, Agile, and SCRUM methodologies
• Full rollout of a new WMS System
• Full analysis and preparation for migration to SAP
Abru Limited
IT Operations Manager (12/1999– 3/2007)
A wide-ranging role in which I was responsible for providing operational excellence and end user quality of service across a range of technology and IT solutions.
Role Related Skill Set
• Comprehensive support for a team of 35 users, and additional third party support
• Responsible for end-to-end service and provision of all hardware and software across the organization
• Oversight of all remediation and issue identification systems
• Proposal of system upgrades in line with business aims and model
• Championed the use of new tools to improve efficiency
• Critical input into budget preparation and formation
• Lead all negotiations with contractors and suppliers
• Highlighted opportunities to leverage new technology
• Championed the development of informative intellectual property
• Work included: standardizing builds, recovery plans and general guides
• Proactive in mentoring junior team members to build their skills
• Responsible for regular appraisals, and took a proactive approach to goal setting that was in line with business vision
Key Achievements
• Reduced costs by more than 20% whilst maintaining quality of service by defining and outsourcing Disaster recovery and IT Managed Services
• Project management of an ERP System migration to timeline and budget constraints
• Championed the adoption of a business intelligence tool for improved MIS reporting
• Implemented a company-wide WAN upgrade that increased bandwidth whilst reducing hardware and support costs