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Suresh KumarSuresh Kumar
AGM & Group -IT Head
Chemmanur International Group
+91 8606070977
+91 9895712132
suresh@itconsultant.in
suresh3007

Winner of Next100 CIO Award - 2013 by ITNEXT Magazine
Winner of EDGE - 2014 Award by Information Week
Winner of IT Leadership Award - 2014 by ITNEXT Magazine
Winner of KHM 2014 Award
Honored with "The Digital CIO" Award - 2016 by Cyber Media India Ltd.
An IT Professional with 20+ Years of Experience in Software and Database Management
Technologies, Infrastructure Management, Business Solutions and Network Operations
Experience in Managing wide variety of Business Applications for Organizations in Retail,
FMCG,Automobile, Power Electronics, Non-banking and Jewellers with Key Focus on CRM, Supply
Chain Management, Auditing, HR Solutions and ERP Implementation.
A Technocrat with Clear Understanding of Business Objectives and available Solutions for aligning IT
with Business
Specialties: IT Strategy, IT Budgeting, IT Systems Management, Process Improvement, Project
Management, Business Intelligence & Data Warehousing, Database Administration & Management,
Application Development, Team Building, ERP Implementation, Cloud Computing, Big Data
PROFILEPROFILE

QUALIFICATIONQUALIFICATION

 B.Sc Maths From Calicut University - 1994.
 Post Graduate Diploma In Computer Application From
Brilliants Computer Centre - 1995
 Post Graduate Diploma In Computer Application(B
Level) From Bharathyar University – 1998
 BSI Course certification for ISO 27001 [ information
security management system ] implementation.

PROFILEPROFILE

Boby Chemmanur International GroupBoby Chemmanur International Group
EXPERIENCEEXPERIENCE
www.chemmanurcredits.com, www.chemmanurinternational.com
Period: 23/01/2012 Till Date
Group is in to Different Business interests like :
Non-Banking Finance Company [ 115 branches ]
Microfinance [ 25 branches ]
Chits
Gold & Diamond Jewellery [ 37 Branches ] India, Dubai, Kuwait, Malaysia, USA.
Real estate.
Managing Group IT requirements by using 35 No's of strong IT team.Managing Group IT requirements by using 35 No's of strong IT team.
AGM & GROUP IT HEAD

Implemented VPN in 115 NBFC branches
Developed Application software for NBFC and Implemented
Implemented HRMS with Biometric integration.
Implemented DVR for all the 115 Branches.
Setup Control room for monitoring the cameras.
Implemented Auditing software for audit department.
Implemented Vehicle tracking system.
Developed and implemented installment collection system through Mobile App.
Implemented one hour night security punching system for ensuring security is in duty.
AGM & GROUP IT HEAD

 Centralised AD content pushing system for all the 150 + Tv’s and Big LED Walls across
the branches
 Setup toll free number and call centre with fully automated IVR system.
 Setup Data centre for the group.
 Setup DR for the Group.
 Managing 20 Servers.
 Implemented internal and public mailing system
 Setup Internal Chat system.
 Setup Intranet website for sharing internal news and information's.
 Implement MPLS VPN for all the jewellery branches across the glob.
 Implement Biometric punching system and automatic salary processing system.
AGM & GROUP IT HEAD

 Implement 10 websites for different divisions and purpose.
 Implement Blood data bank and its operations.
 Implement IP Phone.
 Implement all Top management MIS through SMS.
 Implement Approval system through SMS.
 Implement installment collection through various collection mechanism like Mobile
App, Collection device and SMS.
 Implement Social media for the business promotion.
 Implement alarm system in all the branches.
AGM & GROUP IT HEAD

Marikar Group , Cochin
www.marikargroup.com
Period: 01/11/2010 to 20/01/2012Implemented MPLS VPN [ aircel ] across the group.
Implemented Centralised Accounting system across the group.
Implemented Secured Internet access with the help of central firewall.
Implemented Biometric system for managing the daily attendance.
Implemented IP/DVR/IVR camera systems for better control.
Implemented SMS/Mailer system for Business promotion and service reminders.
Developed websites for the group and individual divisions.
[www.marikargroup.com,www.marikarnissan.com,www.marikarhonda.com,
www.marikarhonda.com, www.marikarcanon.com, www.marikarengineers.com ]
Implemented internal website for sharing the internal news
Eg:. circulars, news, meeting schedules etc.
Implemented centralised IT support system.
Managing day to day IT Support activities.
Coordination with AMC/Service vendors
Coordination of the upcoming projects.
Implemented Internal Instant messaging system.
Implemented auto backup system.
Centralise the back office work by the implementation of Terminal service in win 2003.
Chief Technology Officer

Varkeys Retail ventures (P) Ltd., Cochin
Period: 05-Apr-2007 to 30-Oct-2010
 Handling IT operation across the group – 57 supermarkets,2 Hyper markets, 15 Distribution centres , 4 regional
offices and corporate office.
 Evaluate 3 different ERP software and finalise SAP R3.
 Evaluate data centre requirements and find out each product [ Servers, UPS, Racks, Networking, Storage,
Fire alarm Etc. ]
 Evaluate different SAP project implementation companies and finalise implementation partner.
 Interact with SAP implementation partner and functional people from varkeys side for fine turning business
process.
 Coordinate Training for SAP and new retail application
 SAP project manager- successfully implemented SAP across the group
 Change existing retail software to new retail application [3E] – 59 stores
 Handle IT infrastructure set up for 30 newly opened stores 2 regional Offices 2 Regional distribution centres
and 1 Corporate Office
 Set up centralised Data centre for running SAP, Retail Application HO Server, Mail Server, FTP Server, DNS
Server, Web Server, Antivirus Enterprise Server, Active Directory Server, Backup Server Etc.
HEAD ~ IT

 Set up VPN network across the group – 75 locations. Installed Fortigate firewall centrally and Linksys
box for remote locations
 Set up BSNL Non-Exchange line for connecting 10 locations
 Make company website [www.varkeysretail.com , www.vmart.in, www.vrv.net.in] live and updated.
Create mail ID under this domain and implemented with in the group. Coordinate site design,
content development , hosting Etc.
 Develop a internal website for sharing internal information.
 Implement terminal service with in the group.
 Set up a strong IT team for handling all the IT requirement.
 Implement SMS messaging by using SMS gate way.
 Implement centralised Ad system- for announcing the store offers.
 Interact with all kind of IT product vendors and find out cost saving products time to time.
 Implement Door access system for corporate office and Data Centre
 Implement Surveillance system – DVR and IP Camera.
 Implement online Exam system for HR Dept.
HEAD ~ IT

Set up a Centralised IT support Department, Online complaint register and single contact
no. for all kind of IT issues.
Implement Remote Support for all kind of software issues.
Reduce IT expense by controlling travelling, preventive maintenance.
Implement Thin Client for normal office users – power saving, centralised data.
Implement Online training system
Implement backup system.
Implement Instant Messaging system [ In intranet only ]
Identify SAP support partner and doing enhancement in the system.
Identify partner for supporting retail application [ .Net/MS SQL ]
Implement BI solution.
Interact with Finance / master Data / Purchase / sales team for the improvements in the
SAP system.
HEAD ~ IT

Muthoot Pappachan Group .Cochin
www.muthoot.com
Period: 13-Jun-2005 to 30-Mar-2007
 Coordination of entire IT operation across the group. [ Muthoot Fincorp LTD.(425 branches –
Kerala, Tamilnadu, Karnataka,Andra & Maharashtra) , Muthoot Capital Services Ltd., Muthoot
Honda, Muthoot Yamaha, Muthoot Plaza, Insurance division, Sharetrading Division Etc.]
 Technical Support for Muthoot Technopolis – A 3.5 lakh Sq.Feet IT Park situated in Cochin
 Managing Colocated Mail Server ( Around 2500 Mails)
 Managing Mail / Database Server
 Managing Entire Hardware/software/connectivity problems by using 30 nos of support engineers
in 5 states. [ Around 1500 Computers ]
 Setup broadband connectivity for the branches(Asianet, Airtel,Tataindicom,BSNL)
 Giving Technical support to Sharetrading division – (Connectivity Use VSAT)
 Managing implementation of Virtual Private Network
 Implementation of Firewall & Security Systems
 Developed Online software for monitoring daily business status all over the country
 Implemented online software support through remote admin technology.
Head ~ IT

Muthoot Pappachan Group .Cochin
www.muthoot.com
Period: 13-Jun-2005 to 30-Mar-2007
 Managing 12 no’s websites – Site updations and maintenance ( for each company )
 Given software training ( Online CRM ) for entire branches.
 Recruitment of Hardware and Software People
 Controlling Technical peoples travelling expense
 Discussion with other software companies for implementing new software projects(Technical &
Financial )
 Implemented Loyalty program with in the group
 Implemented IT/E-mail policy
 Video Conferencing
 Thin Client Implementation
 Implement paperless office concept in different department operations.
Head ~ IT

Hykon Infotech. Cochin
Period: 15-May-2000 to 11-Jun-2005
 The Job profile includes Identifying niche areas for sustainable market, conceiving new ideas, Research
on those topics, developing into brilliant projects, preparing concept notes, proposals, project reports,
presentations before clients, initiating strategic alliances with premiers in the industry, customer relations.
 Market research and analysis
 Also involved in management activities and responsibilities, Lead a marketing team
 Study, analyze and develop the marketing strategy/ plans for the company’s products and services to
achieve adequate market penetration/ market share/ brand positioning. Ensure their alignment with the
overall corporate objectives and business plans.
 Study and understand the company’s markets, brands, customer segments and competitive positioning
through market research, collection and analysis of marketing intelligence, and research on industry
trends. Collate and maintain data on market share, competitor strategies, product and pricing policies,
customer profile, brand image and perceptions, consumer feedback, product performance, etc. in order
to facilitate/plan marketing strategies.
 Project planning and Management
 Responsible for the development of corporate and product literature/brochures and merchandising
material for the company’s products and services.
Manager ~ IT

 Plan and participate in trade shows/ exhibitions that help fulfil the company’s sales & marketing
objectives.
 Plan and execute a Public Relations plan for the company to enhance its corporate image in the regions
that it operates in.
 Co-ordinate with external agencies such as advertising agencies, media and promotion companies,
printers, PR companies, etc. to for implementation of marketing campaigns.
 Ensure accurate and timely preparation and submission of management information reports covering
utilization of marketing budgets, progress against the marketing calendar, market and competitor
information.
 Maintain confidentiality of all information.
 Monitoring Long-term as well as short-term projects.
 Channel marketing and web marketing which includes Channel Partners Coordination, developing new
channel partners
 Overall Coordination with various departments
 Coordinating HR Department
Manager ~ IT

 Participating in analysis, design and development of various customized s/w projects, leading my
technical team in development of the projects and Ensure timely delivery of the project.
 Managing a dedicated server co-located at Spectrum Softech Solutions (P) Ltd. More than 150 web sites
are hosted in this server. Out of which more than 30 sites are with database .
 Managing the full requirement of hardware and networking in Hykon Group of Companies. More than 120
computers are there.
 Managing more than 250 email Ids
 Managing different types of internet connectivity
 Research and Developed a solution for advocate’s secretarial works.
 Setup and manage intranet mailing system.
 Experience in implementing the full features of Ms-word, Ms-Excel and Ms-Powerpoint.
 Manage entire IT operation of Medical Transcription ( Hykon Transcripts Pvt.Ltd. )
Manager ~ IT

Computer Park , Cochin
Period: September 1998 to May 2000
Technical Consultant
Responsibilities: Participating in analysis, design and development of various customized s/w
projects, leading my technical team in development of the projects and Ensure timely
delivery of the project. Responsibilities also include implementation of the system and
providing ONSITE / ONLINE support.

Sylicon Systems, Cochin
Period: June 1998 to September 1998
Programmer, Faculty
Responsibilities: Conducted training programme in TRAVANCORE COCHIN CHEMICALS LTD.
Eloor, Cochin. Develop software modules.
Responsibilities: Manage overall operations of a computer centre. This is a regular college
under calicut university
Period: December 1995 to June 1998
M.E.S. Kalladi College, Mannarkkad Course Co-ordinator

PERSONAL DATAPERSONAL DATA
Age : 42 years
Current location : Thrissur, Kerala.
Passport : Valid Indian Passport
Preferred Location : Cochin, Kerala
Date of Birth : 28-03-1973
Languages Known : Malayalam, English
Marital Status : Married
Other Areas of Interest : Music, Reading and Travelling

"The Digital CIO" Award"The Digital CIO" Award
Honored with "The
Digital CIO" Award,
for Leading the
Business Change.
The Dataquest
Business
Technology
Awards, instituted
by Dataquest,
India’s premier IT
Magazine,
recognizes the
excellence in the
implementation and
use of technology
for business
benefits by Indian
companies

About – India’s Future CIOAbout – India’s Future CIO

IT Next –IT Next – Leadership Award
Certificate of
Achievement, presented
by IT NEXT in November
2014 for reaching the
highest level of IT
Leadership in the
organization. This selection
is done from the selected
members who have
received CIO Award in
last 5 years.

About – EDGEAbout – EDGE
Enterprises Driving Growth and ExcellenceEnterprises Driving Growth and Excellence

KHM Award for CSR
Most recently the Kochi
Health Mission Award for his
contribution to IT Industry,
especially to Social Service
related Projects. This award
have been honored by
considering the social
responsible initiative for
automation process of Blood
Bank formation using
different technologies/
platforms like social media
etc.

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