Welcome to my world
Hello, I’m Atin Agarwal
a Technocrat and a Leader
My Mantra is TECH –
- T = Target goals,
- E = Evaluate options,
- C =Choose best solution,
- H = Handle implementation (near to 0 loss (Time / Money)
I am a dynamic and visionary digital leader with over 2+ decades of senior leadership experience.
I am an adept digital strategist skilled in Enterprise IT Strategy, Innovation, Digitization, Consulting, and IT Operations management.
I have a proven track record of running smooth IT operations with latest technologies while achieving significant cost savings, up to 35-40% on IT budgets ranging from $20Mn to $850Mn.
Through strategic Technology and Strategic Partner Selection, Evaluation, Implementation, and Optimization. My diverse industry expertise encompasses Manufacturing, Pharmaceuticals, Telecom, FMCG, and ITES, complemented by extensive international exposure.
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How did I help the Organizations?
Throughout my career, I have honed my skills as a dynamic and visionary digital leader, adept at formulating and executing Enterprise IT Strategy, fostering innovation, and optimizing IT operations. My track record speaks volumes, having consistently delivered significant cost savings of up to 35-40% on IT budgets ranging from $20Mn to $850Mn, through strategic technology selection, evaluation, and implementation. My expertise spans various industries including Manufacturing, Pharmaceuticals, Telecom, FMCG, and ITES, augmented by extensive international exposure.
I take pride in my ability to drive tangible results, as evidenced by my achievements such as seamless ERP system implementation with zero downtime and significant cost reduction, as well as creating a digital footprint for a PPE manufacturer with a global marketplace presence and implementing IoT and Industry 4.0 in a traditional plant.
Furthermore, I am highly adaptable and thrive in fast-paced environments, demonstrated by my success in navigating mergers and acquisitions, and delivering impactful solutions that contribute to organizational growth and profitability.
I am enthusiastic about the opportunity to bring my unique blend of skills, experience, and vision to the organisation. I am eager to contribute to your continued success and look forward to the possibility of discussing how I can add value to the leadership team in achieving operations excellence in a budget conscious environment.”
My Career Snapshot
Vodafone Idea Limited
VP and Head – IT Governance June 2023
Present (1 year 2 months) Pune, Maharashtra, IndiaAs the leader in developing and implementing IT ecosystem, leveraged market insights and internal strengths to align with business strategies, collaborating with established partners to reduce IT costs by 30%.
Hitachi Systems
VP – Strategy and Alliances
April 2022 – April 2023 (1 year 1 month) Delhi, IndiaAs the key driver of IT strategy at Hitachi Systems India during its entry into the Indian market, I successfully expanded presence in the Cloud ecosystem by 400% in just 10 months through strategic relationships with ISVs. OEM’s and strategic partners.
B+D (Karam)
Global CIO ( B+D for Karam Industries Ltd)
May 2020 – March 2022 (1 year 11 months) Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, IndiaExpanded service capabilities by acquiring two providers and forming agreements with 15 top-tier partners, leading to a 70% boost in operational efficiency and 40% cost savings. Revamped Oracle ERP system, cutting costs by 68% YoY. Transformed web presence with a new Training as a Service model, increasing brand value and online revenue by 240%. Designed IT strategy for 90+ shop floors, driving Industry 4.0 readiness and fostering continuous improvement.
Narayan Teknologies
Principal Consultant– IT
November 2018 – May 2020 (1 year 7 months) Noida, Uttar Pradesh, IndiaManage client relationships and lead IT consulting projects globally, ensuring successful service delivery for telecoms and corporate clients, as well as public sector initiatives like Smart Cities and Education.
Adani Group
AVP -Group Head IT
July 2018 – November 2018 (5 months) Ahmedabad, Gujarat, IndiaEfficiently handled budget & formulated Annual Operating Plan with 30 % savings , crafted Technology Roadmap for 3yr keeping optimization and efficiency as key parameters.
Bharti Airtel
GM- IT Governance, EUS & SMO
January 2006 – July 2018 (12 years 7 months) Gurgaon, Haryana, IndiaDeveloped unified IT framework across the organization, ensuring seamless integration and efficiency.
DSM
Executive – ICT
January 2005 – January 2006 (1 year 1 month) Chandigarh, IndiaEfficiently deployed SAP at a 32% lower cost and 42% reduction in implementation time across multiple business groups in India, setting a benchmark aligned with European conglomerates.
SEDL
Assistant Manager – IT
November 2001 – January 2005 (3 years 3 months) Chandigarh, IndiaPower saving projects for all manufacturing industries saving power cost of more than 50% basis our SCDA tools and Instrumentation panels.
CK Birla Group
Trainee Software Engineer
January 2001 – November 2001 (11 months) Noida, Uttar Pradesh, IndiaUI/UX design for HRMS for the Group companies.
I Am Good At
Technical
- IT Enterprise Strategy
- Service Delivery
- IT Governance
- Cloud / Virtualisation
- Business Applications
- Data Analytics
- Data Centre / Infrastructure Management
- DevOps / Agile, Security / SoX / Audits
- Service Management
- Asset Management
- Audio-Visual Technology
- ERP / Oracle / SAP / CRM
Leadership
- People Management
- Stakeholder Management
- Merger and Acquisitions
- Budgets and P&L
- Vendor Negotiation
- Contract Negotiation
- Partner Management
- Cost Optimization
- Strategic Thinking
- Emotional Intelligence
- Conflict Resolution
- Agility and Adaptability
Few Of My Recent Accolades
Most Innovative Tech Leader
– CIO Times
-Sept’23
Atin is a pioneering technologist focused on revolutionizing industries through IT. With a remarkable ability to foresee and shape the technological landscape, he is driving transformational change globally.
His relentless pursuit of innovation consistently harnesses IT’s power to help businesses leap into the future. He strategically aligns cutting-edge technologies with practical industry needs, ensuring impactful outcomes.
Atin’s blend of foresight, expertise, and leadership has solidified his reputation as a trailblazer, inspiring others to push the boundaries of what’s possible in the digital age.
Most Iconic & Influencing Tech Leader
– CIO Today
-May’23
Atin’s proven success and unwavering commitment define a legacy of excellence in every endeavor. His exceptional skills and leadership are evident in his ability to navigate high-pressure situations with precision, ensuring success in complex challenges.
Known for inspiring teams with a clear vision, Atin fosters innovation and drives outstanding results. His strategic mindset keeps him focused, even in demanding circumstances, setting him apart as a true leader in his field.
This unique blend of poise, expertise, and dedication ensures consistent excellence, leaving a lasting impact in every venture.
Top 10 Tech Leaders in India
– TradeFlock
-Oct’22
Atin is a rising tech leader celebrated for his ability to align cutting-edge, cost-effective systems with an organization’s vision. His expertise in selecting world-class solutions enables businesses to achieve their goals without overspending.
Known for his unmatched negotiation skills, Atin consistently secures the best value for every investment. His precision in implementing these technologies is akin to changing the wheel of a moving train—seamless and flawless.
Atin’s strength lies in delivering high-quality, budget-friendly solutions that empower large and medium enterprises to thrive in a competitive landscape while maintaining excellence in execution
Appreciation by Manufacturing Today
– Manufacturing Today
-May’21
The ERP system upgrade, executed without downtime, led to a 370% cost reduction, a 400% boost in network strength, and improved system efficiency—a feat akin to changing wheels on a moving train.
The successful implementation of a marketplace with 2,000+ SKUs, vernacular capabilities, and country-specific product availability was a key achievement. It included platform automation, plant monitoring, and a “Hawk Eye” dashboard for real-time leadership insights.
Consolidating multiple HRMS systems, integrating gate pass systems, material tracking, and SKU-level QR codes reduced pilferage, ensured product authenticity, and protected intellectual property.
Some Other Accolades
- IT Strategist of the Year” – Alden Global – Aug’22 – Winning with his strategies and technical expertise in successful implementation of worldclass technologies at best prices.
- Appreciation by “Business World CIO” in Jun’21 – for creating digital footprint of PPE manufacturer with a great market place present in 8 different countries with referential available products.
- Appreciated and awarded by Chairman, Bharti Airtel Limited in 2008 – for implementing world class solutions contributing to PAT positive and becoming RMS #2
- Awarded by Intel and CIOL as “IT Power User Award” – for North India, in 2004 to develop inhouse applications and monitoring client systems from own location itself.
Recommendations
It is my pleasure to recommend Atin, a seasoned technocrat and leader with a proven track record of excellence spanning over 2.5 decades. Having known him for 18+ years, I can confidently say he is an exceptional leader with a rare blend of technical prowess, business acumen, and people management skills. He has consistently delivered complex projects ahead of schedule, driven by an unwavering commitment to seeing tasks through. His go-getter attitude, coupled with core negotiation abilities and an innate gift for relationship management, make him a valuable asset to any organization. Truly adaptable, Atin thrives in diverse environments and drives success through his deep understanding of both technology and business. His relentless dedication, while sometimes viewed as a challenge, only adds to his value as a highly results-oriented leader. I wholeheartedly endorse Atin for any senior leadership role like CIO.
Sanjay Kotha
I highly recommend Atin, a technocrat and leader with over 2.5 decades of experience. Having partnered with him across numerous organizations, I've witnessed his rare combination of technical expertise, financial acumen, and leadership skills. Atin excels in consulting, governance, budgeting, and logical thinking, consistently delivering complex projects ahead of schedule. His commitment to completing tasks is unmatched, and his negotiation and relationship management skills are exceptional. Atin seamlessly integrates technical and financial considerations, making him invaluable in strategic decision-making. His strong governance, budgeting, and people management abilities, combined with his deep technical knowledge, make him a standout leader. Atin’s adaptability, relationship-building, and results-driven mindset ensure success in any organization. I fully endorse him for senior leadership roles across the IT organizations.
Nitin Shah
Atin is focused and works well with suppliers /partners. He moved from IT operations to a governanace role , where he did a good job in designing frameworks, processes, policies and SLAs with business teams. He has good negotiation and technical skills that are blended in such a manner that partners and teams feel comfortable working with him. His success rate within timeline is therefore very good.
Amrita Gangotra
I am pleased to recommend Atin for their outstanding work in project management and IT contract governance. Atin has consistently gone above and beyond in their role, displaying exceptional teamwork, communication, and leadership skills. Atin successfully managed multiple complex projects during their tenure, efficiently and effectively delivering high-quality work. They possess a unique ability to navigate through challenging situations and ensure the project’s success, proving their mettle as a true ‘go-getter’. Atin’s expertise in managing governance for large IT contracts is unparalleled. They possess a thorough understanding of the guidelines, regulations, and compliance requirements, ensuring that all required activities are performed to meet quality standards. Their proactive approach to identifying and mitigating risks has been critical in ensuring project success. In addition, Atin's strong work ethic and commitment to excellence have impressed me greatly. They consistently display a high level of professionalism and offer creative solutions even when faced with challenging situations. I believe they will not only meet but exceed the expectations of any organization they choose to work with. Overall, I strongly recommend Atin for their exceptional management skills, go-getter attitude and expertise in IT contract governance. They will undoubtedly be a valuable addition to any team looking to achieve their business goals.
Umesh Gupta
Atin was one of the most committed professionals through his work at Bharti Airtel . His hands-on approach to IT strategy, Contract governance practices, global operations, execution of large programs, driving partners through effective contract administration, innovation and strong character gained him the respect of the Leadership within Bharti and associated partner organisations. Atin is dedicated, self-motivated, methodical, and very capable. Atin's leadership & organizational skills have been invaluable to the company and he always led by example. Atin's enthusiasm and dedication was both inspiring and motivating. He denotes a lot of analytical capability and willingness for both his personal & professional development. Working at Bharti Airtel is most challenging, and he battled the impediments. Atin worked far beyond the call of duty. Whenever I had a problem, there has never been a time he has left me without a solution. Through the years, we worked on various projects and I was impressed by his manner of doing a great job. He absolutely shines in a hectic environment. Definitely worth recommending.
Amit Behl
Mr. Atin is such a delightful person to have around. He is a great leader and an outstanding mentor with a rich multi-industry experience. He is innovative, organized as well as helpful and is always open to ideas and suggestions. His unique ability to organize the working process and let employees demonstrate their professional skills’ full extent made Mr. Atin everyone’s favorite. A combination of humor and empathy helps to lift the spirit in stressful situations. He has made me improve in many professional areas and taught me about leadership skills. It was a pleasure to be managed by him for experience in Airtel.
Rajveer Singh
What People Say About Me – Mastering the 4Qs: Empathy, Vision, Strategy, and Integrity
Intelligent Quotient (IQ)
Demonstrates exceptional analytical and problem- solving abilities by selecting and implementing world-class, cost-effective technology solutions.
His strategic insights consistently drive innovation, enabling enterprises to stay ahead in an evolving digital landscape.
Emotional Quotient (EQ)
Inspires and leads teams with empathy and a deep understanding of human dynamics, fostering a collaborative environment.
His ability to navigate high-pressure situations with composure ensures smooth transitions and successful project deliveries, even under challenging circumstances.
Political Quotient (PQ)
Skillfully manages stakeholder relationships and negotiations, securing favorable outcomes for all parties.
His adeptness at aligning technological initiatives with organizational goals has solidified his reputation as a trusted leader capable of navigating complex corporate environments.
Spiritual Quotient (SQ)
His vision-driven approach inspires others to pursue excellence with a commitment to values and long-term success.
