DURGA PRASAD VALAVALA
Chennai,TN
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven Solution Consultant with extensive experience in the pharmaceutical and life sciences industries. Proven expertise in quality control, lab automation, and laboratory informatics (LIMS, ELN, CDS, MES, L7 ESP etc.). Proficient at requirement gathering, cross-functional collaboration, and delivering tailored solutions to meet client needs. Committed to excellence and continuous improvement, aiming to leverage technical and functional skills and experience to excel in dynamic and challenging environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sr.Solution Consultant
GVW Technolgies Pvt Ltd
02.2023 - Current
- Working on implementing custom workflow configurations in the GVW Technology partner’s software (Enterprise Science Platform)
- Conducted research on new technologies or industry standards that may impact the business.
- Trained staff on new software applications or other technology solutions
- Acting as liaison between clients and other departments within the company
- Provided both functional/technical insights to vendor teams.
- Participated in developing in proposal documents, requirement documents, RFP, etc
- Presented solution offerings to clients, clearly articulating the benefits and value of proposed solutions.
- Collaborated with customers to understand their needs & challenges, offering tailored solutions that address their specific requirements.
- Collaborated with sales teams to understand client pain points and architect tailored solutions that demonstrate the value of our company's offerings.
Associate Team Lead
GVW Technologies Pvt Ltd
01.2019 - 02.2023
- Worked with master data teams for clients including Janssen Pharma, Aspen Pharma, and Syngene.
- Created and updated analysis, variations, product, item codes, and formulas in Labware LIMS.
- Served Aspen Pharma by providing Labvantage LIMS services, including test method interface updates to Empower, reference standard updates, general test method updates, and SWE updates.
- Created new and updated existing stability studies in Labvantage LIMS according to the client’s SSP.
- Reviewed and approved stability study master data in Labvantage LIMS.
- Configured master data elements on Labvantage (Specifications, Parameters, Parameter Lists, Sample Plans, Grouped Test Methods, and Work Items) at the sites to ensure accurate and complete configurations.
- Trained and mentored resources involved in the project.
- Developed SOPs, work instructions, status reports, and other process documents.
- Built strong relationships with customers through a positive attitude and attentive responses.
- Coordinated weekly meetings for internal and external groups.
Quality Control Executive
Actavis Pharma Development Center Pvt. Ltd
07.2015 - 01.2019
- Conducted stability tests to evaluate comprehensive quality of finished products in accordance with laboratory quality systems.
- Process and review laboratory data and results using computer systems such as Empower 3
- Created and deployed best practices to improve efficiency and reduce defects.
- Reported repeated issues to supervisors and other departments, collaborating to identify issue roots and rectify problems.
- Maintained laboratory instruments and equipments
Education
MBA(General Management) -
Amritha Viswa Vidya Peetham
Coimbatore, India10.2026
M.Pharmacy (Pharmaceutics) -
Shri Vishnu College of Pharmacy
Bhimavaram, India05.2015
Skills
- Laboratory Informatics: LIMS (Labvantage,Labware), ELN, CDS, MES, L7 ESP)
- Programming Languages: Python, SQL(Basic)
- Industry 40 Technologies: IIoT, Automation Systems
- Software Tools: MS Office, Data Analysis and Visualization (eg,Power BI), JIRA
- Database Management: SQL Databases (SQL Server)
- Requirements Gathering: Business Analysis, Stakeholder Management
- Communication: Technical Writing, Presentation Skills, Client Communication
- Collaboration: Cross-Functional Teams, Inter-Disciplinary Collaboration, Sales Collaboration
- Client Relations: Client Needs Assessment, Customized Solutions, Client Support
Certification
· Introduction to Industry 4.0 and IIoT
NPTEL
· Python Crash Course
Coursera
· Consulting Job Simulation Program
Accenture Nordics (Forage)
Lab Automation
IGMP
Timeline
Sr.Solution Consultant
GVW Technolgies Pvt Ltd
02.2023 - Current
Associate Team Lead
GVW Technologies Pvt Ltd
01.2019 - 02.2023
Quality Control Executive
Actavis Pharma Development Center Pvt. Ltd
07.2015 - 01.2019
MBA(General Management) -
Amritha Viswa Vidya Peetham
M.Pharmacy (Pharmaceutics) -
Shri Vishnu College of Pharmacy
· Introduction to Industry 4.0 and IIoT
NPTEL
· Python Crash Course
Coursera
· Consulting Job Simulation Program
Accenture Nordics (Forage)
Lab Automation
IGMP
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