Pulakesi Gadiyaram

Notable projects:

1.Agile transformation and team restructuring

- Led a successful Agile transformation initiative, transitioning a traditional waterfall project management approach to Agile methodologies.

- Oversaw the restructuring of cross-functional teams, optimizing resource allocation and enhancing collaboration and communication.

- Resulted in a 20% improvement in project delivery time and increased consumer satisfaction.

2. SCRUM Implementation for E-Commerce Platform (Dunzo)

- Managed the implementation of SCRUM practices for a large-scale e-commerce platform,coordinating efforts between development teams, product owners, and business stakeholders.

-Facilitated backlog grooming session and sprint planning, ensuring alignment between product vision and development efforts.

- Resulted in 30% increase in team productivity and 15% decrease in defects, leading to a improved customer experience and increased revenue.

3. Agile Process Improvement for Software Development

- Spearheaded an Agile process improvement project, identifying bottlenecks and inefficiencies in the software development lifecycle.

- Collaborated wit teams to implement lean principles, streamline workflows and optimize resource utilization.

- Achieved a 25% reduction in project cycle time and 15%increase in on-time delivery, resulting in improved customer satisfaction and cost savings.

• Evangelized agile as strategic asset of culture and business value, inspiring teams in implementation of new tools and techniques.
• Coached teams in Agile practices and provided necessary training to create positive mindset to Agile methodologies.
• Led the transition to agile development methodology from traditional water fall processes resulting in improved project delivery time and customer satisfaction
• Coordinated with product owners and product development teams to define project goals, priorities and sprint plans
• Conducted sprint planning sessions and backlog grooming to ensure the timely delivery of high quality software releases

• Designing, Scheduling, Training and Evaluating
• Designed around 2000 Training Programs
• Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
• Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
• Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
• Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
• Taught players how to run specific game plays in order to build cohesive, structured team.
• Enforced discipline both on and off-field to lead team with highest personal standards.

• Developed sales strategy based on research of consumer buying trends and market conditions.
• Worked diligently to resolve unique and recurring complaints, promoting loyalty, and enhancing operations.
• Leveraged profit opportunities by recruiting top talent and managing brand image to exceed plan performance.
• Spearheaded market expansion plans for senior leadership.
• Engineered effective inventory management strategies and loss prevention initiatives to keep shrink below [Number]%.
• Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.

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• Promoted clinical data management course

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• Anchoring the pre-launch, launch and post launch activities 2
• Identifying, short listing and appointing potential partners 3
• Coordinator for TOEFL examinations & KOMPASS Centers for 2 years
• Achievements: Conducted > 50K ETS – TOEFL Tests
• Reduced the costs by 40% in executing over 1, 00,000 IT Certifications.

• Email marketing executive for top US magazines