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Saran Muthukrishnan

Saran Muthukrishnan

Mumbai,Maharashtra

Summary

Experienced technology consultant with 16+ years of expertise in IT transformation in the financial services sector. Proven track record of leading teams of 20+ professionals to deliver digital touchpoints from concept to implementation, including large-scale cloud-based transformations and automation initiatives. Passionate about working in complex Digital Transformation Project & Automation, Cloud Strategy, IoT, payments, and cutting-edge solutions to solve complex business challenges and drive operational excellence.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Manager – Technology Consulting

EY LLP.
07.2022 - Current

Initiatives and Innovations

Distribution Super App Development Other Major Projects in EY

  • Successfully developed and launched the Distribution Super App MVP within 4 months.
  • Delivered a robust cloud-based Super App that aggregated 16+ applications under a single platform, addressing the discomfort faced by 1 lakh Agency Channel users .
  • Significantly improved daily productivity and top-line performance for users.
  • Delivered a mobile application and PWA supporting multiple form factors (Mobile, Tablet, and Desktop).
  • Key modules delivered as part of the Super App:

Azure AD Integration

Power BI Integration

Nudge Framework (Automation)

Bespoke Service Request Management

Hierarchy Management

Lead-to-Sales Journey

Customer Servicing

  • This was one of the largest transformation programs undertaken for the client in the Distribution Channel.

1. LIC Collection Platform

  • Delivered Solution Design , ERD , and a Technical Response Document as part of the sales proposal.
  • Participated in the technical presentation, contributing to winning the project.
  • Designed a comprehensive Data Model for the collection platform during project execution.

2. LIC Mobile App Assessment

  • Conducted a short engagement to assess the current application and delivered the technical To-Be state for the LIC customer application.

3. Ageas Federal Life Insurance – Distribution Channel Mobile Application

  • Delivered a Technical Response Document and created an in-house Distribution Super App using Flutter Flow .
  • Participated in the technical presentation, contributing to winning the project.
  • Currently working as a Solution Architect , leading the delivery of the Ageas Federal Distribution Application.

4. HDFC Ergo General Insurance – Commission Management System

  • Delivered Solution Design , a Prototype , and a Technical Response Document as part of the sales proposal.
  • Participated in the technical presentation, securing the Priority 1 Implementation Partner status for EY.

1. Internship Program

  • Took the initiative to run an internship program aimed at innovating and building new Proof of Concepts (POCs) for futuristic use cases.
  • Notable POC Gamification for Reward and Recognition Campaigns and Fulfillment.

2. Achievements

  • Promoted from Manager to Senior Manager within just 1.5 years based on exceptional performance.
  • Managed large-scale projects and introduced new systems, tools, and processes to achieve challenging objectives.

Founder

Good Society
05.2020 - 06.2022

Impact and Adoption Technological Innovations Results Website

  • Founded and Launched a Cloud-Based Property Tech Business Bootstrapped the venture and successfully made it live within six months.
    The product was adopted by 28 apartment societies across Mumbai delivering comprehensive solutions for housing societies.
  • Visitor Tracking : Tracked lakhs of visitors as part of the application's functionality.
  • Society Payments : Facilitated the collection of ₹1.5 crore in society payments.
  • Complaint Management : Enabled 10,000+ complaints to be registered and resolved efficiently.
  • IoT Implementation : Successfully implemented an IoT-based water tanker refilling POC in multiple societies.
  • Delivered an innovative solution that met the diverse needs of apartment societies.
  • Demonstrated the potential for IoT and automation in housing management.


GD Society

Senior Consultant – Technology Consulting

EY LLP.
08.2018 - 04.2020

Project: IFFCO Tokio Core System Assessment Project Manipal Cigna Digital Transformation Project

  • Duration 4 Months
  • Deliverable Conducted an As-Is assessment of IFFCO Tokio legacy policy administration application.
    Proposed a To-Be state for the policy administration system, aligned with the next 10 years of the business roadmap.
    Rolled out an RFP and assisted the client in shortlisting the most suitable product for their requirements.
  • Duration 1 Year
  • Deliverable Assessed Communication Management applications available in the market.
    Released an RFP and shortlisted the most suitable product for the client.
    Evaluated downstream applications and identified gaps impacting the digital journey implementation.
    Collaborated with the application development team to deliver solutions within defined timelines.

Business Consultant

Zensar Technologies.
12.2015 - 08.2018

Project Aditya Birla Health Insurance Multiply Wellness Program

  • Duration 2 Years
  • About the Project :Implemented a first-of-its-kind Wellness Program in India for health insurance policyholders.
    The program aimed to enhance customer engagement and promote a healthier lifestyle among policyholders.
  • Deliverables Designed the solution architecture for integrating with 9+ partner platforms .
    Implemented Fit Band Integration to track fitness data for policyholders.
    Integrated Beacon Technology to enhance real-time interaction and user experience.

Consultant

Tata Consultancy Services
08.2012 - 12.2015

Consultant for General Insurance Companies

  • Clients ICICI Lombard and Kotak General Insurance
  • Deliverable Designed the solution architecture for integration with the TCS BANCS core application ensuring seamless operations and system compatibility.

Assistant Manager

SBI Life Insurance
11.2008 - 07.2012
  • Responsibilities :Managed the Credit Life Portfolio within the IT team.
    Delivered solution designs and oversaw end-to-end change management for the portfolio.
  • Achievements :Promoted from Senior Executive to Assistant Manager based on exceptional performance.

Senior Executive

Tata AIA
09.2006 - 11.2008
  • Responsibilities :Created RFPs for Group Insurance products.
    Collaborated with the Actuarial Team to determine product pricing.
  • Achievements :Promoted from Executive to Senior Executive in recognition of outstanding performance.

Education

Post Graduate - Masters in Information Management

Mumbai University
Mumbai, Maharashtra
01.2008

Skills

  • Product Development Strategy and Implementation
  • Program Management
  • Domain expertise in Insurance
  • Domain expertise in Wellness
  • Domain expertise in Property Tech
  • Payment Solution and BAAS Platform
  • IOT Platform and Embedded system product development
  • IT & Digital strategy
  • Digital Transformation & Automation
  • Cloud Strategy
  • IT Solution Delivery
  • ERD & Data Modelling
  • Technical Solutioning for RFP
  • Business Analysis
  • Stakeholder & Vendor Management
  • Business Process Improvement & Automation
  • Agile Methodology
  • Tech Stack – Flutter, React, NodeJs, Spring boot, MSSQL, JBPM, Camunda, Drools, Kafka, ELK, Azure Cloud, Azure AD, PowerBI,

Accomplishments

  • Promoted to Senior Manager 2024
  • EY Business Extraordinary Award 2024
  • EY Kudos Award 2020
  • Zensar Customer Centricity (Leader) 2017
  • Promoted to Assistant Manager 2012
  • Promoted to Senior Executive 2008

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Hindi
Intermediate (B1)
Tamil
Advanced (C1)

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 20-Feb-1985
  • Gender: Male
  • Nationality: India
  • Marital Status: Married

Timeline

Senior Manager – Technology Consulting

EY LLP.
07.2022 - Current

Founder

Good Society
05.2020 - 06.2022

Senior Consultant – Technology Consulting

EY LLP.
08.2018 - 04.2020

Business Consultant

Zensar Technologies.
12.2015 - 08.2018

Consultant

Tata Consultancy Services
08.2012 - 12.2015

Assistant Manager

SBI Life Insurance
11.2008 - 07.2012

Senior Executive

Tata AIA
09.2006 - 11.2008

Post Graduate - Masters in Information Management

Mumbai University
Saran Muthukrishnan