Vidisha Negi
IBM Automation Global Enablement Lead
Shimla,Karnataka
Summary
Results-driven professional with extensive experience in global automation strategies at IBM. A proven leader in designing educational resources and coordinating initiatives across Consulting and Technology. Skilled in managing high-visibility projects, webinars, and hackathons to enhance client engagement. Committed to driving innovation and operational effectiveness through targeted training solutions. Accomplished Consultant drives organizational improvements through leveraging expertise in research and system enhancement. Well-versed in collaborating with employees and leaders to resolve control and procedural problems negatively affecting business operations. Dedicated to cost, process and resource optimization.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
IBM Automation Global Enablement Lead
IBM India Pvt. Ltd.
BENGALURU
3 2021 - Current
- Formulated and implemented a comprehensive global strategy for Automation Skills Framework, yielding successful outcomes
- Led global enablement efforts for IBM's Automation Practice, orchestrating initiatives across IBM Consulting and Technology
- Partnered with regional leaders in America, APAC, EMEA and Japan to identify training needs and executed programs with subject matter experts for enhanced alignment
- Designed multiple badges for all job roles—from entry to experienced levels—covering developers, sellers, Solutioners, and leaders, while consistently managing the internal learning platform by updating and maintaining content
- Designed flagship automation immersion bootcamps for America, ANZ and EMEA leadership teams that positioned automation as a catalyst for transforming business operations
- Collaborated on high-priority initiatives, including Automation Community Calls and IBM Tech Events, to highlight top performers recognized by the CEO
- Recognized for Business Automation content, featured in the "Best of AI & Automation" campaign on the internal in-house content platform
- Developed annual automation onboarding guides, enablement playbooks, and offering guides, and established consistent communication channels through Slack and newsletters to ensure accessibility for IBMers
- Managed hackathon programs, collaborating with global SMEs and overseeing all event operations
- Led global webinars every month for up to 1500+ automation practitioners to facilitate knowledge sharing across offerings, alliances, client success stories, delivery and solutioning
- Worked with external ecosystem partners to identify enablement gaps and training opportunities, executing targeted solutions to address needs
- Designed and facilitated an automation growth plan among global leaders to enhance client conversations and expand the opportunity pipeline
- Collaborated with the Consulting and Technology Learning Design team to develop globally accessible digital curriculum for automation practitioners
- Led initiatives like "Automation in the Era of GenAI" and "Process Excellence Masterclass" in Japan, enhancing practitioners' understanding of offerings and client engagement
- Crafted strategy decks for client responses, enhancing narrative effectiveness for turning opportunity to a deal
- Created engaging video content to improve communication and engagement on automation enablement, products and offerings
- Designed sales campaign playbooks, videos, and resources to support business objectives and enhance client engagement in the automation practice
- Developed an operating model for a new AI-driven practice and created the offering playbook and go-to-market artifacts.
Senior Advisory Consultant
IBM India Pvt. Ltd.
02.2020 - 02.2021
- Led a global marketing campaign for automation products, resulting in the acquisition of 8 additional clients
- Developed strategy frameworks, value proposition reports to enhance ROI through IBM services
- Executed a marketing campaign achieving a 5x ROI for automation operations
- Created marketing collateral to raise awareness among 85,000 IBM practitioners impacted by automation solutions
- Designed dashboards to track progress and performance of automation programs
- Conducted Design Thinking workshops with cross-functional leads and SMEs to develop innovative solutions and enhance offerings
- Managed a team of 40 practitioners across three geographies for the Design and Build phase of a multi-million-dollar project
- Oversaw delivery impediments, risks, issues, and changes throughout the project lifecycle
- Defined project scope, deliverables, roles, and responsibilities in collaboration with stakeholders
- Managed and tracked team velocity and financials, producing regular progress reports.
Business Transformation Consultant: Strategy
12.2017 - 05.2019
- Assisted leadership to develop strategy for a new cross-sector operating model to create efficiencies through factory model of delivery
- Created RFP responses on Big Data Services for major European and American clients
- Co-Leader for People Connect Imperative for Cross Sector, 2019
- Selected as the "SPARK MIND" an initiative to recognize young talent in Cross Sector Industry Member of steering committee for Global Innovation Center Leaders Practice Workshop (80 global participants) leveraging Design-Thinking led sessions to drive Client Success, Practitioner Engagement and Business Results.
Strategy Consultant: Oracle Digital Transformation
05.2016 - 12.2017
- Client Industry: Market & Competitive Analysis
- Conducted cross-industry analysis to assess threats and competitive landscapes, positioning IBM as a leader in the market for digital transformation
- Created business POVs for Oracle Digital Practice leaders, integrating financial benchmarks, cognitive case studies, and KPI calculations for client workshops
- Oracle Cognitive Solution for Human Capital Management
- Created database for Oracle Cognitive Employee Engagement Chatbots like Engagement Advisor for Bring Your Own Devices (BYOD), Absence Management and Succession Planning
- Created marketing videos to showcase the solutions like Watson Engagement Advisor, Watson Procurement Intelligence, Supply Chain Tower and HCM offerings with Interactive Experience team in Oracle Open World, Atlanta, US in 2016 & 2017.
Education
MBA - Human Resource Management -
SIBM – Symbiosis Institute of Business Management
06.2014 - 03.2016
Skills
- Strategic Enablement for up-skilling and cross-skilling
- Business Strategy Analysis
- Training and Development
- Innovative Solution Design
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
Professionalachievements
IBM: Managers Choice Award (04) for Listen for need, envision the future: 2016 – Till Date, Eminence and Excellence Cash Award, Appreciation with Bluepoints (26): 2016 – Till Date, Automation Champion 2023, Band 7 Consulting Academy, IBM Service Excellence Award 2020 and 2022, Deep Skill Award (2018), Culture Catalyst Award - 2024, Cognitive Practitioner Badge, IBM Blockchain Essentials Badge, Automotive and Retail Industry Foundations Badge, Automation Foundation Badge, Automation Essentials, IBM Quantum Computing Badge, Cognitive HR Badge, IBM Design Thinking Practitioner, Workplace Communication: Effectively Deliver Criticism, The New HR: 21st Century Talent Management (Bersin By Deloitte), Sexual Harassment Law in India, Organizational Rewards, Creating Meaning for Employees, Adobe Premiere 2021, Trello, MS Office, English, Hindi
Timeline
Senior Advisory Consultant
IBM India Pvt. Ltd.
02.2020 - 02.2021
Business Transformation Consultant: Strategy
12.2017 - 05.2019
Strategy Consultant: Oracle Digital Transformation
05.2016 - 12.2017
MBA - Human Resource Management -
SIBM – Symbiosis Institute of Business Management
06.2014 - 03.2016
IBM Automation Global Enablement Lead
IBM India Pvt. Ltd.
3 2021 - Current
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