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NARAYANAN KANDAN

Senior Manager | Business Intelligence And Data Strategy
Kirkkonummi

Summary

Seasoned BI Professional with 16 years of comprehensive experience in Data Warehousing, Analytics, and Project Management. Proven track record in developing and maintaining corporate reporting platforms, employing modern technologies to drive strategic decision-making. Proficient in Data Modeling, ETL Development, and Cloud Solutions, with a strong focus on Microsoft Azure. Skilled in utilizing BI tools such as Power BI, Qlikview, and Tableau to extract actionable insights from data. Excited to apply my leadership and operational expertise to lead the Data Strategy and Innovation team, pioneering forward-looking strategies, and ensuring the successful execution of transformative projects aligned with finance objectives

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications

Work History

Solution Architect - Data and Analytics

Normet Group Oy
01.2019 - Current
  • Oversaw a global team responsible for data warehouse and reporting requirements, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and strategies.
  • Analyzed and provisioned data from various ERP systems to support management accounting and financial accounting teams, enabling informed decision-making.
  • Collaborated with finance team members to gather new requirements, translating them into technical specifications and facilitating seamless integration with reporting solutions.
  • Led the design and implementation of advanced data warehouse solutions, leveraging the latest technologies to enhance data processing and analytical capabilities.
  • Identified technical gaps and provided optimal business intelligence solutions in line with company strategy, driving innovation and efficiency in data management and reporting practices.
  • Spearheaded the development of Lakehouse architecture in Azure Databricks, coupled with ETL tool dbt, to establish robust data processing pipelines and facilitate real-time insights generation.
  • Designed and deployed near real-time data pipelines to streamline the processing of structured and semi-structured data, enabling timely and accurate decision-making across the organization.
  • Maintained consistent formatting and tense usage throughout the section, ensuring clarity and professionalism in communication.

BI Consultant and Technical Lead

Nokia
01.2017 - 01.2019
  • Led the design and development of reporting solutions, adhering to established standards and continuously improving processes, resulting in more efficient and accurate data analysis.
  • Conducted thorough data analysis, identifying outliers and ensuring data accuracy, collaborating with relevant departments to make necessary corrections and improve data quality.
  • Successfully migrated Tableau reports to Power View, leveraging data from SSAS cubes to enhance reporting capabilities and provide more comprehensive insights to stakeholders.
  • Maintained clear and concise documentation, facilitating ease of understanding and seamless knowledge transfer between team members.
  • Implemented efficient data management practices, resulting in improved data quality and streamlined reporting processes.
  • Actively participated in cross-functional teams, contributing to the development and implementation of data engineering best practices, fostering collaboration and innovation.
  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, promptly identifying and resolving data-related issues to minimize disruptions and ensure smooth operations.
  • Proactively stayed updated with emerging technologies and industry trends, continuously expanding knowledge and skills in data engineering to stay ahead of the curve.

BI Consultant

Nokia, Microsoft & HMD
01.2014 - 01.2017
  • Collaborated with architects and senior developers to establish and enforce standardized BI solutions, ensuring consistency and efficiency in data analysis and reporting.
  • Conducted comprehensive end-user training and prepared user guides for new and enhanced reporting solutions, empowering users to effectively utilize BI tools and make data-driven decisions.
  • Developed executive dashboards using QlikView and Tableau, providing key stakeholders with actionable insights derived from sales and inventory data.
  • Implemented best practices in data visualization and dashboard design, ensuring clarity and ease of understanding for end-users.
  • Maintained clear and concise documentation of BI solutions, facilitating seamless knowledge transfer and ensuring continuity in reporting processes.
  • Actively contributed to team meetings and discussions, providing valuable insights and suggestions for improving BI solutions and processes.
  • Stayed updated with the latest trends and advancements in the field of business intelligence, continuously enhancing skills and knowledge to deliver optimal solutions.
  • Diligently proofread all documentation and reports, ensuring accuracy and professionalism in all deliverables.

Techical Lead

Nokia
01.2012 - 01.2014
  • Collaborated with architects and senior developers to design and enforce established standards for building reporting solutions, ensuring consistency and quality in deliverables.
  • Assisted in interpreting raw data, statistical results, and compiled information, providing valuable insights to support decision-making processes.
  • Worked closely with business stakeholders to define and execute test plans, ensuring the accuracy and effectiveness of reporting solutions.
  • Analyzed data to identify outliers and data accuracy issues, collaborating with relevant departments to make necessary corrections and improve data integrity.
  • Continuously explored opportunities to improve processes in the development of analytics tools, ad- hoc reports, dashboards, and analysis, enhancing efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Prepared user guides and provided training on new/enhanced reporting solutions, ensuring users were equipped with the necessary knowledge to utilize the tools effectively.
  • Coordinated and completed ad-hoc inter-department requests from strategic partners, providing decision support and consultative services.
  • Successfully migrated Tableau reports to Power View, leveraging data from SSAS cube, improving accessibility and functionality of reporting solutions.

Reporting Developer

Nokia
01.2010 - 01.2012
  • Interacted with end-users to gather requirements and acquire domain knowledge, ensuring accurate and relevant reporting solutions.
  • Conducted end-user training on QlikView reports, enabling users to effectively utilize the platform and access valuable insights.
  • Analyzed and documented calculations for various attributes, ensuring data accuracy and consistency in reporting.
  • Developed executive dashboards that depicted sales and inventory data, handling large data volumes ranging from 20 to 50 million records.
  • Managed user access and scheduled document refreshing using QlikView Server and Publisher, ensuring efficient data management and accessibility.
  • Created PDF push reports and set up email distribution through QlikView Publisher, facilitating seamless sharing of reports with stakeholders.
  • Reviewed QlikView error logs and provided timely production support, resolving issues and minimizing downtime.
  • Optimized dashboard performance to achieve response times under 5 seconds, enhancing user experience and data accessibility.
  • Upgraded QlikView from 9.x to 10.x, modifying applications as necessary to ensure compatibility and improved functionality.

Software Support Executive

Europa Group
01.2008 - 01.2010
  • Generated comprehensive QlikView reports by analyzing data from multiple sources, including Oracle, SQL Server, Access, Excel, and Flat Files, resulting in improved data-driven decision making.
  • Developed visually appealing reports and dashboards using QlikView desktop and web client, enhancing data visualization and accessibility for end-users.
  • Maintained the directory structure and framework of QlikView applications, ensuring efficient organization and easy navigation.
  • Extracted, transformed, and loaded data from various sources, ensuring accurate and reliable data integration into QlikView applications.
  • Resolved user issues and cases related to QlikView applications, providing timely and effective support to ensure smooth operations.
  • Successfully implemented an ERP package, overseeing the installation of SQL Server 2000 and migrating databases from MS Access to SQL

Education

Bachelor of Engineering B.E. - Computer Science and Engineering

ANNA UNIVERSITY
01.2002 - 05.2008

Skills

BI Tools: Power BI, Qlikview, Tableau

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Certification

01/01/2010, Qlikview developer certification

Timeline

Solution Architect - Data and Analytics

Normet Group Oy
01.2019 - Current

BI Consultant and Technical Lead

Nokia
01.2017 - 01.2019

BI Consultant

Nokia, Microsoft & HMD
01.2014 - 01.2017

Techical Lead

Nokia
01.2012 - 01.2014

Reporting Developer

Nokia
01.2010 - 01.2012

Software Support Executive

Europa Group
01.2008 - 01.2010

Bachelor of Engineering B.E. - Computer Science and Engineering

ANNA UNIVERSITY
01.2002 - 05.2008

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