A seasoned ERP professional with an uncanny ability for disruptive innovation by uncovering next-generation technology, unlocking growth, and unleashing the power of RPA and AI. Proven track record of leading digital transformations, overhauling ERP systems, and managing globally distributed teams. Expertise in ERP, process re-engineering, EPM, digital transformation, RPA, and AI.

𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞:
•	ERP Head, Middle East Broadcasting Center (MBC Group)
•	ERP Head at EO
•	Digital Transformation/ERP Sr. Manager, KPMG
•	Digital Transformation/ERP Manager, CGI
•	ERP and Technology Consultant, Abbott/Albertsons/Family Dollar

𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬:
•	Successfully overhauled the ERP, business applications strategy, and digital architecture at MBC Group, transforming the organization into a global media technology solutions company.
•	Migrated 38 legal entities to a new ERP system across different countries in 2 years.
•	Integrated more than 25 enterprise applications.
•	Moved all enterprise applications infrastructure to the cloud.
•	Saved nearly $20M in cost and delivered efficiency without any compromise on the project timeline or scope.
•	Led globally distributed teams and a multi-cultural workforce over the years to deliver high-availability software solutions for a global customer base.
•	Built and sustained high-performance teams with a special emphasis on excellence, process 
compliance, continuous improvement, innovation, and value creation.

𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐞:
•	ERP Implementation
•	EPM Implementation
•	Cloud Infrastructure Implementation
•	Digital Transformation
• Business Intelligence
•	Process Re-engineering
•	RPA Implementation
•	AI Enablement on top of ERP
•	Team Leadership
•	Change Management
•	Innovation
•	Value Creation

𝐓𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩:
•	Speaker at industry conferences
•	Writer on LinkedIn
•	Serves on customer advisory boards and vendor executive councils

Always open to new learning and collaboration. I welcome hearing best practices from other leading digital leaders and ideas from anyone with one (ask me about joining a hackathon).

Aissam Drai

ERP & CRM Specialist with expertise in Project & Program Management | Consulting | Solution Architect | PMO | Presales

I don’t just deliver ERP and CRM programs—I transform enterprises.

With 25 years across ERP, CRM, and enterprise modernization, I help organizations simplify complex landscapes, strengthen process discipline, and deliver transformations that create lasting business value.

Deep expertise in Infor LN (BaaN) across Service, Sales, Contracts, Warranty, multi-site rollouts, upgrades, and complex stabilizations.

I blend structure and business-first thinking to ensure programs deliver measurable impact.

I’ve driven multi-country enterprise programs across the US, UK, Europe, Middle East, APAC, and India, using Infor LN (BaaN), Oracle Cloud, MS Dynamics, Power Platform, and legacy modernization to solve real business challenges.

🔷 What I Deliver

Impactful Transformations: Programs that increased adoption by 40%, cut operating costs by 20%, and delivered multimillion-dollar ROI across Manufacturing, O&G, BFSI, and Healthcare.

Global Program Leadership: ERP/CRM modernization, PMO setup, governance, risk, reporting, and C-suite stakeholder alignment.

Strategic Solution Consulting: Process design, cross-functional architecture, Service & Sales expertise, future-state operating models.

Presales & Value Engineering: RFP leadership, win-theme development, solution storytelling, executive presentations.

Full-Lifecycle Delivery: Multi-country rollouts, change management, optimizing people–process–technology.

Executive Advisory: Partnering with CXOs on digital strategy, cloud migration, org design, and scaling operating models.

🔷 SI & Enterprise Experience
Delivered transformational programs with Accenture, TCS, Wipro, Deloitte, Godrej — spanning ERP/CRM consulting, delivery, and global leadership.

🔷 Career Highlights
18y Solution Consulting (ERP/CRM)
6y Presales & Bid Leadership
19y Project/Program Delivery
17y BaaN & Infor LN Expertise

🔷 Career Impact
30+ ERP transformations delivered globally
Built & scaled two enterprise practices
Led 25+ member cross-functional global teams
90%+ customer satisfaction on major implementations
50%+ backlog reduction through process redesign
Digital platforms redesigned in <3 months, boosting use

🔷 How I Work
I bridge strategy and execution, keeping architecture, processes, and teams in sync so transformations don’t just “go live”, they deliver value.

🔷 Open To
Digital Transformation & ERP Modernization
Global Delivery / PMO Leadership
Solution Architecture & Presales
Enterprise-wide Business–IT Alignment

🟢 Available Immediately | 🟢 Global Roles (EU, Middle East, APAC, India) | Full-Time,  Contract or Interim

Fiona DSouza

Singapore is redefining urban sustainability with its “vertical garden highways” — massive living walls designed to combat pollution and urban heat. These green installations are made up of thousands of carefully selected plant species that absorb carbon dioxide, trap fine dust particles, and release oxygen, creating cleaner air even in the heart of the city.

Beyond air purification, these vertical gardens play a major role in cooling the environment. Studies show that green walls can reduce surrounding air temperatures by up to 8°F (about 4.5°C) by absorbing heat and increasing humidity. The vegetation also acts as a natural sound barrier, cutting traffic noise levels by as much as 50%. For residents living near highways, that means quieter, cleaner, and cooler neighborhoods — all powered by plants.

Singapore’s green approach isn’t just about aesthetics — it’s part of a broader vision called the “City in a Garden.” By merging architecture with ecology, the nation proves that urbanization and nature can thrive side by side, turning concrete jungles into vibrant, sustainable ecosystems.

#GreenCity #UrbanSustainability #SingaporeInnovation #VerticalGardens #EcoEngineering

Fiona D.

Germany’s trains are embracing a quiet solar revolution — with transparent solar sleeves now fitted over passenger windows. These ultra-thin films generate electricity from sunlight without compromising the outside view, allowing travelers to enjoy scenic landscapes while contributing to clean energy. Unlike bulky rooftop panels, these sleeves are integrated directly onto the glass, creating a seamless energy-harvesting layer.

Each sleeve captures ambient light and turns it into power that feeds the train’s internal systems — lighting, displays, Wi-Fi routers, and even air circulation. By using transparent organic photovoltaic (OPV) materials, the sleeves remain flexible, lightweight, and tinted just enough to reduce glare without dimming the world outside. During long sunny routes, especially across southern Germany, these panels can generate a substantial chunk of onboard energy needs.

The innovation is not just about power but also comfort and sustainability. By reducing reliance on external electricity sources or diesel backups, these trains lower emissions and operate more efficiently. For riders, it’s a completely passive experience — no buttons, no flickers, just clean energy gliding along the rails.

Maintenance crews report that the sleeves are easy to clean and durable against scratches and weathering. Combined with regenerative braking and other eco-upgrades, Germany’s solar-sleeved trains reflect a larger shift toward greener, smarter transportation networks.

It’s a clear window into the future — where every surface can serve a purpose beyond its primary function.

#SolarTrains #GermanyInnovation #CleanTransitFuture #fblifestyle

In a powerful yet subtle gesture, the women-only compartments of Mumbai local trains now feature photographs of Indian cricket stars Harmanpreet Kaur and Amanjot Kaur.

 This initiative replaces the generic "Ladies" label with images of the athletes, a tribute to the excellence achieved by women in Indian sports, particularly their recent ICC Women's Cricket World Cup triumph and WPL victories with Mumbai Indians.

The change, which appeared without any formal launch or announcement, has blended seamlessly into the daily commute, becoming a quiet, everyday reminder of women's achievements to countless passengers. 

Often called the city's lifeline, the local train has become a backdrop for progress, symbolizing how real representation can become part of daily life and inspire future generations of sportswomen.

This meaningful recognition highlights the growing prominence of women's cricket and the city's unique way of honoring its local heroes.

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