Prasanth Pakthavathsalan
Head of Digital Transformation Management, thyssenkrupp Schulte
Professional Overview
Prasanth Pakthavathsalan is an accomplished digital transformation leader with over 15 years of experience in the steel and manufacturing industry. As the Head of Digital Transformation Management at thyssenkrupp Schulte, he is responsible for driving the company's strategic digital initiatives, leveraging cutting-edge technologies to improve operational efficiency, enhance customer experience, and foster innovation.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the Head of Digital Transformation Management at thyssenkrupp Schulte, Prasanth is responsible for spearheading the company's digital transformation efforts. He oversees the development and implementation of digital strategies, collaborating cross-functionally to identify and address key pain points. Under his leadership, thyssenkrupp Schulte has successfully digitized core business processes, resulting in a 20% improvement in operational efficiency and a 15% increase in customer satisfaction scores.
Career Progression
Prasanth has a proven track record of progressive leadership roles within thyssenkrupp Schulte. Prior to his current position, he served as the Digital Transformation Manager, where he led the implementation of a new enterprise resource planning (ERP) system, driving a 30% reduction in IT-related costs. Prasanth also held positions as the Head of Department Service and Head of Department Tubes (PU), demonstrating his versatility and deep understanding of the company's operations.
Academic Background
Prasanth holds a Master's degree in Industrial Engineering and Management from the Technical University of Munich, where he graduated with distinction. He has also completed several executive leadership programs, including a Digital Transformation certification from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT).
Areas of Expertise
- Digital transformation strategy and implementation
- Enterprise software integration and optimization
- Data-driven decision making and business analytics
- Lean manufacturing principles and process improvement
- Cross-functional collaboration and change management
Professional Impact
Under Prasanth's leadership, thyssenkrupp Schulte has successfully navigated its digital transformation journey, achieving significant operational and financial benefits. He has spearheaded several high-impact initiatives, including the implementation of a predictive maintenance system that has reduced unplanned downtime by 35% and the development of a customer-facing digital platform that has increased online sales by 25%.
Conclusion
Prasanth Pakthavathsalan is a seasoned digital transformation expert with a proven track record of driving strategic and operational improvements within the steel and manufacturing industry. His extensive experience, coupled with his technical expertise and collaborative leadership style, make him a valuable asset to thyssenkrupp Schulte as the company continues to embrace the digital future.
