Balamurugan Shanmugavelu
About Balamurugan Shanmugavelu
Balamurugan Shanmugavelu is a Senior Manager of Product Engineering at Acer India PVT Ltd, where he has worked for 24 years. He has contributed to the Make in India initiative and has a background in electronics and business administration.
Work at Acer
Balamurugan Shanmugavelu has been with Acer India PVT Ltd since 2000, serving as Senior Manager Product Engineering. Over his 24-year tenure, he has contributed significantly to various initiatives, particularly in the area of product engineering. In 2021, he took on the additional role of Head - Product Engineering & Make in India programs, focusing on enhancing local manufacturing capabilities.
Education and Expertise
Balamurugan studied Communication and Electronics at Anna University from 1994 to 1997, earning a foundational understanding in these fields. He furthered his education at Annamalai University, where he obtained a Bachelor of Business Administration with a focus on Electronics, Engineering, and Business Communications from 2000 to 2003. His academic background supports his extensive experience in ODM Factory Management and OS imaging and deployment.
Background
Before joining Acer, Balamurugan worked at HCL Infosystems Ltd as a Trainee Operation from 1999 to 2000. He also studied at Pondicherry University for one year in 1999. His early career experiences laid the groundwork for his later roles in product engineering and management.
Achievements in Make in India Programs
Balamurugan has played a significant role in the Make in India programs, which aim to promote domestic manufacturing. His involvement in these initiatives aligns with national efforts to boost the manufacturing sector in India, reflecting his commitment to enhancing local production capabilities.
Technical Skills and Contributions
Balamurugan possesses extensive experience in ODM Factory Management, overseeing production processes and ensuring quality standards in Original Design Manufacturing. He also has a strong background in OS imaging and deployment, which involves creating and managing operating system images for efficient deployment across multiple devices. Additionally, he has been involved in presales technical functions, providing technical expertise to support sales teams.