M Tahir Zaidi
About M Tahir Zaidi
M Tahir Zaidi is the Head of Wireline Planning & Products (B2B) at Airtel, where he has worked since 2023. He has extensive experience in telecommunications, having previously held positions at RGV Telecom, Tata Communications, and HFCL Limited, and holds an MBA in Operations Management & Marketing.
Current Role at Airtel
M Tahir Zaidi serves as the Head of Wireline Planning & Products (B2B) at Airtel, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the planning and product development for wireline services aimed at business customers. His work involves collaborating with network infrastructure owners to address space and power requirements based on work orders, ensuring that the organization meets its operational needs effectively.
Previous Experience in Telecommunications
Before joining Airtel, M Tahir Zaidi accumulated extensive experience in the telecommunications sector. He worked at HFCL Limited as a Senior Manager in Telecom Solution Design and Project Engineering from 2009 to 2023. Prior to that, he served as a Field Engineer at Tata Communications from 2005 to 2007 and as a Project Engineer at RGV Telecom Pvt. Ltd. from 2007 to 2009. His roles involved managing OEMs and service partners, testing and certifications for telecommunications products, and engaging with cross-functional teams to fulfill large business requirements.
Education and Expertise
M Tahir Zaidi holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Operations Management & Marketing from Jamia Millia Islamia, which he completed from 2019 to 2021. He also earned a Bachelor of Technology (BTech) in Information Technology from Galgotias College of Engineering and Technology, graduating in 2005. His academic background complements his expertise in telecommunications networks, including DWDM, SDH, Synchronization Clock, PDH, ADSL, and GPON technologies.
Strategic Contributions to B2B Growth
In his current and previous roles, M Tahir Zaidi has been actively involved in strategizing for B2B business growth. He analyzes B2B potential across different geographies and is responsible for the preparation of RFP/RFQ documents to meet organizational requirements. His strategic insights and planning capabilities contribute to the overall success of the business segment.