Raj Vallabhaneni
About Raj Vallabhaneni
Raj Vallabhaneni is a Principal Systems Analyst at American Electric Power, where he has worked since 1998. He has significantly improved reporting infrastructure, data quality, and system efficiency through various projects and mentoring efforts.
Work at American Electric Power
Raj Vallabhaneni has been serving as a Principal Systems Analyst at American Electric Power since 1998. In this role, he has contributed significantly to the reporting and analytics infrastructure by upgrading Business Objects to XI R3. He has also played a crucial role in enhancing data quality within the data warehouse, which has improved the accuracy and reliability of data for business decision-making. His efforts include leading the design and implementation of an automated process to convert ETL processes from UDB to Oracle, which has reduced manual labor costs.
Previous Experience at Capgemini
Before joining American Electric Power, Raj Vallabhaneni worked at Capgemini as a Senior Systems Developer/DBA from 1990 to 1996. During his six years in the Columbus, Ohio area, he gained valuable experience in systems development and database administration, which laid the foundation for his later work in data analytics and systems analysis.
Education and Expertise
Raj Vallabhaneni studied Computer Software Engineering at Andhra University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (B.Tech) degree from 1981 to 1985. His educational background has equipped him with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in systems analysis and data management. Additionally, he has pursued further studies at a.u.m.s.n.p.g.centre, kkd, where he also achieved a Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Technology.
Achievements in Data Management
Throughout his career, Raj Vallabhaneni has implemented several key initiatives that have improved data management processes. He introduced a Change Data Capture tool, which provides real-time data to warehouse users, enhancing data accessibility. He also developed a generic script for backup processes, saving 1300 hours of development time during the CDC implementation. His work in upgrading Informatica to versions 8.6 and 9.1 has further enhanced the data integration capabilities of his team.
Mentorship and Team Development
Raj Vallabhaneni has actively mentored and trained team members on design, implementation, and tuning methods. His commitment to fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement has contributed to the professional development of his colleagues. He has introduced and improved monitoring processes, which have increased the efficiency and reliability of system operations, ultimately reducing incidents and enterprise business disruptions.