Siva Arunachalam
About Siva Arunachalam
Siva Arunachalam is the Managing Director of Application Services at Emtec Inc, with over 25 years of leadership experience in the IT sector. He has held significant roles at various companies, including Cognizant Technology Solutions, TCS, Syntel, and Accenture, specializing in areas such as P&L management and strategic consulting.
Work at Emtec
Currently, Siva Arunachalam serves as the Managing Director of Application Services at Emtec Inc. He has held this position since 2012, contributing to the company's growth and service delivery in Michigan. Prior to this role, he was the Chief Technology Officer at Emtec, where he was responsible for overseeing technology strategy and implementation. His extensive experience in leadership positions has enabled him to drive initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and client satisfaction.
Education and Expertise
Siva Arunachalam holds a Bachelor of Technology in Electronics Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology, Madras, which he completed from 1978 to 1983. He also earned a Master of Business Administration in Systems and Marketing from the Indian Institute of Management, Calcutta, from 1983 to 1985. His educational background supports his specialization in various areas, including P&L Management, Sales Management, and Strategic Consulting.
Background
Siva Arunachalam has over 25 years of leadership experience in international IT environments, particularly within Fortune 500 companies. His career began at Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) as an Architect/Project Manager from 1985 to 1992, where he worked in Europe and India. He later held roles at Syntel, Inc. as an Engagement Manager and at Cognizant Technology Solutions as a Director, focusing on global delivery and client services.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Siva Arunachalam has demonstrated strong abilities in leadership and relationship management. He has held global P&L leadership responsibilities, particularly in the automotive vertical at Cognizant. His previous roles at Syntel and TCS also involved P&L leadership, showcasing his expertise in managing financial performance and driving business development initiatives.