Vikram Jalan
About Vikram Jalan
Vikram Jalan is a Senior Project Manager with extensive experience in the insurance and lottery industries. He has a strong background in project management methodologies and mainframe technologies, having managed large-scale projects and teams throughout his career.
Current Role at Online Business Systems
Vikram Jalan serves as a Senior Project Manager at Online Business Systems, a position he has held since 2019. He is based in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. In this role, he manages large-scale projects, utilizing his expertise in project management methodologies to drive productivity and efficiency.
Previous Experience in Project Management
Vikram has extensive experience in project management across various organizations. He worked at Cognizant as Manager - Projects from 2011 to 2017, where he managed projects in the Winnipeg, Canada Area. He also held managerial roles at Capgemini and CSC, contributing to his comprehensive understanding of project dynamics and team leadership.
Educational Background
Vikram Jalan holds an MBA in Marketing and Strategy from the Indian Institute of Management, Lucknow, which he completed from 2007 to 2010. He also earned an MCA in Computer Applications from Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra, studying from 2000 to 2003. His educational background supports his expertise in both technology and business management.
Specialization in Insurance and Technology
Vikram has specialized knowledge in the insurance industry, particularly in Life & Annuities and Property & Casualty Insurance. He has experience in the lottery industry, focusing on web and mobile applications. His strong background in mainframe technologies complements his industry expertise.
Project Management Methodologies and Achievements
Vikram possesses expertise in both Agile and waterfall project management methodologies. He has successfully managed projects with significant budgets, including a project with a budget of $48 million and a team size exceeding 200 members. His leadership has led to productivity improvements of up to 50% within Agile teams.