Venkatesh Chandiran
About Venkatesh Chandiran
Venkatesh Chandiran serves as the Vice President of IT & Digital Business at Onward Technologies Limited. He has extensive experience in project management and business analysis, having held various roles at Tata Consultancy Services and Bentley Motors, where he contributed to strategic business initiatives and digital transformation.
Current Role at Onward Technologies Limited
Venkatesh Chandiran serves as the Vice President – IT & Digital Business at Onward Technologies Limited since 2021. In this role, he oversees the company's IT and digital initiatives, focusing on enhancing operational efficiency and driving innovation. His leadership contributes to the strategic direction of the organization, aligning technology with business objectives.
Previous Experience at Tata Consultancy Services
Venkatesh Chandiran has extensive experience at Tata Consultancy Services, where he held various roles from 2000 to 2019. His positions included Project Manager for BPM Implementation, Account Delivery Manager, and Data and Analytics Business Partner. He worked in diverse sectors, including shipping, financial services, and oil and gas, demonstrating his versatility in managing complex projects and delivering solutions.
Educational Background
Venkatesh Chandiran holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering from PSG College of Technology, completed between 1996 and 2000. He further pursued a Master of Business Administration from the Indian Institute of Management, Kozhikode, from 2017 to 2019. Additionally, he studied Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning at The University of Texas at Austin, earning a PGP in AI ML from 2020 to 2021.
Expertise in Business Transformation
Venkatesh Chandiran is known for delivering strategic business initiatives that enhance productivity and quality. He specializes in translating business goals into functional requirements and ensuring compliance with quality standards through effective project management. His expertise extends to building Go to Market strategies and leading digital application development across various industries.
Contributions to Bentley Motors
At Bentley Motors, Venkatesh Chandiran played a pivotal role in driving business process transformation within the luxury automotive segment. His contributions have focused on improving operational processes and aligning them with the company's strategic objectives, showcasing his ability to lead significant change initiatives in a high-profile industry.