Andreas Unden
About Andreas Unden
Andreas Unden is a Senior Project Manager at Scientific Games, where he has worked since 2016. He has extensive experience in managing projects related to the China Sports Lottery, including negotiating with telecom providers and overseeing IT integration.
Work at Scientific Games
Andreas Unden has held multiple positions at Scientific Games since joining the company in 1999. He currently serves as a Senior Project Manager, a role he has occupied since 2016. In this capacity, he has been instrumental in the China Sports Lottery project, where he negotiated with local telecom providers to establish a national communication infrastructure for lottery retailers. His previous roles at Scientific Games include Acting General Manager in Panama City, Technical Project Manager in Beijing, and Chief Technology Officer. His extensive experience within the company spans various aspects of project management and technical solutions.
Education and Expertise
Andreas Unden studied at Höhere technische Bundes-Lehr- und Versuchsanstalt Wiener Neustadt, where he focused on IT and Business Administration, earning an Ing. degree from 1992 to 1998. He further enhanced his qualifications by obtaining a Masters Certificate in Project Management from the Schulich School of Business at York University in 2003. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his roles in project management and technical development within the lottery and gaming industry.
Background
Andreas Unden began his career at Scientific Games as a Software Development Engineer in Vienna, Austria, in 1999. Over the years, he progressed through various roles, including Software Support Engineer and Technical Solutions Manager, gaining significant experience in software development and project management. His international experience includes working in Panama City and Beijing, where he led significant projects for the China Sports Lottery, demonstrating his ability to manage complex initiatives across different regions.
Achievements in Project Management
In his role as Senior Project Manager, Andreas Unden managed the startup of an instant ticket lottery for the national China Sports Lottery across 30 provinces within a four-month timeframe, resulting in final sales of RMB 1.7 billion. He oversaw the formulation of project plans and coordinated efforts between various stakeholders, including local software developers and hardware manufacturers. His leadership in conducting daily progress meetings and coordinating national meetings with provincial lotteries contributed to the successful implementation of electronic interfaces between the central lottery system and provincial banks.
Technical Contributions
Andreas Unden played a critical role in the technical aspects of the China Sports Lottery project. He led the installation and configuration of IT equipment and managed hardware procurement in Austria, facilitating its importation into China. His expertise in integrating external interfaces with existing IT structures was vital for the project's success. Additionally, he supported local Chinese terminal software developers and terminal hardware manufacturers, ensuring that the project met its technical requirements.