Suneel Ts Ph.D.
About Suneel Ts Ph.D.
Suneel Ts, Ph.D., is the General Manager of Open Innovation at Tata Group, where he has worked since 2016. He has extensive experience in technology management and has contributed significantly to cost-saving solutions across various Tata Group companies.
Current Role at Tata Group
Suneel Ts serves as the General Manager of Open Innovation at Tata Group, a position he has held since 2016. In this role, he leads the Tata Innoverse program, which aims to address technical challenges faced by various Tata Group companies. His work involves collaboration with over 17 companies, focusing on more than 100 challenges in areas such as image processing, automation, non-destructive testing (NDT), and machine learning. His contributions have resulted in significant advancements in innovation within the organization.
Previous Experience at United Technologies
Prior to his current role, Suneel Ts worked at United Technologies as a Senior Technology Manager from 2013 to 2016 in the Hyderabad Area, India. His responsibilities included overseeing technology initiatives and managing projects that enhanced operational efficiency. Before this, he held various positions at UTC Fire & Security, including Site ACE Manager and Robust Design Leader from 2010 to 2013.
Background in Engineering and Academia
Suneel Ts has a strong academic background in engineering. He earned his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering with a focus on Manufacturing from the Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay, from 1995 to 2000. He also holds an M.Tech in Manufacturing from the University of Mysore, obtained from 1992 to 1994, and a B.E. in Mechanical Engineering from the same university, completed from 1986 to 1991. Additionally, he briefly served as an Academic Associate at IIM Ahmedabad in 1994.
Achievements in Cost Savings and Solutions
During his tenure at Tata Group, Suneel Ts has provided approximately 50 innovative solutions that have led to several million dollars in cost savings for the organization. His expertise in open innovation and problem-solving has significantly impacted the operational efficiency and technological advancement of Tata Group companies.
Experience at GE Security and GE Global Research
Suneel Ts has extensive experience in the security and research sectors. He worked at GE Security as a Quality Leader (Master Black Belt) from 2006 to 2008 and held multiple roles from 2008 to 2010, including Asia Product Compliance Leader and NPI Operations Lead. Additionally, he was a Team Lead at GE Global Research from 2000 to 2006, where he contributed to various research initiatives.