Srinivasa Narasimaiah
IT Director, Julphar Gulf Pharmaceuticals
Srinivasa N is a distinguished IT executive with over two decades of experience in driving digital transformation and enhancing business growth through innovative technology solutions. His career is marked by a series of strategic roles in leading global corporations, where he has consistently demonstrated his expertise in ERP SAP, AI, IoT, data analytics, IT security, and project management.
Early Life and Education
Srinivasa's journey in the field of technology began with a strong educational foundation. He holds a Diploma in Electronics & Communications Engineering, a bachelor’s in business administration, and a Master’s in Business Administration (MBA). His commitment to continuous learning is evident from his participation in the Strategic Leadership Program at Harvard Business School and the Digital Strategies for Business program at Columbia Business School.
Professional Career
Julphar Gulf Pharmaceuticals UAE (2020 – Present)
Currently, Srinivasa serves as the Director of IT (CIO) at Julphar Gulf Pharmaceuticals in the UAE. In this role, he has been instrumental in transforming the organization towards a digital, data-driven, and Pharma 4.0/Industry 4.0 environment. His strategic initiatives include devising the IT strategy for 2030, implementing SAP S4 HANA, and leading AI and analytics projects. Under his leadership, Julphar has successfully completed several core transformations in SAP ERP, data governance, and IT security.
Novo Nordisk Service Center India Pvt. Ltd. (2016 – 2019)
As the Director of IT Global Business Service Centre at Novo Nordisk, Srinivasa directed global IT platforms, business integration, and robotic process automation (RPA). He managed overall transformation and technology operations, leading a team of over 100 IT specialists. His efforts in establishing IT strategy and managing IT operations significantly contributed to the organization's success.
Novo Nordisk Service Centre (India) Private Limited (2012 – 2015)
In his role as VP Corporate IT India, Srinivasa spearheaded the IT Global Service Centre in Bangalore, growing it to over 400 IT professionals. He closely monitored various IT services, including system management, project management, and compliance management. His leadership was pivotal in supporting the growth of Novo Nordisk in a cost-effective manner.
Novo Nordisk (2006 – 2012)
Srinivasa's tenure at Novo Nordisk saw him in various strategic roles, including Head of Information Technology for the ROFE/BAOS region and Manager of Systems and Network Security. He was responsible for setting up the IT Shared Service Centre in India and implementing ITIL processes. His contributions were crucial in devising and implementing international operations business IT strategies.
Achievements and Awards
Srinivasa's exceptional contributions to the field of IT have been recognized with numerous awards, including:
- CIO 100 Award (IDG UAE) – 2024
- Business Transformation Top Executive Award UAE – 2022, 2023
- SAP Digital Supply Chain Award UAE – 2021
- World CIO 200 UAE – 2021, 2022, 2023