PERSONAL Randy Eldridge
RESUME: cell 404-***-****
Cape Coral, FL 33904 abhw09@r.postjobfree.com
Capabilities:
Experience in designing and implementing complete systems, performing system interfaces, data mapping,
data warehousing, and complete software development. Activities included project management, business
analysis, new software development and modifications, writing source code, system documentation, post
system evaluation, quality assurance, user training and help desk support.
Industries include Reservation, Manufacturing, Aviation, Healthcare, Distribution, Logistics, Demand Flow,
Warehouse Management, Financial, and Property Management.
Systems: IBM AS/400, iSeries, IBM 370, RS/6000, Windows networks.
Languages: COBOL, CL, SQL/400, DDS/400, RPG3/4, RPGLE, RPG Freeform, DB2/400, Query/400,
SDLC, ODBC, TCP/IP, DDM.
EXPERIENCE:
Software Engineer Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines Miramar, Florida
September 2010 to November 2010.
Modify the International Individual Reservation System written on the iSeries in RPG3/RPGLE/Freeform.
Create new RPG Freeform modules and Prototypes to handle International Value Added Tax requirements.
Performed testing, acceptance, and project completion of VAT modifications.
Business Analyst American Software, Inc. Atlanta, Georgia
March 1998 to August 2010
Design new systems using SDLC, perform custom modifications and program interfaces to software
packages for a variety of customers. Duties included business analysis, system design, programming, QA
testing, user training, documentation, and Helpdesk support. Projects completed for Harley Davidson,
American Standard, Miller Brewery, Singer Sewing Company, Sprint-Nextel, and WMS. Work was
performed on the AS/400, iSeries, Client Access, and PC networks. Data warehousing and metadata were
performed using SQL, ODBC, and DDS.
Languages: CL, SQL, RPGLE, RPG Freeform, COBOL, Query/400, PC Support, ODBC, SDLC,
DDS-Files/Screens/Data Manipulation
Applications: Financial, Varsity, Manufacturing, Warehousing, Logistics, Distribution, Ledger, Order
Processing, MFG/PRO, Microsoft Office Suite, Implementer Change Management and Robot Scheduler.
I.S. Consultant BlockBuster/Viacom Entertainment Corporation Ft Lauderdale, Florida
November 1996 to February 1998
Design and program modifications to Intrepid software to interface into JDE. Setup/Configure Data
Warehousing on the AS/400 using SQL, Windows ODBC, and Client Access. Modify custom software to
handle new POS storefronts. Work was performed on the IBM AS/400, Windows 95/NT, and IBM S/370.
Languages: COBOL, RPG 3, CL, SQL, Query, PC Support.
Applications: Intrepid Evolution & Decision Master, JDE, Microsoft Windows.
Business Analyst WorldWide Logistics of United Parcel Service Atlanta, Georgia
July 1995 to October 1996
Analyze and develop business requirements for logistic warehouses to be setup across the US. The logistic
systems eliminated the need for clients to store their own inventory, provided order processing, and gave the
client reduced shipping cost and priority service with UPS. I also assisted in the AS/400 environment setup
and configuration, software setup and support for Warehouse Management Systems, Preminos, Varsity, and
American Software ERP modules.
RESUME: Randy Eldridge – Continued
Systems Analyst Ryder Systems, Inc. Miami, Florida
September 1994 to June 1995
Design and modify reservations and logistics systems including national rental tracking system which
supported over 70 AS/400 systems. We not only tracked the vehicles but anticipated and timed vehicle
maintenance services. Also designed and programmed communications and transfers between the S/370,
AS/400, RS/6000, and PC Networks creating a centralized data depository.
Management Coyne Textile Services, Inc. Syracuse, New York
Consultant February 1994 to August 1994
Design and program custom modifications to vendor software packages. Conversion of S/370 to AS/400
including data and several software systems. Setup and configure multiple remote sites using 5494 controllers
for centralized processing. Train users and provide overall system support.
Senior Systems Equitable Real Estate Atlanta, Georgia
Consultant November 1992 to January 1994
ERE is the largest property management and investment company in the world. I came in on the ground floor
before the AS/400 hardware arrived and started system design work including analyzing current hardware
connectivity and existing software systems. Assisted in setting up AS/400 environments, convert data, and
then designed and programmed import and export systems to get crucial accounting information between all
systems. Applications included Financial, Property Management and Investment Systems, and SE case tools.
Midrange American Software, Inc. Atlanta, Georgia
Consultant February 1992 to November 1992
Design and program custom modifications to their existing base software packages. Included Queries,
Subfiles, Display Files, CL, and much more. Projects included modifications for Harley Davidson and
American Standard and Design Flow Manufacturing.
Director of Automobile Protection Company Atlanta, Georgia
Information Systems June 1990 to January 1992
Design custom software systems to handle vehicle extended warranty information. Established
communication links with United States Auto Club (USAC) and Subaru International to fully automate data
transfer between systems eliminating all data rekeying and time consuming paperwork. Implemented a VIN
system which verified all vehicle extra options to assure proper insurance premiums were charged.
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Manager of Computer System Resolutions, Inc. Duluth, Georgia
Information Systems December 1988 to May 1990
A custom hardware/software support company for which I provided systems design from project inception to
completion. Responsibilities included design, development, documentation and programming of applications.
Product International Business Machines - IBM, Inc. Atlanta, Georgia
Development Analyst January 1988 to November 1988
Job entailed testing the new AS/400 operating system and compilers. Also included modifying their DMAS
software to utilize the benefits of the 400 system.
EDUCATION: DeVry Institute of Technology Atlanta, Georgia
Bachelor of Computer Science for Business
President’s List, Honor Roll, DPMA