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Nikhil Pavagadhi Email: ******.*********@*******.***

Mobile: +91-970*******

Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012 – Technical Consultant.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE SUMMARY

• 5+ years of experience in ERP consulting for MS Dynamics AX and other products.

• AX 2012 implementation experience for retail projects.

• Highly skilled in Implementation of Finance, PSA, AR, AP, IM, Bank, Time and Expense modules of Dynamics AX.

• Hands on experience for customizing Dynamics AX Client & EP according to customer requirements.

• Integration experience using Application Integration Framework (AIF) in AX 2012.

• Project experience in various phase of ERP implementation like Fit-Gap analysis, Design, Development, Go-live support and Post Go-live support.

• Involved in presales activities like Fit-Gap analysis and estimations.

• Good Comprehension of Microsoft Dynamics Sure Step methodology.

• Possess good interpersonal and communication skills, effective client communication skills.

• High amount of self and quick learning capability.

CAREER OBJECTIVE

To work in an organization that can utilize my analytical and technical Skills for mutual growth, benefit and success.

CURRENT PROFILE

Currently working as Associate Consultant at Microsoft Services Global Delivery. My current role in the projects includes:

• Implementation of Dynamics AX as per customer requirements.

• Preparing project documents which include low level estimation of efforts, Technical designs, unit test document, and proof of concept, finalizing & gathering low level requirements.

• Involved in doing Code Reviews for the team.

• My role also includes mentoring entry level team members and arranging knowledge sharing session.

• For overall project development take part in client communication for updates, clarifications and negotiations, development and testing.

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

• Microsoft Services Global Delivery, Hyderabad as Associate Consultant from June-08 till date.

• BOSCH Limited, Nasik in ERP IT Support, from Aug-07, till June-08.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Programming Languages X++, ABAP, C, C++, C#, Visual Basic 6.0, Core Java.

Microsoft ERP Products MS Dynamics AX 4.0, MS Dynamic AX 2009., MS Dynamics AX 2012

MS Dynamics AX modules AR, AP, GL, Bank, Basic, Administration, Project Accounting, PSA, IM (AX 2009) and some modules from AX 2012.

Web Technologies HTML, JavaScript.

Databases Microsoft SQL Server 2005 & 2008.

Web Servers IIS

Tools MorphX, Microsoft Visual Studio 2008, SSRS.

CERTIFICATIONS

• Microsoft certified Technology specialist: Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012 Development Introduction

• Microsoft certified IT Professional : Developer for Microsoft Dynamics AX 2009.

• Microsoft certified Technology specialist: Microsoft Dynamics AX 2009.

• Microsoft certified Technology specialist: Microsoft Dynamics AX 4.0 Development Introduction

• ITIL V3 Foundation certified.

• BULATS – English Reading and Listening.

QUALIFICATION

• B.E Computer from K.K.W.I.E.E.R College, University of Pune. Secured 66.86 % (Distinction).

• Diploma in Computer Technology from K.K.Wagh Polytechnic, University of Mumbai (MSBTE). Secured 75.04 % (Distinction).

WORK DETAILS

Organization: Microsoft Services Global Delivery

Project Title: Wehkamp.nl – MS Dynamics AX 2012 Implementation

Team Size: 12

Duration: 4 months

Environment: Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012

Scope: Implementing MS Dynamics AX 2012 with functional areas SCM, Finance, Integrations.

Contribution:

• Worked extensively on AIF for delivering medium to complex Integrations scenarios.

• Used BOF (Business operations framework) for implementing batch processing.

• Dynamics AX 2012 development with TFS used extensively for source control, data collection and project tracking.

• Adapting to Fast track development mode with development cycle of 1 to 2 weeks.

• High stake project for business expansion in Europe from the leadership perspective.

Organization: Microsoft Services Global Delivery

Project Title: Mattress firm – MS Dynamics AX 2012 for Retail Implementation

Team Size: 23

Duration: 5 months

Environment: Microsoft Dynamics AX for Retail 2012

Scope: Implementing MS Dynamics AX 2012 for retail with functional areas SCM, Finance, Integrations, POS and Reports development

Contribution:

• TAP project: Early adoption of product, most project development and analysis completed before RTM build of AX 2012 for retail.

• Involved Development and technical design for SCM areas like Purchase Order transactions and Inventory management.

• Providing Retail Transaction service support in AX for integrating POS scenarios.

Organization: Microsoft Services Global Delivery

Project Title: Omnicom ERP Implementation

Client: Omnicom Group Inc

Omnicom Group Inc. (NYSE: OMC) is a leading global advertising and marketing communications services company. As a strategic holding company, Omnicom manages a portfolio of global market leaders comprised of three global advertising agency networks, BBDO, DDB and TBWA; numerous leading national advertising agencies; a global network of more than 175 marketing services companies; and a media group, Omnicom Media Group, that includes two of the world's premier providers of media planning and buying services.

Team Size: 15

Duration: 1.5+ year.

Environment: Microsoft Dynamics AX 4.0 ERP Implementation (AX Modules: AR, AP, Project Accounting, PSA, Bank and Time and Expense )

Project Scope 1: AX 4.0 Template creation Version 2 (4.2.2 Template development)

Contribution:

• Involved in the development, testing & stabilization phase.

• Responsible for development phase related to Sub-Projects inclusion in various interfaces in AX like Reports, Inquiries across various AX modules.

• Responsible for Unit testing.

• Incorporating Enhancements in the product and defect fixing.

• Involved in client interactions and decision making.

Project Scope 2: Omnicom Agency Implementation. (BBDO Russia, OMG Germany)

Contribution:

• Involved in requirements validation and effort estimation.

• Providing technical design for various customizations.

• Responsible for client communications and involving requirements clarification and status update.

• Responsible for Unit testing and deployment in agency test and production environments.

* Received a “Top-Box” in BBDO Russia assignment from the customer.

Project Scope 3: Omnicom Agency post go-live Support

Contribution:

• Technical support for issues/Enhancement requirements raised by end customers in live environment.

• Analyzes the problem, recreate the problem, and find solution.

• Working on Enhancements to the core template.

• Communicate with Microsoft Support team,Agency stake holders and Omnicom stake holders in the process.

* Received a “CPE Champions award in MSGD 2011 – annual awards” for this engagement.

Organization: Microsoft Services Global Delivery

Project Title: MIDC – Maharashtra Industrial Development Co.

Team Size: 20

Duration: 3 months

Environment: Microsoft Dynamics AX 2009 ERP Implementation

Scope: Implementing AX 2009 mainly in Finance, HR and other public sector functions like Fire, Water, and Land etc.

Contribution:

• Provided Technical designs for GAD - Global administration module.

• Part of MIDC - workflow development and implementation team.

* Received a “CPE Champions award in MSGD 2010 – annual awards” for this engagement.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Achievements

• Microsoft certified Dynamics AX 2009 – Technical Consultant.

• Awarded “CPE champion” – Customer partner experience award for 3 times in 3 years and Microsoft annual awards ceremony.

• Awarded “Top Box – Hero” by the Practice Director for achieving a Top Box (Best feedback) by customer in one engagement.

• Leading Cricket team for 2 years in Microsoft Hyd campus tournament

• “Winner” in Table-Tennis Competition Zonal level during Diploma.

• Participated in many Programming Competitions and paper presentations while in college.

• Visited ‘TechReady – 11 ‘in Seattle, USA in 2010.

Skills

• Dependable and flexible character, with good stamina for work.

• Good interpersonal and communication skills.

Hobbies

• Playing Cricket, Basketball & Table-Tennis, Listening to music.

PERSONAL PROFILE

Address: Flat No 503, Block No 29, Rain Tree Park, KPHB, Hyderabad

Tel No: +91-970*******

Date of Birth: 8th Jan, 1986

Nationality: Indian

Marital Status: Married

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