A seasoned Digital Transformation Director with over two decades of experience leading complex technology programs valued at $300M+ in both the Middle East and globally. My expertise lies in digital strategy, cloud computing, solution architecture, ERP implementation, and harnessing technologies such as AI, ML, IoT, and RPA to drive substantial business growth. I am looking to work with organizations that are either stuck or looking to start their transformation journeys in either the public or private sector.
𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐀𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭
👉 At ADDA, I lead the definition and execution of the digital transformation for Shared Government Services. This initiative is set to centralize services by 80%, automate activities by approximately 60%, and migrate 100% of government services to the cloud within an 18-month timeframe.
👉 While directing the digital transformation of EDGE Group, a $7 billion defense company, I oversaw initiatives resulting in an 80% automation rate, a 50% revenue increase, and a 25% reduction in costs.
👉 As the Head of Technology & Digital Innovation at Etihad Airways, I successfully achieved $400 million in cost savings, ultimately driving the company to profitability.
👉 My leadership in implementing IoT, Analytics, and RPA technologies in the manufacturing line at EDGE Group led to an efficiency improvement of 30%.
👉 Played a pivotal role in numerous consulting assignments with Protiviti, focusing on Digital Transformation, SAP, Oracle implementations, and IT Operating model implementations.
𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬
My skill set encompasses various domains, including digital strategy, cloud computing, solution architecture, ERP, AI, ML, IoT, RPA, business transformation, cost savings, revenue growth, customer satisfaction, employee engagement, innovation, leadership, problem-solving, decision-making, and strategic thinking.
𝐄𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐕𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐬
👉 Initiated and managed two online startups in the UAE and the US, specializing in niche health and fitness products. My role included overseeing product selection, SEO optimization, marketing, licensing, company formation, investor engagement, and online distribution channels.
👉 Established my own YouTube channel to discuss topics related to Digital and Data Transformations and Enterprise Architecture, further showcasing my passion for thought leadership and knowledge sharing.
To gain a deeper understanding of my experience and the outcomes of my deliverables, please review my LinkedIn references and visit my website, www.noeldcosta.com.
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