Natarajan Sankaran

With 22+ years of experience in ICT, I have established myself as a leader in AI/ML-driven projects, Business Intelligence (BI), Advanced Analytics, and Digital Transformation. My career spans global technology giants like Siemens, Nokia, Ericsson, Huawei, and Alcatel-Lucent R&D, where I have led automation and intelligence, enterprise analytics, and large-scale cloud transformations. My expertise integrates AI governance, data intelligence, and strategic leadership, enabling organizations to drive operational efficiencies, cost optimization, and revenue growth through informed decision-making. With 15+ years in leadership, I have successfully spearheaded AI/ML, BI, cloud deployment, and customer experience management initiatives, delivering scalable AI ecosystems and intelligent data solutions. My current role in Biomedical R&D focuses on AI-powered blood morphology diagnostics, enhancing precision in veterinary healthcare through predictive analytics. My work ensures real-time decision-making capabilities, contributing to advancements in medical diagnostics and AI applications. I have led high-budget projects exceeding $100M, managing cross-functional teams of 50+ highly qualified professionals to execute enterprise-wide AI and data transformations. My contributions to large-scale OSS/BSS transformations and AI-driven automation across telecom, healthcare, and enterprise analytics ecosystems have helped organizations modernize operations and drive AI adoption. At Huawei, I implemented AIOps-driven BI and cloud-based solutions, generating $15M+ in annual revenue. Additionally, I have developed AI governance, risk assessment, and compliance frameworks, ensuring ethical and scalable AI adoption in alignment with global data standards. My expertise in optimizing AI workflows, analytics pipelines, and data intelligence models has resulted in significant cost reductions and improved operational efficiency. I have built and deployed next-generation AI solutions, intelligent data platforms, and cloud-native architectures, helping enterprises streamline processes and enhance real-time insights. A recognized industry leader and international AI awards judge, I have received multiple accolades for technical and delivery excellence, reinforcing my authority in AI/ML, BI, and enterprise transformation. I hold professional certifications, including PMP, Agile PO and Scrum Master, Six Sigma Black Belt, ISO 9001 Lead Auditor, ensuring that organization transformations align with business, regulatory, and compliance standards. I earned a master’s degree by research in Interactive Multimedia Technologies from Edith Cowan University, Australia, and a bachelor’s in computer science and engineering from Bharathiar University, India.