Strategic Property operations • Transitional team leadership
Exceptional Portfolio management

Turning Complexity Into Clarity One Transformation At A Time

  • $60M+ saved - AI & ERP modernization
  • Proven success in driving $7B merger integration with zero disruptions
  • Improved security ratings from C to A reducing incidents by 50%
  • Lead global multi-site implementation for ERP, CRM and MES systems
  • Millions saved via vendor negotiations and offshoring
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About Mahesh

Changing IT perception from cost center to business enablement driver.

Industries​

  • Manufacturing
  • Defense

Core Skills

M&A Integration

Coherent and II-VI - $7B, Rofin and Coherent - $1 B

Stakeholder Engagement

Executive Communication

IT Budgeting, Cost Optimization & Vendor Management

$50M Budget Management, $60M Cost Optimization

Business Enablement Using Technology

ERP, PLM, CRM, MES, EPM, Planning and CAD Vaults

AI Automation & Analytics

Power BI, Snowflake, Excel, Llama, ChatGPT

Cybersecurity Strategy & Compliance/Risk Management

Zero Trust, ITAR, CMMC, SOX, GDPR,ISO 27001 and TISAX

ITIL Systems

Service-Now and Freshworks

Cross-Functional Leadership & Global Team Building

Lead IT Team of 130, 30+ Global Cross-functional teams led

DevOps & Project Management

Azure Dev Ops, SaaS Development, Scrum, Agile, Waterfall

Case Studies

M&A Integrations: Unified Global Sites with Minimal External Help

Situation:

Following a acquisition of Rofin a similar size company, the organization needed to integrate 25 global sites into a standardized business process and systems environment.

Task:

Lead the integration of ERP, CRM, MES, and PLM systems across all sites while minimizing reliance on external consultants and ensuring end-user support and training.

Action:

Directed a comprehensive business/IT integration effort over three years, leveraging internal resources to design, implement, and support the systems rollout. Developed and deployed training programs tailored to diverse user groups at each site, ensuring smooth adoption. Maintained continuous communication and hands-on support throughout.

Results:

Successfully integrated 25 sites under unified systems and standardized processes with minimal external consulting costs, saving over $20 million. Achieved high adoption rates and operational consistency globally, with minimal disruption to business operations.

Manufacturing Execution System (MES) Implementation: Cost-Effective In-House Azure SaaS

Situation:

The company needed a scalable MES solution to support manufacturing operations at over 25 global sites with 3000+ daily users. Off-the-shelf solutions were cost-prohibitive.

Task:

Deliver a cost-effective, scalable MES system that meets global operational needs without exceeding budget constraints.

Action:

Led the development and deployment of a custom-built, Azure-based SaaS MES platform, tailored to specific manufacturing requirements. Conducted user engagements and iterative feedback sessions to refine functionality and usability.

Results:

Rolled out the MES solution globally, supporting 3000+ daily users and 25+ sites. Avoided a $24+ million expense by opting for an in-house developed solution, while improving operational visibility and control.

COVID-19 Response and Cybersecurity Enhancement

Situation:

Just one week after taking on the CIO role, the COVID-19 pandemic required rapid scaling of secure remote work capabilities and enhanced collaboration tools under tight budget constraints.

Task:

Implement robust remote collaboration infrastructure quickly while strengthening the company’s cybersecurity posture. Additionally, avoid significant additional spend on new collaboration software.

Action:

Rapidly deployed Microsoft Teams utilizing existing Microsoft E3 licenses, avoiding millions in additional software costs. Expanded secure remote access infrastructure and implemented a zero-trust security framework, enhancing endpoint detection, cloud authentication, vulnerability management, and comprehensive change management.

Results:

Enabled uninterrupted remote work and collaboration during the pandemic with zero disruption. Elevated the cybersecurity rating from “C” to “A,” reduced security incidents by 50%, and established a strong security foundation aligned with modern best practices.

Transition to Transformation Team Post II-VI Acquisition

Situation:

Post-acquisition by II-VI, operations for majority of our products shifted from discrete to process manufacturing with high volume, low mix production, requiring business process and system realignment.

Task:

Lead efforts to standardize business processes, implement data governance, and leverage AI to support the evolving manufacturing models.

Action:

Joined the transformation team to drive process standardization and ERP discovery. Spearheaded data standardization initiatives and deployed AI-powered analytics and automation solutions aligned with the new manufacturing demands. Collaborated closely with business units to ensure alignment and adoption.

Results:

Established scalable processes and robust data frameworks that enabled efficient high-volume manufacturing. Improved data quality and analytics capabilities created significant value, generating over $4 million in cost savings through AI-driven automation and enhanced decision-making.

"Mahesh is an exceptional IT leader with a rare blend of technical expertise and business acumen. His background in IT, deep functional understanding of business processes (Sales, Service, Procurement, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Finance), data, reporting and tools required to support the processes, combined with his ability to lead, motivate and manage large teams, sets him apart as a truly valuable asset to our organization. His ability to leverage cutting-edge technologies like Artificial Intelligence, Internet of Things (IoT) and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) has resulted in significant cost reductions and operational efficiencies across our business."
Abhay Edlabadkar
CTO-Coherent
"Mahesh has a proven track record of partnering with the various functions, understanding the business needs, and ultimately provide scalable solutions. Strengths include creating a collaborative environment, ability to speak and present at C-level, integrating business units on to common ERP platforms, in-depth understanding of operational functions up to and including MES systems, financial compliance, security, and transforming corporate metrics. Great business partner over the past 15 years and it's been great to see him grow. Solid leader!"
Brad Dudchus
SVP-Global Operations Coherent

Jason is a top caliber leader in the real estate world and property management.

"I worked with Mahesh from 2016 through 2022. Mahesh is a very straightforward, critical thinking executive. His leadership skills are excellent with emphasis on communication and his ability to inspire the team. His overall I.T. skillset, along with his integrity and personality enhances any executive team. I would welcome the opportunity to work with Mahesh again. (Coherent Inc. was acquired by II-VI Inc. in July 2022)."
Kevin Palatnik
CFO Coherent
"His strategic leadership has been pivotal in aligning technology with our financial objectives, creating a seamless integration that drives business success. Mahesh excels in leveraging AI and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) to generate actionable insights that significantly reduce manufacturing costs and enhance operational efficiency. His innovative approach supports our M&A initiatives and ensures that we make data-driven decisions that propel our organization forward. His ability to present complex technological strategies to C-level executives is remarkable. Mahesh communicates these insights clearly and compellingly, effectively bridging the gap between technical and financial perspectives. Moreover, his collaborative spirit fosters cross-functional teamwork, making him an invaluable partner within our leadership team."
John Thomas
SVP Finance, Coherent

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