KARIM DEGHEDY
Dubai
Summary
IT Leader with 23+ years of experience in IT Strategy, Digital Transformation, and Enterprise-Level Projects($20M+). Proven expertise in ERP Implementation, Cloud Solutions, and Process Digitization across industries including Tech, Oil & Gas, FMCG, and Healthcare. Skilled in leading cross-functional teams, enhancing IT operations, and driving cost efficiencies
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Digital Transformation Principal Consultant
KMD For Information Technology Consultants
12.2019 - Current
- Lead transformative initiatives for organizations and government entities, focusing on customer-centric solutions and emerging technologies to build data-driven futures
- Cultivated a culture of enterprise-wide digital transformation, supporting startups, scale-ups, and family-owned businesses
- Advised clients on implementing renewed business processes across operations, marketing, and finance, enhancing efficiency and service delivery
- Developed strategic roadmaps demonstrating the tangible benefits of digital adoption to C-level stakeholders
- Championed the GovStack Global Initiative in Egypt, fostering partnerships with GIZ and ITU to promote inclusive digital ecosystems
Chief Information Officer
AXA Egypt
12.2018 - 11.2019
- Promoted from IT Operations Manager to CIO, overseeing IT strategy, infrastructure, and project delivery to align with AXA Group standards
- Executed a digital transformation roadmap that reduced legacy system costs by 15%
- Achieved 35% CAPEX and 30% OPEX reductions through strategic IT initiatives
- Implemented a data governance program, improving data quality by 30%
- Migrated the health insurance core system’s data warehouse, saving $1M annually
- Key Projects: Achieved PCI-DSS Level 1 Certification and GDPR compliance
- Rolled out a cloud-based HR system and a digital lead-generation platform for sales
Country IT Shared Services Manager
TOTAL Energies
01.2016 - 12.2018
- Managed IT operations for Upstream and Downstream entities, driving digital transformation and aligning with global IT standards
- Transformed TOTAL Egypt into a data-driven organization, achieving a 10% cost reduction and 16% CAPEX savings
- Oversaw SAP ERP upgrades and implemented ATG solutions across 100+ service stations
- Promoted IT as a business enabler, ensuring compliance with IT security guidelines
- Key Projects: Redesigned LAN/WAN architecture for enhanced security and connectivity
- Deployed mobile business applications to boost productivity and agility
Business Development Manager
Schlumberger
07.2014 - 01.2016
- Drove market growth and client relationships across Egypt, Sudan, Jordan, and Lebanon
- Reduced DSO by 10% for key clients and secured $200K in new deals
- Established Schlumberger in the South Sudan market, achieving a 2% revenue increase
IT Director
DAR Petroleum Operating Co.
09.2011 - 07.2014
- Set up and managed the IT department for Head Office and Oil Fields, achieving significant cost savings
- Reduced IT CAPEX by $7M and OPEX by 25% through strategic planning and policy implementation
Head of IT
Lafarge
05.2008 - 08.2011
- Established IT infrastructure for a Greenfield plant and improved network availability to 99.9%
- Achieved $3M in CAPEX savings by upgrading IT systems and processes
Head of IT
Egyptian Company for Foods (BiscoMisr)
07.2005 - 05.2008
- Implemented comprehensive IT strategies to streamline operations across multiple sites
- Deployed Microsoft Dynamics AX ERP and built Gigabit data and voice infrastructure for 3 plants, 18 warehouses, and 29 outlets
Senior Software Developer
TechnoSoft Co.
02.2002 - 06.2005
Web Developer
Egyptian Business Machines [EBM]
01.2001 - 02.2002
Quality Assurance
ITWorx Inc.
01.2000 - 12.2000
Education
MBA - Business Analytics
Abertay University
01.2023 - Current
B.Sc. - Management Sciences, Computer & Information Systems
Sadat Academy
Skills
IT Roadmap Planning
Solution Design
IT Governance
Process Digitization
Cloud
Automation
ERP (SAP, Oracle)
Agile
PMP
RFPs
RFIs
Risk Management
Business Intelligence
Data Governance
Data Quality
Team Building
Stakeholder Engagement
Change Management
Signatureskills
- IT Strategy & Architecture: IT Roadmap Planning, Solution Design, IT Governance
- Digital Transformation: Process Digitization, Cloud, Automation, ERP (SAP, Oracle)
- Project Management: Agile, PMP, RFPs, RFIs, Risk Management
- Data & Analytics: Business Intelligence, Data Governance, Data Quality
- Leadership: Team Building, Stakeholder Engagement, Change Management
Careeraccomplishments
- Reduced DSO from 500 days to zero within 3 months for key clients, earning a Rewards of Excellence (Schlumberger).
- Secured a $200K deal with a major client and established a $200K pipeline through strategic account management (Schlumberger).
- Displaced competition by acquiring new clients and generating $100K in sales for SIS-Petrel, with an additional $200K in projected revenue (Schlumberger).
- Received Rewards of Excellence for dedication to quality and attention to detail in project execution (Schlumberger).
- Earned a Recognition Letter and Exceptional Bonus for successfully meeting targets during the MAESTRO Project deployment (TOTAL Egypt)
Certification
IT Architecture, TOGAF 9 Certified, TOGAF Standard v9.2
Professional Development
- Leadership & Management, Emerging Leaders Program, Project Excellence and Knowledge (PEAK), Change Management, Developing Credibility as a Leader
- Soft Skills, Effective Negotiation Skills, Strategic Thinking & Critical Thinking, Delivering an Authentic Elevator Pitch, Customer Service Foundations, Confronting Bias & Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging
- Business Foundations, Sales & Marketing Awareness, Contract Management, Digital Marketing Foundations
Timeline
MBA - Business Analytics
Abertay University
01.2023 - Current
Digital Transformation Principal Consultant
KMD For Information Technology Consultants
12.2019 - Current
Chief Information Officer
AXA Egypt
12.2018 - 11.2019
Country IT Shared Services Manager
TOTAL Energies
01.2016 - 12.2018
Business Development Manager
Schlumberger
07.2014 - 01.2016
IT Director
DAR Petroleum Operating Co.
09.2011 - 07.2014
Head of IT
Lafarge
05.2008 - 08.2011
Head of IT
Egyptian Company for Foods (BiscoMisr)
07.2005 - 05.2008
Senior Software Developer
TechnoSoft Co.
02.2002 - 06.2005
Web Developer
Egyptian Business Machines [EBM]
01.2001 - 02.2002
Quality Assurance
ITWorx Inc.
01.2000 - 12.2000
B.Sc. - Management Sciences, Computer & Information Systems
Sadat Academy
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