Taqui Ahmed

A results-driven NYU Master's candidate in Management and Systems with a strategic mindset developed through both technical education and hands-on project leadership. I specialize in translating complex business challenges into structured solutions that deliver measurable outcomes.
My project management expertise encompasses full lifecycle oversight, from initial business case development through implementation and ROI analysis. I've led cross-functional teams to develop an ML-based COVID-19 severity prediction model, managing scope, timelines, and stakeholder expectations while navigating technical complexities.
As a process improvement specialist, I've implemented automation solutions that reduced processing time by 30% while improving accuracy. My approach combines data-driven decision making with practical execution strategies—identifying inefficiencies, quantifying improvement opportunities, and delivering solutions that align with broader organizational objectives.
I excel in requirements gathering and stakeholder management, translating business needs into actionable project plans while building consensus across diverse teams. My experience includes developing comprehensive project documentation, risk mitigation strategies, and performance metrics that track meaningful business impact.

My toolkit includes:
Business process analysis and optimization
Strategic planning and roadmap development
Data analytics and visualization for decision support
Change management and organizational alignment
Cross-functional team leadership

What distinguishes my consulting approach is the ability to balance analytical precision with pragmatic business acumen. I consistently deliver solutions that resolve immediate challenges and position organizations for sustained operational excellence.

Open to connecting with professionals in management consulting and project leadership for networking, mentorship, and discussions on emerging industry methodologies and frameworks.

RPA Developer at Advantum Health (2021-2023)

Architected and implemented end-to-end RPA solutions using UiPath Enterprise Platform that automated critical healthcare revenue cycle processes, achieving 30% reduction in data processing time and savings of 200+ person-hours monthly 

Designed and deployed 15+ production-ready automation workflows with custom exception handling, resulting in 99.7% operational reliability and reducing manual processing errors by 45% 

Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify high-value automation opportunities, leading 3 major projects that delivered $350K in annual cost savings through improved claim processing efficiency 

Leveraged ETL processes with Pentaho PDI and SQL Server to consolidate patient data from disparate sources, establishing a centralized data warehouse that reduced reporting time by 40% 

Developed Python scripts to parse unstructured clinical documentation and convert to structured formats, enabling automated processing of previously manual-only workflows 

Established best practices for automation deployment and documentation. 

Conducted regular performance monitoring and optimization, resulting in 25% improvement in bot execution time through process refactoring and resource allocation techniques

Technical Intern at Allied Globetech PVT Ltd (Summer,2019)

·  Designed and developed a real-time IoT water quality monitoring system using Arduino microcontrollers, delivering a cost-effective solution that reduced water contamination detection time by 85% 

·  Engineered a sensor network integrating pH, TDS, turbidity, and temperature sensors with precision calibration, achieving 99.2% measurement accuracy across varying environmental conditions 

·  Architected and implemented an alert system using GSM modules that delivered SMS notifications when parameters exceeded safety thresholds, enabling proactive intervention that prevented 3 potential contamination incidents during pilot testing 

·  Developed embedded C/C++ firmware to optimize power consumption, extending battery life by 40% for remote deployment scenarios while maintaining 24/7 monitoring capabilities 

·  Created a user-friendly web dashboard using HTML/CSS/JavaScript to visualize historical water quality data, enabling trend analysis and predictive maintenance 

·  Implemented data storage and retrieval functionality using MySQL database, processing over 10,000 daily data points while maintaining system responsiveness  

·  Presented bi-weekly progress reports to senior management, effectively communicating technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders 

·  Documented comprehensive technical specifications and user manuals, facilitating seamless knowledge transfer and system maintenance 

Master of Science in Management and Systems

New York University (NYU), School of Professional Studies | New York, NY, USA

Specialization: Strategy and Leadership

Academic Highlights:

• Maintained strong academic performance while balancing full course load and professional commitments
• Participated in NYU's Technology Innovation Workshop, collaborating with peers on applying emerging technologies to business challenges

Notable Coursework:

• Strategic Marketing: Developed comprehensive market analysis project examining competitive positioning strategies in the technology sector
• Project Management: Applied PMI frameworks to lead team-based course projects, consistently meeting milestones and deliverables
• Information Technology and Data Analytics: Utilized data visualization tools to analyze business datasets and present actionable insights
• Complex Change Management: Created change implementation plans addressing organizational resistance factors and stakeholder engagement
• Business Strategy: Conducted case study analyses of industry leaders, identifying key success factors and sustainable competitive advantages
• Quantitative Analysis: Applied statistical methods to business problems, developing decision models to optimize resource allocation

Bachelor of Technology in Electronics and Computer Engineering

Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT) | Tamil Nadu, India
Graduated: 2021

Academic Highlights:

• Completed rigorous engineering curriculum combining electronics hardware fundamentals with computer science applications

Notable Coursework:

• Artificial Intelligence Fundamentals: Studied search algorithms, knowledge representation, and expert systems development
• Machine Learning: Implemented classification and regression models using Python and scikit-learn for predictive analytics
• IoT Systems Architecture: Designed connected device ecosystems with focus on security, scalability, and data management
• Microprocessors and Microcontrollers: Programmed embedded control systems using ARM architecture for IoT applications
• Digital Signal Processing: Applied DSP algorithms to sensor data processing for intelligent systems
• Computer Networks: Configured and troubleshot network protocols essential for distributed IoT deployments
• VLSI Design: Created integrated circuit designs using industry-standard EDA tools
• Object-Oriented Programming: Developed software applications using Java and C++ with focus on design patterns