Hari Chand is a seasoned management consultant with over 16 years of diverse experience across various industries and cultures. Specializing in IT Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) and Digital Transformation, Hari is adept at aligning IT strategies with business goals to drive value and ensure regulatory compliance. His ability to adapt, communicate effectively, and maintain a strategic vision has enabled him to successfully manage projects in sectors such as banking, logistics, IT, insurance, energy, automotive, and food & beverages.
Hari Chand is a seasoned management consultant with over 16 years of diverse experience across various industries and cultures. Specializing in IT Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) and Digital Transformation, Hari is adept at aligning IT strategies with business goals to drive value and ensure regulatory compliance. His ability to adapt, communicate effectively, and maintain a strategic vision has enabled him to successfully manage projects in sectors such as banking, logistics, IT, insurance, energy, automotive, and food & beverages.
Core Competencies:
- IT Governance, Risk, Compliance & Audit
- Information Security Program Management
- Data Privacy and Information Privacy
- Digital Transformation Practitioner
- Strategic Vendor Governance
- IT Service Management and Project Management
- Business Continuity and IT Disaster Recovery
- Compliance Frameworks (PCI-DSS, NIST, NIAP-Qatar, GDPR, NESA-UAE)
- International Standards (ISO 9001, 27001, 20000, 31000, 22301)
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Key Achievements:
- Enhanced business alignment and investment prioritization, maximizing project benefits.
- Reduced IT expenditure by rationalizing the application portfolio.
- Increased productivity by 40% through team centralization and cross-skilling.
- Developed strong, value-driven policies that significantly reduced audit findings.
- Improved operational efficiency by streamlining policies and processes.
- Delivered over 200 training programs globally on ITIL, PRINCE2, PMP, CAPM, CRISC, CGEIT, and COBIT.
With a passion for empowering organizations through effective GRC strategies, Hari Chand leverages his expertise to help clients stay ahead in a rapidly evolving business landscape. His comprehensive knowledge and practical approach make him a valuable partner for any organization looking to enhance its risk management and compliance practices.