I am a professional with a diversified career of almost 20 years. My career started out in Mechanical Engineering and moved into Information & Communication Technology.
In complex situations I objectively assess what needs to be done, grasping the issues and breaking problems down into its component parts. I generate new ideas by using conceptual and lateral thinking. I respond positively to change and challenges. I seek opportunities for self-development and learn from my experience. I am ambitious, always want to do my best to meet and exceed targets.
I act with integrity and take difficult decisions when necessary. I use my understanding of others, and communicate clearly and precisely to gain support and achieve results. I value being part of a team and demonstrate co-operative working to achieve shared goals. I motivate my team by taking a lead in problem solving, clarifying tasks and creating an environment in which everyone can contribute.
Manager: eBusiness & ICT @ SUMMARY
Responsible for the technological direction of a Cape Town Tourism. Proposes budgets for programs and projects, purchases and upgrades equipment, supervises computer specialists and eBusiness & ICT staff, and presides over related projects.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Provide technological guidance within Cape Town Tourism
• Supervise information system and communications network.
• Develop and implement a customer service platform to serve the organization in every aspect.
• Design, establish, and maintain a network infrastructure for local and wide area connectivity and remote access.
• Consult with Executive, departmental managers and staff to exchange information, present new approaches, and to discuss equipment/system changes.
• Participate in vendor contract negotiations for all new computer equipment and software purchased for the corporation.
• Create a cost-benefit analysis as well as supporting a detailed definition of data requirements and departmental workflows.
• Oversee Internet and computer operations.
• Manages the day-to-day operations of the eBusiness & ICT department including directing staff, business systems and applications, network and infrastructure, user services, telecommunications and other information technology functions.
• Assess and anticipate technology projects and recommend appropriate action and resources.
• Establish and direct the strategic and tactical goals, policies, and procedures for the information technology department.
• Propose hardware/software solutions to accomplish the company's business objectives.
• Identify user needs and resolve problems. From October 2009 to Present (6 years 1 month) Cape Town Area, South Africa
Sulaiman Fredericks is skilled in: Business Analysis, CRM, Business Development, Strategic Planning, Business Intelligence, Team Management, Market Research, Business Planning, Management, E-commerce, Team Leadership, Marketing, Leadership, Sales, Management Consulting, New Business Development, Entrepreneurship, Business Process, Account Management, Cloud Computing, Solution Selling, Enterprise Software, Strategic Partnerships, Project Management, Negotiation, Business Strategy, Strategy, Budgets, Start-ups, Digital Media, Change Management, Program Management, Business Process...