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Find out more about his career, his daily life and his role in Qim info’s IT projects in Switzerland.
Karim, IT management expert: a career cut out for large-scale projects
Karim was fascinated by IT and new technologies from an early age, and built up his expertise in demanding technical environments. He began his career at PwC, where he worked on ERP integration and Business Intelligence, contributing to the implementation of analytical and management solutions for companies.
He then moved to ArcLogiciel, where he specialized in the development and integration of customized ERP solutions. He participated in the adaptation and deployment of management tools, enriching his understanding of information systems and business challenges.
He then joined Scandia, IKEA’s IT and financial holding company, where he worked for over five years. He successively held the positions of Support Manager, then Infrastructure and Projects Manager. He took charge of IT management at the Geneva and Aubonne sites, coordinating technical teams and external service providers to ensure the stability and evolution of IT infrastructures.
These experiences have enabled him to develop dual technical and managerial expertise, which will be a major asset in his future career.
What is ERP?
ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) is centralized management software that enables companies to automate and optimize their business processes (finance, HR, logistics, etc.).
What is Business Intelligence?
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IT project manager and digital strategist: Karim at the service of major Swiss institutions
With a background in infrastructure management and IT project management, Karim joined Qim info with a desire to take on new challenges. He quickly found his niche, putting his expertise and strategic vision to work for major institutions. His role? Supervise complex projects and ensure smooth technological transitions .
Professional development in IT: Qim info, a career gas pedal
To help him take a step forward and move into positions of responsibility, the ESN is investing in his development by financing two strategic training courses:
- A federal diploma in IT Management from Ecole Supérieure d’Informatique This four-semester course enables him to deepen his skills in IT architecture design and large-scale infrastructure management.
- An MBA in Business Administration atIFG – Sorbonne Paris 1 Thanks to this ongoing program, Karim is strengthening his strategic and managerial vision, developing key skills in management,financial managementand digital transformation.
“These training courses, made possible thanks to the support of Qim info, enable me to raise my expertise and bring even more value to the projects I manage.”
Thanks to these skills, he now plays a key role in the modernization of banking and public infrastructures in Switzerland, where his expertise in IT management anddigital strategy is a major asset.
Banking IT migration: modernizing and securing systems
Karim is actively involved in several IT redesign and migration projects for leading Swiss banks:
- As a Workplace and Team Lead Engineer, he is helping to modernize the IT infrastructures of a major banking institution and to optimize digital work environments.
- Application Migration Project Manager, overseeing a massive transition of the banking systems of another major player in the sector, ensuring the compatibility and security of applications during the move to a new technological environment.
- Acting as a Level 3 support, he takes charge of the most complex operations within a private financial institution, and becomes a key ally of the project manager to ensure a smooth and controlled migration.
These experiences enable him to hone his IT vision, anticipate risks and optimize banking systems in highly secure, regulated environments.
Application migration‘what is it?
This process involves transferring applications to a new environment (change of operating system, move to the cloud…). The challenge is to ensure performance, compatibility and security, without disrupting business activity. For example, many organizations are adopting the Cloud via application migration, thereby gaining in agility and flexibility. Find out more about our Cloud migration services.
IT infrastructure in the public sector: optimizing performance and security
Still at Qim info, Karim then extended his expertise to the public sector, where he managed crucial projects. As Application Manager and IT Project Manager, he took charge of the modernization of a public institution’s applications, drafting precise specifications and supervising technology tenders. He was the only employee to combine application and project management, proving his ability to combine strategic vision with operational expertise.
ITirtualization IT‘what is it?
IT virtualization enables multiple environments to be run on a single physical server, optimizing resource utilization and improving infrastructure efficiency.
IT project management tools and leadership
To orchestrate its missions effectively, it relies on high-performance tools that are essential for coordinating and monitoring projects:
- Jira: agile task tracking and sprint management.
- Confluence: centralized documentation and knowledge sharing.
- Clarity: budget and resource management.
- SharePoint: secure document management and collaboration.
Thanks to his development experience, he is also proficient in SQL Server for creating scrips and Microsoft Studio, enabling him to automate critical tasks, optimize data processing and ensure better interconnection between IT systems.
Soft skills in IT management: essential for success
For Karim, the success of an IT project depends not only on technical skills, but also on communication and leadership.
“A project manager must know how todeer and convince to move his team forward in the même direction. “
Among the human qualities essential to his profession, he cites :
- Communication to align the various project stakeholders.
- Adaptability to changes in scope.
- Rigor to meet deadlines and budgets.
“In a cross-functional environment, it’s crucial to motivate teams to work together. A good project manager knows how to motivate and coordinate without imposing. “
Working at Qim info: an ESN committed to employee development
At Qim info, Karim has found an environment where he can flourish and constantly progress. The company doesn’t just offer stimulating assignments: it supports its consultants in their professional development by investing in excellent training.
“Qim info has always supported my development by financing my training courses. This commitment to skills development is a real strength and enables me to perform better and better in my job.”
This commitment to supporting talent over the long term makes Qim info a company where consultants can grow and develop into strategic positions.
“Qim info makes it a point‘honor à value its consultants over the long term. T‘is a rare approach in an ESN, and it‘and that’s what keeps me me to stay. “
Becoming an IT project manager: an inspiring career path
Karim’s career path illustrates an exemplary success story in IT. Thanks to his technical expertise, leadership and strategic vision, he has established himself as a key player at Qim info and a major asset for his customers.
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