Siva Kumar Padmanabhan is a visionary leader with over 20 years of global experience in Information Technology, Business Innovation, and Digital Transformation. As the Managing Director and Head of AstraZeneca’s Global Innovation & Technology Center in India, he leads nearly 2,500 professionals who are reshaping digital healthcare solutions.
Driving AstraZeneca’s Digital Transformation
Siva leads AstraZeneca’s Global Digital Technology Center in Chennai, where his team delivers state-of-the-art digital solutions. Key innovations under his leadership include:
- RPA and Chatbot Platform Engineering: Automating processes for better efficiency.
- AI/ML Enablement: Driving advancements with global software engineering capabilities.
- API Enablement: Establishing foundational technologies through an advanced API Center.
- Agile Excellence: Managing the Enterprise Agile Center of Excellence.
- Big Data Innovation: Enhancing data platforms and engineering services to support healthcare transformation.
These initiatives have made AstraZeneca a global leader in healthcare technology.
Leadership Across Industries
Before joining AstraZeneca, Siva held leadership roles in renowned organizations:
- Flex: Oversaw IT and Digital initiatives for ERP, customer solutions, and supply chain systems.
- TCS: Directed Digital Transformation projects in the Consumer Products and Distribution sectors.
- McKesson Corporation: Revamped supply chain processes for the healthcare giant.
- PwC: Spent a decade delivering impactful management and IT consulting projects.
Siva’s cross-industry expertise includes healthcare, consumer products, and high-tech sectors, where he worked with brands like Procter & Gamble, Disney, Intel, and Nokia.
Certifications and Achievements
Siva’s leadership is supported by advanced certifications in:
- CPIM: Certified in Production and Inventory Management.
- CISA: Certified Information Systems Auditor.
- Six Sigma Black Belt: Expertise in process improvement and quality management.
These credentials underline his ability to lead complex digital transformations.
Empowering Healthcare with Innovation
Siva combines CIO-level expertise with a passion for innovation. He bridges technology and healthcare to create solutions that benefit patients globally. His leadership ensures AstraZeneca stays ahead in delivering transformative digital capabilities.
Join Siva Kumar Padmanabhan at GCC Next Summit 2024
Siva Kumar will be sharing his insights and vision at the GCC Next Summit 2024, alongside other global leaders in innovation and technology.
Explore his journey, research, and groundbreaking contributions as part of this prestigious event.
