Hi, I'm
Naveen KumarLokesh

Principal Technology Strategist

AI Strategy, Digital Transformation & IT Governance

Bringing over 20 years of experience to help leaders drive growth through strategy, technology, and innovation | Workshop Facilitator & Strategic Advisor.

20+

Years Experience

50+

Successful Projects

10

Industries Served

Industries Served

Specializing in Hospitality & Healthcare transformation, with proven experience across 10 diverse industries

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Hospitality

Primary Specialization

Technology solutions for hotels, resorts & hospitality businesses

Focus Areas:

  • Guest experience technology
  • Property management system modernization
  • Revenue management optimization
  • Staff productivity & automation
  • Digital transformation for hotels/resorts
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Healthcare

Primary Specialization

Digital transformation for hospitals & healthcare providers

Focus Areas:

  • Hospital systems digital transformation
  • Patient experience optimization
  • Healthcare data governance & compliance
  • Medical device integration & IoT
  • Telemedicine infrastructure

Also Serving:

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Dating & Social Platforms

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Automobile

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Management Consulting

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Telecommunications

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Printing & Publishing

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Finance & Banking

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Real Estate

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Public Sector

Service Offerings

Specialized consulting services tailored for both enterprise organizations and academic institutions

Corporate Services

For Enterprises & Organizations

Strategic technology consulting for C-suite executives, business leaders, and IT teams driving digital transformation, AI strategy, and operational excellence.

  • AI Strategy & Implementation
  • IT Governance & Leadership
  • Enterprise Digital Transformation
  • DevOps Optimization
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Academic Services

For Universities & Colleges

Specialized consulting for higher education institutions focused on digital transformation, faculty development, research infrastructure, and innovation ecosystems.

  • Faculty AI Literacy Workshops
  • Research Infrastructure Strategy
  • Innovation Labs & Maker Spaces
  • Academic-Industry Partnerships
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Featured Corporate Services

Strategic advisory services designed to transform your technology landscape and drive measurable business outcomes

AI Strategy & Implementation Advisory

Transform your organization with AI that delivers measurable ROI. I identify high-impact use cases, build governance frameworks for responsible adoption, and create clear implementation roadmapsβ€”turning AI potential into business results.

4 Months
From exploration to production
3x ROI
Average return on AI investments
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Technology Leadership & IT Governance

Establish decision-making frameworks that accelerate execution while managing risk. I help executive teams align IT strategy with business goals, implement robust governance, and optimize technology investments for sustainable growth.

60%
Faster decision-making
€2M+
Cost savings through optimization
Schedule Call

Enterprise Architecture & Digital Transformation

Bridge the gap between strategy and execution with clear technology roadmaps. I design target operating models and transformation blueprints that modernize operations, reduce complexity, and deliver measurable business outcomes.

40%
Reduction in time-to-market
30%
Operational cost reduction
Schedule Call

SDLC & DevOps Optimization

Accelerate product delivery with optimized development processes. I implement modern Agile practices and CI/CD pipelines that improve quality, increase velocity by up to 40%, and enable reliable, scalable delivery.

60%
Faster deployment cycles
85%
Team satisfaction improvement
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Ready to Accelerate Your Transformation?

Book a 30-minute strategy introduction call to discuss your challenges and explore how we can work together

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How I Work

Flexible engagement models designed to fit your needsβ€”from ongoing advisory to intensive transformation sprints

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Advisory Retainer

Continuous
Monthly / Ongoing
€3,500 - €6,000/month

Scope

  • Strategic guidance and executive coaching
  • Technology roadmap reviews and alignment
  • Quarterly planning and priority setting
  • On-demand advisory for critical decisions

Typical Outcomes

  • Continuous strategic alignment
  • Faster, more confident decision-making
  • Reduced technology risk and waste
  • Improved executive technology fluency

Best for: Organizations needing ongoing strategic guidance and technology leadership support

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Strategic Workshop

Fast Results
1-2 Days
€2,500 - €5,000

Scope

  • Facilitated sessions for vision alignment
  • Problem-solving and roadmap creation
  • Cross-functional team collaboration
  • Actionable deliverables and next steps

Typical Outcomes

  • Clear strategic roadmap (5-day delivery)
  • Team alignment and buy-in
  • Prioritized initiatives with owners
  • Reduced planning cycles by 90%

Best for: Teams needing rapid clarity, direction, and alignment on strategic initiatives

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Architecture Deep-Dive

Comprehensive
2 Weeks
€8,000 - €15,000

Scope

  • Current state architecture assessment
  • Target architecture design and blueprint
  • Gap analysis and risk identification
  • Detailed migration and implementation plan

Typical Outcomes

  • Detailed architecture blueprint
  • Risk assessment and mitigation plan
  • Technology selection recommendations
  • Phased implementation roadmap

Best for: Organizations planning major technology transitions or modernization initiatives

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Transformation Sprint

End-to-End
6-8 Weeks
€25,000 - €50,000

Scope

  • Comprehensive transformation project management
  • Hands-on implementation support
  • Team training and capability building
  • Process optimization and automation

Typical Outcomes

  • Delivered MVP or working solution
  • Trained and empowered team
  • Sustainable processes in place
  • Measurable ROI within 3 months

Best for: Organizations ready for comprehensive transformation with hands-on execution support

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Proven Results

Results achieved in previous corporate roles across diverse industries and scales

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40%
Average reduction in time-to-market achieved in previous roles
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€2M+
Cost savings delivered through technology optimization
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85%
Team satisfaction improvement in cross-functional projects
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60%
Faster decision-making through streamlined processes

These metrics represent results from projects I led while employed at organizations across Healthcare, Hospitality, Finance, and Technology sectors. As an independent consultant, I bring this proven methodology and experience to help your organization achieve similar transformational outcomes.

Project Examples from Previous Roles

Transformations I led while employed at organizations across Healthcare, Hospitality, and Finance

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Healthcare3-month project

Hospital Network Digital Transformation

In My Previous Role

Challenge

Led transformation for a multi-location hospital network facing fragmented patient data across facilities, long wait times, and manual scheduling processes impacting patient satisfaction.

Approach

  • Facilitated strategic alignment workshops with C-suite and clinical leaders
  • Designed unified patient data architecture with HIPAA compliance
  • Led implementation of AI-powered appointment optimization
  • Managed 6-week transformation with clinical staff training

Results

73%
Reduction in patient wait times achieved
$2M+
Annual savings from operational improvements
8 Weeks
Timeline to unify patient records
95%
Patient satisfaction score post-implementation
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Hospitality4-month project

International Hotel Chain Platform

In My Previous Role

Challenge

Led digital transformation for a global hotel chain with disconnected systems, inconsistent guest data, and significant manual processes limiting operational efficiency.

Approach

  • Facilitated strategic workshops with regional directors and IT leadership
  • Designed cloud-based unified platform architecture
  • Created AI-driven revenue management framework
  • Implemented guest experience personalization engine

Results

28%
RevPAR increase within 6 months
€1.8M
Annual cost reduction through automation
9.1/10
Guest satisfaction score improvement
360Β°
Unified guest profiles across properties
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Finance5-month project

Banking Platform Modernization

In My Previous Role

Challenge

Led enterprise architecture transformation for a regional bank with legacy systems causing slow processes and inability to compete with digital-first competitors.

Approach

  • Conducted enterprise architecture assessment and digital maturity evaluation
  • Designed microservices-based banking platform architecture
  • Implemented API-first strategy for ecosystem integrations
  • Led DevOps transformation enabling continuous delivery

Results

94%
Reduction in loan approval time
45%
Increase in digital channel adoption
60%
Faster time-to-market for new products
€950K
Annual cost savings from modernization

Industry Experience

Organizations I've worked with across Healthcare, Hospitality, Finance, and Technology sectors

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Healthcare Systems
Hospital networks & healthcare providers
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Hotel Chains
International hospitality organizations
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Financial Institutions
Banking & financial services
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Manufacturing
Fortune 500 manufacturers
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Technology Firms
SaaS & platform companies
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Consulting Firms
Management consulting partners
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Telecommunications
Telecom service providers
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Public Sector
Government agencies

Let's Create Similar Results for Your Organization

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