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Transform your business

I’m Hari, an experienced business consultant, with a strong track record of delivering sustainable results across numerous industries.

MY background

With a robust background spanning over 25 years in the IT industry, Hariharakumar Ramanathan brings unparalleled expertise in IT consulting and management. As a seasoned professional, Hari excels in implementing ITIL, Scrum, Agile, Lean, and DevOps methodologies to drive business process improvements and digital transformation initiatives. His strategic acumen and technical proficiency have consistently delivered successful projects and exceeded performance benchmarks.

Hari's vast experience includes roles such as Greater China Bionix Adoption Lead at DXC Technology, where he transformed accounts through analytics, Lean, and automation. He has also served as Service Level Manager, improving SLAs and customer satisfaction, and as a Project/Service Manager in various international settings.

Certified in multiple disciplines, including Scrum Master, Agile Product Owner, DevOps Practitioner, and Lean Expert, Hari is well-equipped to guide organizations in adopting best practices and achieving operational excellence. His hands-on approach to strategy planning, process optimization, and automation ensures that businesses stay competitive and efficient in a rapidly evolving technological landscape.

As the Director and Senior Consultant at Agate Business Consulting, Hari continues to provide top-tier consulting services, focusing on small and medium-sized enterprises. His commitment to delivering high-quality solutions, coupled with his ability to lead and mentor teams, makes him a valuable asset to any organization seeking to enhance their IT capabilities and achieve sustainable growth.

Who am I?

MY Services

What can I do for you?

IT Consulting and Management

Leveraging over 25 years in the IT industry, you provide expert consulting in ITIL, Scrum, Agile, Lean, and DevOps methodologies. You excel in strategy planning, business process improvements, ITIL/Lean process implementations, and robotic process automation (RPA).

Digital Transformation

Guiding organizations through digital transformation initiatives, including analytics, automation, and process optimization to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve service delivery.

Project and Service Management

Offering project management services with a focus on turnkey, fixed bid, transition, and product development projects. Experienced in both waterfall and Agile/Scrum methodologies, ensuring smooth delivery and high-profit margins.

Scrum and Agile Coaching

Certified Scrum Master and Agile Product Owner providing coaching and implementation of Scrum and Agile practices. Enhancing team performance, productivity, and project outcomes through effective Agile methodologies.

Lean Process Implementation

Certified Lean Expert with experience in implementing Lean methodologies to optimize processes, eliminate waste, and improve overall organizational efficiency.

Quality Assurance and Testing

Providing comprehensive quality assurance and testing services, including performance testing, compatibility testing, and user acceptance testing across various platforms and devices.

Strategic Leadership and Advisory

Serving in leadership roles to provide strategic direction, drive business growth, and achieve performance benchmarks. Experience as a senior consultant and founder of a management consulting firm.

Training and Development

Conducting training sessions and workshops on ITIL, Agile, Scrum, DevOps, Lean, and process optimization to upskill teams and enhance organizational capabilities.

Automation and Process Optimization

Expertise in automation technologies and process optimization to drive efficiency, reduce errors, and improve overall productivity within organizations.

Projects

Check out my previous experience

Rather than continuing to tell you what I can do, why not take a look for yourself? I’m proud of all my previous projects, and believe the success I’ve managed to cultivate in the past speaks for itself. Follow the link below to see some of my work.

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“Thank you very much to Hari and his team for the thorough work delivered during this turbulent time. As originally discussed on the first day we met, this entire process was new to us. However, your professionalism, guidance, and commitment were well worth the investment.

Thank you for completing our assignment on time. We look forward to working with you on future projects. I would have no hesitation to recommend Agate Business Consulting to my business friends and partners.”

Prakash U N
Principal
Saraswathy Vidyabhavan Central School, Thodupuzha

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Work Approach

Customers don't just buy products, they buy experiences.