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Akbar Alam

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I am an independent AI & Data Science consultant specializing in Industrial AI, Predictive Analytics, and Process Intelligence.

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I am an independent AI & Data Science consultant specializing in Industrial AI, Predictive Analytics, and Process Intelligence. With 6+ years of hands-on experience across manufacturing, e-commerce, and industrial sectors, I help organizations turn data into a strategic asset and drive measurable business outcomes.

I work across the full stack — from strategy and architecture to modeling and delivery — covering data strategy, data infrastructure, ETL pipelines, and cloud architecture. I partner with cross-functional teams to build production-ready AI solutions that scale.

  • 7 years' experience
  • Joined January 2026

Industry experience

  • Software & Internet
  • Professional Services
  • Manufacturing
  • Retail
  • Media & Entertainment

Work experience· 6 roles

IT Project Manager (Global IT Programs) · Volkswagen AGJan 2023 – Jan 2026 · 3 yrs 1 mo

Led multiple cross-functional global IT projects under strict timelines, budgets, and regulatory constraints. Collaborated with domain and system architects to design enterprise-scale solutions. Defined global rollout strategies for VW brands across international sites.

Founder & Lead AI Consultant · Aaria UGJan 2023 – Present · 3 yrs 11 mos

Independent AI & Data Science consultant focusing on Industrial AI SaaS. Built the Aaria AI Suite: an end-to-end process intelligence platform covering quality assurance, procurement, and demand forecasting for Mittelstand manufacturers. Advising clients on AI feasibility, data governance, and production-ready ML deployment. Designing and delivering AI workshops and keynote sessions for industrial decision-makers.

Data Scientist — Predictive Maintenance & QA · Infineon Technologies AGJan 2022 – Jan 2023 · 1 yr 1 mo

Designed data science strategy and established ETL pipelines from log data to ELK stack. Built predictive models for shear tests on ultrasonic weld in welding equipment. Delivered predictive maintenance system for soldering plants, reducing unplanned downtime.

Data Scientist — Industrial IoT & Process Optimization · GEA Group (FT Division)Jan 2021 – Jan 2022 · 1 yr 1 mo
Data Scientist — Anomaly Detection · Orpheus GmbHJan 2019 – Present · 7 yrs 11 mos
Data Scientist — E-Commerce AI · Conrad Electronic GroupJan 2019 – Jan 2021 · 2 yrs 1 mo

Education

B.S. · Hochschule Rhein-Waal2030 – 2019

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