I am Wasantha Fernando, MSc IT (UK) and MCSSL, with over 25 years in Information Technology and software development. My experience spans software programming to IT business management and strategic planning, with a focus on building ERP systems that integrate planning, manufacturing, sales, and marketing. I enjoy leading teams and driving organizational improvement through the latest technologies. I have led digital transformations including Robotic Process Automation across service and manufacturing sectors, headed software project delivery, streamlined processes through automation, and supported business growth by aligning IT with strategic goals and tender opportunities in government and international markets.

Wasantha Fernando

I am Wasantha Fernando, MSc IT (UK) and MCSSL, with over 25 years in Information Technology and software development. My experience spans software programming to IT business management and strategic planning, with a focus on building ERP systems that integrate planning, manufacturing, sales, and marketing. I enjoy leading teams and driving organizational improvement through the latest technologies. I have led digital transformations including Robotic Process Automation across service and manufacturing sectors, headed software project delivery, streamlined processes through automation, and supported business growth by aligning IT with strategic goals and tender opportunities in government and international markets.

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I am Wasantha Fernando, MSc IT (UK) and MCSSL, with over 25 years in Information Technology and software development. My experience spans software programming to IT business management and strategic planning, with a focus on building ERP systems that integrate planning, manufacturing, sales, and marketing.

I enjoy leading teams and driving organizational improvement through the latest technologies. I have led digital transformations including Robotic Process Automation across service and manufacturing sectors, headed software project delivery, streamlined processes through automation, and supported business growth by aligning IT with strategic goals and tender opportunities in government and international markets.

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Language

English
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Work Experience

Head of Delivery at Invicta Innovations (PVT) Ltd
May 1, 2022 - Present
In the capacity of Head of Delivery, responsible for maintaining positive relationships with clients, overseeing service delivery, optimizing project constraints, liaising with project teams to determine delivery criteria and solutions, and guiding outsourcing and overall operation management as part of the leadership team.
Group IT Consultant at AKK Group / AKK Engineers
May 1, 2018 - April 30, 2022
Provided IT consulting across multiple sectors including Construction, Engineering, Water & Waste Water Management, Swimming Pools, Hotel & Tourism, Telecommunication and IT Engineering & Software development; led IT process improvements and project implementations, and contributed to group IT strategy.
Group IT Head at Daya Group of Companies
September 1, 2012 - July 31, 2014
Managed day-to-day IT activities, ERP project implementations, IT process enhancements, IT security standards, contingency planning, and long-term IT direction across multiple group companies.
Head Of IT at State Engineering Corporation
April 1, 2010 - July 31, 2012
Oversee IT/Data Communications operations, ERP implementation, requirements gathering, IT strategy development, security standards, and system design to support business objectives.
Senior Consultant / Project Manager at Virtusa Corporation
August 1, 2006 - January 31, 2010
Managed deployment and governance of Keystone application, planning and monitoring deployment lifecycle, coordinating with global teams to meet business requirements and ensure client satisfaction.
Group IT Manager at Uni-Walkers Group
June 1, 2000 - July 31, 2006
Developed and implemented IT strategy, directed IT resources, managed IT projects and budgets, and ensured standardized IT services across the group.
Group IT Consultant at AKK Group
May 1, 2018 - April 1, 2022
Advised on IT strategy and ERP projects, delivered software development initiatives, and built partnerships with global IT providers. Led IT governance and project delivery across sectors including Construction, Engineering, Water & Waste Water, Hotel & Tourism, Telecommunication, and IT Engineering.
GM / Head of Delivery at Cleato (pvt) Ltd, EASYBOOKING (Pvt) Ltd, IQuebox (Pvt) Ltd
October 1, 2014 - November 1, 2018
Overseeing software project delivery, pre-sales, contract signing, portfolio management, and outsourcing. Implemented process improvements and automation to increase efficiency, managed company finances, and led long-term contract negotiations with customers.
Group IT Manager at Uni – Walkers Group
June 1, 2000 - July 1, 2006
Developed IT strategy, directed IT resources to deliver solutions, managed IT operations across the group, and oversaw project budgets and governance; led standards for IT infrastructure and business systems.
Various Roles (System Analyst, Software Developer, Trainee Software Engineer) at Various Organizations
January 1, 1992 - May 1, 2000
Early career roles spanning system analysis, software development, and trainee software engineering across multiple organizations.

Education

MSc in Information Technology at Keele University (UK)
January 11, 2030 - February 2, 2026
MSc in Information Technology at Keele University
January 11, 2030 - February 2, 2026

Qualifications

MCSSL
January 11, 2030 - February 2, 2026
Certified Network Administrator
January 11, 2030 - February 2, 2026
MCSSL - Member of the Sri Lanka Computer Society
January 11, 2030 - February 2, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Manufacturing, Healthcare, Media & Entertainment, Financial Services, Telecommunications, Transportation & Logistics, Retail, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Government