Projects

Strategic Consulting & Implementation

Digital Transformation Leadership

ERP Solution Implementation Restart | Shandz Group of Companies | 2025
Successfully restarted a stalled company-wide Odoo ERP implementation by leading the business analysis phase. Gathered requirements and identified pain points across all departments, then designed the complete end-to-end workflow and developed an authority matrix outlining user roles and permissions. This groundwork provided the clarity, structure, and alignment needed to resume the project, enabling a more efficient and well-coordinated rollout of the new system.
Strategic Assessment of a New Age Digital Trade Finance Solution | 2025
Validated Tradystream’s AI/ML-driven platform, unlocking its transformative potential for trade finance. Delivered a strategic assessment highlighting critical integration pathways to maximise value delivery and position the solution for market disruption.
Feasibility Study Review for a New Digital Bank in Iraq | 2024-2025
Conducted a comprehensive review of a digital bank’s feasibility report, rigorously benchmarking it against local market conditions and peer performance. Provided actionable insights and a detailed report addressing critical gaps in the initial analysis, guiding strategic decision-making.
Next-Gen Banking Platform RFP & Vendor Selection | Trade Bank of Iraq | 2022-2023
Orchestrated a high-stakes RFP process, navigating proposals from global tech giants (Finastra, Oracle, Temenos) to secure a next-generation banking platform precisely aligned with the Trade Bank of Iraq’s strategic vision for future growth and innovation.
Online & Mobile Banking Launch | Trade Bank of Iraq | 2020-2021
Spearheaded the successful launch of online and mobile banking platforms, driving a substantial surge in digital transactions and significantly expanding Trade Bank of Iraq’s digital footprint and customer reach.
Core Banking System Upgrade & Modernisation | Trade Bank of Iraq | 2017-2019
Led a transformative core banking system upgrade with Finastra Equation & TI Plus, delivering measurable enhancements in operational efficiency and elevating the customer experience.
Core Banking System Implementation | Trade Bank of Iraq | 2008-2010
Executed a full-scale implementation of Misys Equation & Trade Innovation core banking systems, establishing a robust, scalable operational framework crucial for the Trade Bank of Iraq’s strategic expansion.
Core Banking System Deployment | Punjab National Bank | 2005-2006
Directed the strategic rollout of Finacle across 50+ Punjab National Bank branches, standardising operations and maximising efficiency across a vast network.

Global Connectivity & Market Expansion

Business Analysis for Saudi Arabia Branch | Trade Bank of Iraq | 2021-2022 Engineered the comprehensive business and functional blueprint for Trade Bank of Iraq’s Saudi Arabia branch, ensuring seamless integration and operational excellence from the initial launch phase.
BUNA Payment System Integration | Trade Bank of Iraq | 2020-2021
Positioned Trade Bank of Iraq as a regional leader by successfully integrating the pan-Arab world BUNA payment system, enabling pioneering cross-border transactions and expanding regional connectivity.
National Switch Integration | Trade Bank of Iraq | 2020
Successfully integrated debit card systems and ATMs with the National Switch, significantly boosting transaction efficiency and enhancing security for cardholders.
Card Management System Integration | Trade Bank of Iraq | 2015-2016
Seamlessly integrated advanced card management systems, driving superior transaction accuracy and significantly elevating overall customer satisfaction.

Efficiency & Process Optimisation

Financial & Operational Streamlining

Restructuring of Finance Department | Shandz Group of Companies | 2025
Currently leading the comprehensive restructuring of the Finance Department to streamline processes, enhance efficiency, and dramatically reduce turnaround times through strategic automation initiatives.
Workflow Optimisation for Operational Efficiency | Sustaining Life | 2024-2025
Engineered strategic workflow optimisations for a healthcare startup, Sustaining Life, achieving significant improvements in resource utilisation and accelerating service delivery speed.
Reconciliation Process Automation | Region Trade Bank | 2024
Automated reconciliation processes, resulting in a dramatic reduction in processing time and a substantial enhancement of operational efficiency for a Regional Trade Bank.
Back Office for Foreign Exchange & Treasury | Trade Bank of Iraq | 2008
Architected the back office for Foreign Exchange and Treasury operations, establishing a robust foundation for efficient risk management and operational excellence.
Inter-Branch Reconciliation System Implementation | Trade Bank of Iraq | 2008 Implemented an inter-branch reconciliation system, significantly improving transaction accuracy and accelerating processing speed across the branch network.
Creation of Internal Control Department | Trade Bank of Iraq | 2008
Established the Internal Control Department, implementing a robust system for the reconciliation of nostro accounts and fundamentally strengthening internal control mechanisms within the bank. This initiative ensured heightened compliance and improved operational integrity.
ISO 9000 Certification | Punjab National Bank | 1999-2000
Secured ISO 9000 certification for the Zonal office and key branches, demonstrably reinforcing the bank’s commitment to quality management and operational excellence.
Decentralisation of Accounts Finalisation | Punjab National Bank | 1994-1996 Streamlined and decentralised accounts finalisation processes to the zonal level, significantly improving the speed and accuracy of financial reporting.

Strategic Growth & Market Expansion

Strategic Partnership Development | Sustaining Life | 2024-2025
Cultivated and secured strategic partnerships with key industry players, effectively expanding market reach and generating substantial new business opportunities. Successfully negotiated alliances that led to increased market penetration and sustained long-term growth.
Digital Marketing Leadership | Sustaining Life | 2021-Present
Since August 2021, Have led the digital marketing efforts for Sustaining Life, overseeing the creation and ongoing maintenance of its website. Developed a cohesive online presence that aligns with the organization’s mission, ensuring engaging content, intuitive navigation, and consistent updates. Through strategic digital campaigns and optimized web design, have strengthened the brand’s visibility, outreach, and engagement with its audience.
IT Services Subsidiary Launch | Trade Bank of Iraq | 2016-2019
Developed and executed a comprehensive strategic plan for the successful launch of the bank’s IT services subsidiary, diversifying revenue streams and enhancing service offerings.
International Trade Finance & Cross-Border Payments | Punjab National Bank | 1986-1993
Propelled the Aligarh main branch to become a foreign exchange powerhouse, capturing an impressive 80% of the city’s trade finance market through strategic initiatives and client relationship building.

Risk Management & Compliance

Driving Performance Through Measurable Metrics | Region Trade Bank | 2024 Developed Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and implemented targeted training programs to cultivate a culture of continuous improvement and enhance operational transparency across the organisation.
Internal Control Framework Development | Trade Bank of Iraq | 2007-2008 Designed and implemented a robust internal control framework, significantly strengthening risk management capabilities and ensuring unwavering regulatory compliance.