Technical Application

Accomplished in the strategic and technical application of database and software development technologies to the solution of diverse business and system requirements. Experienced working with these on the mainframe, mini, and personal computer platforms, in the capacity of installer, developer, designer, project manager, auditor, database administrator, and subject matter expert.

Diverse Clients

Assisted numerous clients across a broad spectrum of business environments. Assistance has included taking a leadership role for the clients in the areas of product selection, administration, installation, customization, project auditing, systems development, tuning and performance evaluation, project ‘damage control’, and function point analysis. Experienced in the handling of JAD~type sessions for solving several different kinds of business problems. Authored several manuals in the installation and implementation of database systems. Authority in the area of DBMS design, utilization, and information structures.  

Completed Implementations

Proficient in the management of technical staff, including areas such as recruiting, performance evaluations, and staff development. Successfully implemented ambitious information systems for several government and private institutions. These systems were completed on~time and within budget. Throughout the systems development life cycle, process improvement was effected through quality metrics, analysis, and feedback.

Subject Matter Expert

Retained as an expert witness/subject matter expert in several information technology related, multimillion dollar litigation. Provide expert opinion on project management, industry best practices, project estimation, software measurement, damage calculations, technical architecture, procurement practices, application development issues, RFP preparation, IT's economic impact, computer human interaction, and the influence of computers on society.  Listed, National Directory of Expert Witnesses (Claim Providers of America).

Classes

Given numerous Model 204 classes in topics such as User Language, file management, system management, database design, JCL, and application design.

Proficiency

Succesful Implementation with Numerous Clients