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In today’s fastpaced world, the ability to innovate and adapt is crucial. I am passionate about creating solutions that not only meet business objectives but also empower teams to harness their full potential. By leveraging technology thoughtfully, we can drive transformation, enhance collaboration, and ultimately deliver meaningful results that impact lives. — Praveen Sivathapandi
Praveen Sivathapandi is an accomplished technology leader with over 16 years of experience in AI, machine learning, cloud computing, and business architecture. With a proven track record across diverse industries — including healthcare and banking — he excels at developing scalable and secure architectures that meet complex business objectives while fostering collaboration and innovation within teams.
Elevating industries through solution architecture
Praveen’s extensive experience in solution architecture has allowed him to deliver impactful technological transformations across multiple sectors. At Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC), he serves as a Senior Solution Architect, leading significant initiatives like the New Mexico Medicaid Management Information System Replacement (MMISR). This transformative project exemplifies his ability to shift organizations from siloed systems to integrated frameworks, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations. Praveen’s expertise in cloud technologies such as Azure and MuleSoft is pivotal in architecting solutions that enhance operational efficiency while mitigating risks.
In addition, Praveen’s work on the Interoperability project at HCSC highlights his commitment to facilitating secure electronic health information exchanges, which is crucial for improving patient care. His capacity to translate intricate business needs into actionable technical specifications has been vital in adhering to CMS guidelines.
Driving change in banking at Citi Group
Before his impactful role at HCSC, Praveen made significant contributions as an Architecture Senior Lead Analyst at Citi Group Inc. Here, he advanced the bank’s Business Architecture initiative, mapping current systems to target state process models. His strategic implementation of enterprise taxonomies fostered effective communication among stakeholders and reinforced compliance with regulatory requirements. Praveen’s ability to bridge the gap between technology and business needs has driven key improvements in the bank’s risk and controls environment.
Modernizing claims processing at HMS
Earlier in his career at Health Management Systems (HMS), Praveen tackled the challenge of modernizing legacy claims processing systems as a Solution Architect. By introducing a Business Rule Management System (BRMS), he significantly reduced claims processing times from days to hours. This modernization not only enhanced operational efficiency but also generated substantial additional revenue for HMS, showcasing his ability to drive results through innovative solutions.
Praveen Sivathapandi’s robust background in solution architecture across healthcare, banking, and other industries highlights his versatility and leadership in technology solutions. His commitment to innovation and mentorship continues to shape the future of these critical sectors, establishing him as a key player in technological advancement. With each project, Praveen reinforces his dedication to delivering impactful solutions that empower organizations to thrive in an everevolving landscape.
“Every project is an opportunity to innovate and make a difference. I believe that by embracing technology and fostering collaboration, we can empower organizations to navigate change and achieve sustainable success in an everevolving landscape,” said Sivathapandi.