Remembrance of 2013 Arowana Consulting

2013 was an eventful year. A lot of unexpected events and initiatives began in this year. Five projects were launched. A film was produced and won the National award... A lot more events this added fun to the year. Watch this video to find out what Arowana did in the year 2013..... The team of the present year 2014.
 

Lessons in forgetting travel story

Around the globe in a years time Lessons in Forgetting made its journey. The earth is round and it would not stop traveling. LIF set sail and was released in theaters on 19th April 2013. An Independent Film produced and distributed by Arowana Studios, sister firm of Arowana Consulting. The content and style of the film reflected the film makers artistic vision. The marketing of LIF was characterized to be like any other independent film with a limited release, but at the same time was screened at local, national, or international film festivals.

LIF wins the National Award

Anita Nair's book Lesson in Forgetting was scripted to a movie which was produced by Prince Thampi and Directed by Unni Vijayan, which won the National Award. It was nominated and screened at various Clubs and film festivals. The story of the film is based on social issues such as female infanticide and rape. Many people who watched this movie at film festivals opened the floor for discussions on related issues.

The film in this one year's course has been nominated for various posts such as Best Director, Best story, Best music score, Best make up and many more. It has been screened at 29 various venues and at been nominated and has won various awards at these festivals. One of the best awards that LIF has won is a Piaggio Vespa at River to River. Florence Indian Film Festival, Italy.  This heart warming story has not only touched the hearts of other of film lovers and socialist but it has also touched the heart of several film makers as well. 

Lessons in Forgetting and its team have added several plumes to its hat and will add a few more in this present as the journey of this ,movie still continues. 

LIF being screened at Atta Gallata

 

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Arowanites in Yamaloka

A comedy play directed by Prasanna Guled. Casting members of Arowana. What happens when a Kannadiga meets Yama who is a Kannadiga as well...

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Job openings at Arowana

 The following are the opening positions:-

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Referral fee is 500 USD for a position .
 

Position :Oracle Apps Technical consultant
·         5 + Experience on PL/SQL, Reports, Interfaces, Conversions, Extensions, Forms, Workflow, etc…
·         Exposure to modules - Financial / Manufacturing / Distribution / CRM / HRMS
·         Technical design and development in Oracle package - EBS using Oracle tools including PL/SQL, Oracle 6i, Oracle Fusion Middleware, Oracle 9iAS etc., to build RICE - Reports, Interfaces, Conversions, Extensions, Workflow, Forms etc.
·         Ability to conceptualize technical design options, identify the best option and complete the technical design specifications for the specific RICE objects based on specialization
·         Familiarity with Oracle suggested standards and approach for delivering the EBS work product - RICE
·         Experience on EBS architecture in specific business area - financials, SCM etc., as well as technical architecture
·         Analysis and issue resolution capabilities.
·         Producing quality deliverables as per the software standards (CMMI Standards)
·         Ability to communicate clearly with onsite team to understand and capture the requirements accurately; support during the testing and acceptance process etc.,
·         Ability to lead discussions with onsite business and technical consultants to clarify the functional specifications, build technical design requirements and explain the options clearly
·         Should be able to lead a small team of BTAs to build and deliver RICE objects as per agreed design specifications and time schedule
·         Should possess excellent communication & interpersonal skills
·         Ability to build network and maintain good relationship with peers, team members and project leadership - Ability to relate and deploy innovations on projects, as best possible
·         Functional business process flow knowledge in select areas which he specializes
·         Industry knowledge will be an added advantage.
·         Exposure to onsite-offshore delivery model
·         Should be able to travel any where

Oracle HRMS  Techno  Functional Consultant / Hrms  Technical Consultant

·         Experience in Oracle Applications ERP HRMS
·         Strong conceptualization skills - with base appreciation of functional processes
·         Deep product knowledge accumulated with involvement in on-site implementation of Oracle Applications ERP
·         Diverse domain knowledge at an appropriate level and strong ability to gauge the dynamics within a short time to relate the solution offerings in a proper perspective and communicate the requirements effectively to functional team for effective solution configuration
·         Ability to assimilate new functional processes and product features and translate them into concrete solutions and cascade to the delivery team through training, etc.
·         Worked on Core HR, Oracle Talent Management, Compensation Work Bench, Self Service Human Resources and iRecruitment modules
·         Ability to relate client requirements to Oracle Applications ERP solution in interaction with client business and Deloitte functional team
·         Excellent presentation, documentation (deliverables), and communication skills
·         Sound functional and business process conceptual skills
·         Good verbal and written communication skills
·         Self-initiative and learning motive
·         Ability to absorb and assimilate diverse domain parameters and relate them to the solution on hand
·         Appreciation of IT knowledge and relate them to context in solution presentation instances
·         Perseverance and positive attitude to put in extended hours of work, when required
·         Ability to work to plan and meet timelines; should be responsive
·         Team worker
·         Should be able to travel any where

Oracle apps Project Manager
·         BS Degree in Computer Science or equivalent. Master’s degree  in computer science or business administration is preferred
·         BS/MS Business, Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification
·         7-10 years’ experience in project management. 3-5 years managing Oracle EBS implementation of upgrade Oracle applications R12 and functional skills/experience. Must have minimum one lifecycle roll out experience
·         Ability to manage technical and functional Oracle Applications staff
·         Expert proficiency in Microsoft Project and other project management tools
·         High level of business and financial acumen, with proven ability to manage scope and budget
·         Ability to meet tight implementation schedules.
·         Strong technical, analytical, troubleshooting and problem solving abilities
·         Effective organization and time management skills, with ability to work under pressure and adhere to deadlines
·         Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. Very comfortable in executive communication
·         Experience in Roll outs, Consolidations and Conversions
·         Proven skills in Integration, migration, Data consolidation and conversion.
·         Experience with Oracle ERP implementation Methodologies including Accelerate, and Resource Management practices and Change Management techniques
·         Extensive experience in supporting and implementing out of the box and custom solutions on Oracle Applications
·         Requires strong functional knowledge of Supply Chain and Asset Management
·         Collects information and completes Gap-Fit analysis to identify best solution(s)
·         Develops general implementation plan and schedule needed for business case. Develops project team concept and personnel requirements. Works with vendors, partners (both internal and external) to develop implementation and support budget
·         Works with stakeholders to build business case and presentation materials needed for project approval using existing templates
·         Completes detailed project blueprint, including interfaces and data migration plan
·         Project Manager for implementation
·         Project planning and controlling (scope, schedule, cost, risk & opportunity management)
·         On-going communications to team and project stakeholders
·         Develops key user training plan and documentation
·         Should  be able to travel any where .

Oracle HRMS Technical Consultant
·         Should put in a minimum of 5 years post qualification experience (SA level) and over 7 years (AM and Manager level) with experience in implementation of Oracle Applications ERP packages on site, as well as remote functional support. Candidates with line experience in functional jobs, such as production planning, materials management, logistics planning, finance and audit, etc.
·         Techno‐functional profile with domain experience and at least 5 years of experience in Oracle HRMS and Payroll Applications implementation and Support.
·         The person should also have expertise of PL/SQL, Fast Formula, AME and workflows. The role involves 65% of technical work and 35% of functional work.
·         The Technical Consultant to cover Forms, Workflow, Conversions, AME, Alerts, Discoverer etc.
·         Expertise in RICE Components developments
·         Need excellent expertise in PL/SQL
·         Should have worked on many of the following Interfaces, Conversions, APIs, Form customizations (Not Necessary), Form-reports, Oracle Workflow
·         Good at Java programming and exposure to AD Framework preferred.
·         Knowledge of using AIM Methodology development
·         Responsibilities
·         Designs, develops, tests, and implements configurable components for OAB/OSB, Payroll, Oracle Time and Labor, Self-Service as required
·         Designs, develops, tests, implements and supports system interfaces/ conversions as required. Should take ownership of code being developed by self and team
·         Assist users with Application issues including training. Should take lead in Open Enrollment & Year End and other critical activities.
·         Take initiative and works hard.
·         Business process analysis skills, Eye for accurate documentation and on the job learning skills
·         Should be able to travel any where.

OBIA consultant
·         Should have 5 + years of experience .
·         Detailed knowledge, understanding and experience of OBIEE 11g and OBIA with ability to develop customized OBIEE solutions, and extend BI Apps solutions
·          Experience of Presentation catalogue Administration & Configuration and development dashboards and answers report
·          Experience of RPD Administration & development using the OBIEE Administration tool set
·          Experience of Informatica ETL Administration & Development
·          Experience of Data Warehouse Console (DAC) Administration & Configuration
·          Experience of designing and implementing BI Security
·          Good Dimensional Modeling skills
·          Experience of implementing OBIEE/OBIA for the Oracle eBusiness Suite.
·         Should be able to travel anywhere .

Arowana Consulting- Focusing on Futuristic technologies

Arowana was established with the motto of empowering technology to enable businesses thriving in future. Arowana is purely focused on providing holistic solutions for IT services across Banking, Healthcare, Aviation, Financials, Public sector and Telecom industries. It provides highly professional, bespoke and technologically advanced solutions including ERP projects. Application development, application support, managed services, banking business solutions, infrastructure designing, security services and consulting projects

Arowana Consulting was established back in 2006 as an emerging IT services and products provider. Technology has advanced a lot and is still speedily advancing towards future trends. In order to survive the futuristic and technological world, companies would need to fully optimize themselves according to the latest trends. Arowana believes that the sooner, the better. Those companies, who have adopted latest technological techniques already, are on the road to success. Cloud computing, mobility, big data analytics, social media and virtualization are the technology of future. Arowana specializes in all of the current and future technologies that would bring big change.

With highly creative and innovative managers and directors, Arowana sees itself a vibrant company that can help businesses to dramatically increase their revenue, customer base and retention. No matter in which niche your business deals in, Arowana can engineer new bespoke products and solutions for you. Businesses who are already dealing with Arowana are getting niche services with easy adoption of new technologies, standardizing business processes, increasing agility and costs reduction. Below are some notable services from Arowana Consulting.

Mobility Services
Arowana Consulting holds the pleasure of developing one of the top notch mobile applications. It has dedicated Application department which has highly experienced and talented app developers specializing in iPhone, Android, Blackberry and Windows Mobile. All of the apps developed by Arowana Consulting are cross platform supported with full in future back up.

Big Data Analytics
All of the bulk data piling up at the backend of businesses are like unexplored gold mines. Arowana always see potential in things, it can help businesses with great business opportunities through analyzing bulk data as well as making it informational and lead generator.

Business Intelligence
Previously, business intelligence was a concept out of this world, but business intelligence is growing up real fast. According to Oracle, 90 percent of world’s data has been created in the last two years; still most of it is unstructured. It is predicted that this data is set to grow 50 fold by 2020. Keeping in view this fact, businesses would need to run themselves intelligently. Arowana specializes in Oracle’s business intelligence tools and help businesses to grow more intelligent.

Cloud Computing
Cloud computing was a fantasy just a couple of years ago, however, it has become one of the most important thing for businesses. Arowana provides highly reliable, failsafe and secure cloud computing services that follows the highest standards set.

Enterprise Performance Management
Following Oracle’s solutions, Arowana has specialized itself in management of enterprise performance. Arowana’s Hyperion Practice helps organizations to achieve heights of excellence through perfect standardization of optimized management processes, while also contributing to existing investments in ERP and other enterprise applications.

Arowana consulting ARS

ARS(Automated reconciliation system)

Industries like Telecom and other similar industries with large client bases, offer their client multiple payment options through various channels. These payments flow into the accounts held in various banks. Multiple payment options is a convenience demanded by the customers and more flexible the payment options are, the prospects of retaining the customer and realizing the funds becomes easier, smoothening the overall business cycle.

However difficulties crops up in reconciliation. The transaction systems have to be reconciled with the bank statements. In turn the Bank statements need to be reconciled with the General Ledger.

 

Feature of ARS

• Flexible, scalable that can be tailor made across verticals. Very useful in Telecom/ Insurance/ Banks & Businesses with large client bases.
• Can handle data from disparate systems and bank statements in multiple formats. Data can be brought in from Payment Gateways/ Collection accounts/ Pooled accounts/ Current accounts, deposit accounts and from ERP systems.
• Ability to reconcile reconciliation in a multi-pronged manner – Between two systems or multiple systems.
• Auto match/ Manual/ Force Matching
• Matching of Single Entry/ Multiple Entries.
• Speedy implementation.
• Flexible enough to handle multiple transactions and users at any single point of time.
• Interface with existing and future versions of required modules of Oracle ERP.
• MIS reports as required, for analysis and planning. 

Benefits Of ARS

• Speedy Implementation.
• Scalable and can be customized to suit the business model of any organization.
• Exhaustive MIS facilities.
• Will lead to better utilization of funds and customer service

ARS Technology Stack

• A web based solution to enable automation of bank reconciliation business functions.
• This application will be accessible to the users from within or outside the company over LAN/WAN.
• Proposed solution will adhere to the defined security policies as per Industry practices.
• The proposed system will be a Dot Net based three tiered web architecture. The application will be scalable to handle volume of data. The system can support Windows or Forms based authentication. The system will support Auditing of transactions, logging and Encryption.

Arowana Consulting isecurity

isecurity
Security continues to be a critical area for organizations and the importance attached to security will continue to increase due to increased awareness of the threat perception and the impact of any such incident on business and reputation.
iSecurity is a solution developed by Arowana for a major Middle East Airline’s Corporate security Department.
Problem
The Airline’s Corporate Security was managing and maintaining every employee’s access request to various classified zones, issuance on ID card, CAR Stickers, Airport pass and even Apartment keys in Excel sheets. They wanted to automate this process and create a fool proof and failsafe method to automate the procedure in order to manage their security access with HR system integration. This was required to satisfy key audit concerns and to manage access controls which are related to roles, responsibilities and grades.
Arowana was called in to study and develop a web based automated system which will meet the needs of the Airline. iSecurity was expected to deliver superior control and compliance with security regulations to maintain and organize security related access and protocols of all employees in an efficient way.
The key business needs can be categorized as

•     Building key maintenance module that integrates with facility management system for master information.

•     Facilitate corporate employees/ contractors to submit Car parking sticker requests; through Oracle EBS suite self service.

•     Automate ID card request generation for new employees once recruitment process completed.

•     Facilitate corporate employee to submit ID card request on behalf of new contractors; through Oracle EBIS suite self service.

•     Facilitate corporate employees/ contractors to submit Airport pass request sticker requests; through Oracle EBIS suite self service.

Benefits Of isecurity

• A web based paperless system which will minimize manual process
• Compliant with security and audit requirements
• Up to date real time online reports for management to review
• Better control on access provided to users
• Sending alerts to employee as well as the security department administrator on expiry of ID cards/passes/car park stickers, notification to the employees/occupant to vacate the company provided premises within the stipulated time based on event such as end of service/termination.
• Helps audit and maintain staff access to multiple Internal/External facilities
• Facility Key Inventory management
• Role based application access eligibility and Restrictions

isecurity Technology

The Development is done in OAF (Oracle Application Framework) platform. The OAF stack comprises of underlying technologies like UIX and BC4J that respectively form the core of the view and model layers.