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Sachin Saraswat

Kalka

Summary

Driven by a results-focused approach, I leveraged my expertise in Software Asset Management and vendor negotiations at PricewaterhouseCoopers to optimize software license utilization, achieving significant cost savings.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

ASSITANT MANAGER

PricewaterhouseCoopers
03.2019 - Current

License Management and Optimization

  • Performed usage analysis and create an entitlements vs deployment view to identify cases of over-utilization and under-utilization for software publishers like Autodesk, Red Hat, Trimble, RSA Security, Sailpoint, Atlassian, Qualys, Ab Initio, Liferay, Netcracker,
  • Providing end-to-end software license management solutions to end customers from various industry sectors. Actively supported software license compliance throughout the entire asset lifecycle, ensuring adherence to vendor and internal policies
  • Implemented SAM strategies to effectively utilize software licenses, optimizing software entitlement tracking and vendor negotiations, resulting in effective cost savings and increased license utilization.
  • Reviewed software contracts and licensing terms with procurement and legal teams.
  • Managed cost-avoidance initiatives, mitigating financial risks and preventing audits for engagements.
  • Streamlined license procurement, reducing unnecessary acquisition through the demand forecasting.
  • Mitigated security risks by upgrading and remediating End of Life applications.
  • Researched on product leverages, alternatives and cost-effective solutions to save the licensing cost.

Intellectual Property Associate

Citius Minds Consulting LLP
10.2017 - 03.2019
  • Manage patent and trademark portfolios, including filing and prosecuting applications domestically and internationally.
  • Conduct prior art searches and analyze patentability to advise clients on potential risks and opportunities.
  • Collaborate with inventors and engineers to draft and refine patent applications, ensuring clarity and compliance with legal standards.
  • Assist in IP litigation matters, including conducting due diligence and preparing legal documents.


Education

Master of Technology - Electronics And Communication

DCRUST
Murthal, Haryana
06.2017

Bachelor of Technology - Electronics And Communication Engineering

Baddi University of Science And Technology
Baddi, Himachal Pradesh
07.2014

Skills

Software Asset Management (SAM)

Vendor & Contract Management

Audit Defense

Tool & Scripts Implementations

Certification

1) Certified Software Asset Manager (CSAM)

2) ISO 27701: Lead Implementer

3) ISO 27001: Lead Auditor

Timeline

ASSITANT MANAGER

PricewaterhouseCoopers
03.2019 - Current

Intellectual Property Associate

Citius Minds Consulting LLP
10.2017 - 03.2019

Master of Technology - Electronics And Communication

DCRUST

Bachelor of Technology - Electronics And Communication Engineering

Baddi University of Science And Technology
Sachin Saraswat