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Argen Mici

Product Owner, Agile Practicioner, Coach
Toronto,ON

Summary

Results-driven technology leader with a passion for innovation. Specializing in project planning, implementation, and process optimization. As Product Owner of the Collection Platforms, I drive system stability, support business growth, and oversee seamless technology integration

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Product Manager, Collection Systems

Scotiabank
11.2019 - Current

Lead a team of product owners supporting system and process enhancements while overseeing transformative initiatives with budgets over $1MM.

Key Accomplishments

  • Led the upgrade of the Core Collection Product (Collection360) for Canadian Banking, achieving hardware and software currency, PCI compliance, and integration with Digital Channels.
  • Supported the implementation & integration of FICO's Customer Communication Services (CCS) achieving 60% to 75% reduction in collection costs
  • Led the implementation of Treatment Engine (Strata Enterprise), optimizing omni-channel engagement and maximizing cost efficiency in collection effort with benefits of 21MM annually
  • Deployed 7 Robotics Process Automation (RPA) solutions in Canadian Operations.
  • Leading the strategic migration initiative of iWay, a critical file transmission platform for the Banks core platforms, to the cloud (CTH Azure) to maintain software currency.
  • Currently supporting the implementation of Digital Initiatives which include a Self-Serve Portal, Digital Assistance Tools and Real-time results integration

Manager, System Implementation

Scotiabank
10.2017 - 11.2019

Championed business objectives through collaboration with Technology and Operations counterparts driving cost-saving opportunities and streamlining processes.

Key Accomplishments

  • Implemented the automation of the Right of Offset process with real-time customer notifications, achieving ROI on launch day (>$1MM), with over $500MM collected to date.
  • Led the implementation of the first Robotics PEGA Automation (RPA) initiative | 12.7 FTE savings / >10,000 cases automated daily / lower agent handling time
  • Implemented STRATA, a real-time decision engine, enabling agents to offer over 2300 monthly relief assistance tools.

Senior Business Systems Analyst

Scotiabank
01.2017 - 10.2017

Served as the front-line contact for Canadian Operations Incident Management & Support, partnering with various business units to pinpoint operational bottlenecks and drive enhancements in the system's technical functionality and user experience.

Key Accomplishments

  • Established an Incident Management process and Excel tracker, resulting in a 30% reduction in P3 and P4 incident resolution
  • Designed and implemented an automated rule to intelligently route accounts to specialized work queues, enhancing operational efficiency and streamlining management processes
  • Spearheaded an initiative to enhance customer call prioritization by developing a new sorting algorithm. This algorithm optimizes the collection process, improves risk sorting accuracy, and enhances operational efficiency
  • Created a SharePoint portal serving as a centralized knowledge hub.

Support Officer - Loss Mitigation Team

Scotiabank
04.2015 - 12.2016

Supported a team of 16 agents, fostering innovation and technology-driven approaches to enhance their performance.

Key Accomplishments

  • Pioneered the formation of the ‘High Value at Risk’ team, handling sensitive and specialized cases
  • Supported training and FAQ training resources for agents, significantly simplifying their tasks.
  • Served as liaison for CBS (Center for Business Solutions) supporting the building of 'Call Flow' model, which resulted in a remarkable 50% improvement in call times.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Business

York University
Toronto, ON
05.2001 -

Awards

  • 2019 - Best of the Best Award
  • 2016 - Best of the Best Award
  • 2015 - Best of the Best Award

Timeline

Senior Product Manager, Collection Systems

Scotiabank
11.2019 - Current

Manager, System Implementation

Scotiabank
10.2017 - 11.2019

Senior Business Systems Analyst

Scotiabank
01.2017 - 10.2017

Support Officer - Loss Mitigation Team

Scotiabank
04.2015 - 12.2016

Bachelor of Arts - Business

York University
05.2001 -
Argen MiciProduct Owner, Agile Practicioner, Coach