Olalekan Idowu
Summary
Highly accomplished Business Architect with expertise in business transformation, enterprise architecture, and digital identity management. Skilled in developing and implementing innovative business models, modernizing processes, and ensuring fiscal responsibility in complex, multi-stakeholder environments. Certified in CBAP, Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt, CSM, and experienced with frameworks like TOGAF and Zachman.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Business Architect
William Osler Health System
8 2022 - Current
- Facilitated the re-design of public safety business models to align with Ontario Health’s goals of digital transformation and patient-centered care, identifying areas for improvement in public safety incident management and access control
- Collaborated with emergency response teams, security personnel, and hospital departments to document detailed requirements for integrating public safety systems
- Evaluated existing processes and proposed modernization strategies, optimizing emergency communication tools and risk mitigation efforts
- Supported the transformation of identity and access management within the public safety ecosystem, enabling secure access to emergency tools
- Led collaboration across departments to enhance system integration, fostering communication between IT, public safety, and administrative teams
- Conducted readiness assessments, developed change strategies, and executed comprehensive training plans to ensure smooth adoption of new public safety procedures
- Developed operational models and value stream maps to support safety enhancements, reducing response times and optimizing resources
- Analyzed data trends in public safety incidents, providing insights for decision-making and designing risk mitigation strategies
- Ensured alignment of safety systems with regulatory requirements and industry best practices, enhancing security compliance across the board
- Assisted in leveraging cloud-based solutions for public safety systems, improving scalability and resilience.
- Facilitated requirement gathering workshops, resulting in clear project objectives and deliverables.
- Conducted thorough risk assessments to identify potential vulnerabilities in the organization''s architectural framework, implementing strategies to mitigate identified areas of concern.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design and implement innovative solutions addressing complex business challenges.
Business Analyst/Business Architect
Honeywell Industries
08.2020 - 07.2022
- Led transformation needs assessments for Honeywell’s P3 projects, identifying business drivers for change and analyzing 'as-is' and 'to-be' states for critical processes
- Played a key role in Honeywell’s migration to modern identity management systems, ensuring secure access to enterprise applications
- Conducted digital value stream analyses, documenting workflows and optimizing user access across different business units
- Developed business process maps, capability models, and use cases to support ERP system integration and organizational change
- Applied Lean Six Sigma techniques to lead process reengineering efforts, enhancing productivity and reducing operational bottlenecks
- Facilitated workshops with cross-functional teams to reach consensus on business process changes, ensuring alignment across departments
- Created and maintained comprehensive documentation for business processes and technical workflows, ensuring clarity in project deliverables
- Championed customer-centered digital transformation, working closely with IT to design seamless user experiences
- Optimized identity and access management capabilities, improving security standards and compliance with relevant regulations
- Led the development of business cases and financial models to support transformation initiatives, ensuring fiscal responsibility.
- Developed high-quality documentation to support training efforts, helping employees fully understand new systems and procedures.
Senior Business Analyst
Pension Alliance Limited
10.2018 - 03.2020
- Managed the migration and change management of Microsoft D365 for F&O and CRM, aligning operational processes with strategic goals
- Developed and implemented operating models, including capability maps and value streams, to guide transformation initiatives in financial and operational departments
- Implemented robust identity management solutions to streamline access to financial systems, ensuring secure transactions
- Engaged with stakeholders across finance, operations, and IT to gather requirements and ensure successful system migration
- Spearheaded digital transformation efforts in the financial sector, optimizing workflows and improving system resilience
- Documented 'as-is' and 'to-be' business processes, providing strategic insights for continuous improvement initiatives
- Supported cloud-based ERP deployments, utilizing Azure DevOps for change management and process automation
- Ensured the new ERP system met compliance standards, reducing risk and enhancing security across financial modules
- Improved data flow processes between finance and CRM systems, enabling faster and more accurate reporting
- Led UAT, regression, and system integration testing to ensure system integrity and alignment with business goals.
Business System Analyst
Fidelity Pension Managers Ltd.
12.2015 - 09.2018
- Developed business process management roadmaps and operational models to support ERP implementation, enhancing efficiency through workflow automation
- Facilitated workshops and validation sessions with cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment between business requirements and technical solutions
- Played a key role in the modernization of identity and access management capabilities, implementing secure digital identity frameworks
- Led change management initiatives to ensure smooth transitions during ERP and system upgrades
- Conducted comprehensive requirement-gathering sessions with stakeholders to define project scopes and objectives
- Identified and mitigated risks associated with business processes and system integrations, ensuring project stability
- Analyzed business data to inform decision-making and improve system performance
- Created detailed documentation for system designs, process changes, and project deliverables
- Maintained clear communication channels with stakeholders to manage expectations and provide regular updates
- Designed and implemented solutions to address business needs and optimize operational efficiency.
Project Manager
Veritas Glanvills Pensions
02.2009 - 12.2015
- Supported overall communication and coordination between all parties involved, utilizing project management skills and CRM techniques
- Built and maintained strong client relationships, resulting in successful project outcomes and revenue retention
- Partnered with Sales to develop tailored presentations addressing client needs and demonstrating product value
- Provided consulting services and advised clients on best practices to enhance internal processes and maximize product benefits
- Developed standard operating procedures (SOPs) to guide clients in utilizing products efficiently and effectively
- Managed project resources, including data analysis and networking, to meet project deadlines and objectives
- Conducted risk assessments to identify potential project challenges and developed mitigation strategies
- Implemented process improvements based on project feedback and performance metrics to drive operational excellence
- Facilitated change management processes to ensure smooth adoption of new solutions and practices
- Engaged with stakeholders to align project goals with business objectives and address any issues or concerns promptly.
Education
MBA - Master of Business Administration
MA Ed - Bachelor of Arts and Education
Diploma - Change Management
Skills
Business process management (BPM)
Business architecture frameworks (TOGAF, Zachman)
Identity and access management solutions
Agile transformation and Scrum methodologies
Vendor selection and management
IT infrastructure and cloud solutions (Microsoft Azure DevOps)
Stakeholder management and consensus building
Software development life cycle
Business process modeling
Requirements Analysis
Solution Design
Professionaldevelopmentcourses
- Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP)
- Certified Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt
- Certified Scrum Master (CSM)
- Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification (In progress)
Timeline
Business Analyst/Business Architect
Honeywell Industries
08.2020 - 07.2022
Senior Business Analyst
Pension Alliance Limited
10.2018 - 03.2020
Business System Analyst
Fidelity Pension Managers Ltd.
12.2015 - 09.2018
Project Manager
Veritas Glanvills Pensions
02.2009 - 12.2015
Senior Business Architect
William Osler Health System
8 2022 - Current