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Tariq Burki

Management Consultant

Tariq Burki
Bonn, Germany

Experience

Jan 2020 - Dec 2023
4 years

Management Consultant

  • Functioned as a Fractional CIO for the GCC's largest gaming distributor, leading a complete IT transformation infrastructure upgrade and outsourcing of IT services and ERP applications
  • Oversaw the development and rollout of two CEO-sponsored business systems with a $40 million budget, including the implementation of a comprehensive Hydrocarbon Accounting System (Tieto) and a Supply Chain Management System integrating seven multi-vendor applications across Qatargas, Rasgas, and Qatar Petroleum
  • Led Schlumberger's global outsourcing, securing a $350 million deal over five years with a 15% cost reduction, managing a global team of over 30 and implementing operational models and frameworks for chargeback, procurement, and IT management
  • Navigated technically intricate and organizationally demanding projects for prestigious companies worldwide across more than 30 countries, leading diverse teams and driving strategic innovation
Jan 2010 - Dec 2020
11 years
Germany

Fractional CIO

CXO Partners

  • Spearheaded engagement and strategy sessions for IBM consulting and customer CIO teams, devising board-level and operational plans for SAP rollout and support
  • Delivered comprehensive transformational program plans including project plans by function, resource estimates, and technical designs with system capacity requirements through intensive fact-finding and gap analysis sessions
Jan 2008 - Dec 2010
3 years
Qatar

Head SCMS & HAS

Qatargas

  • Delivered IT services at RSIFF in Saudi Arabia
  • Conducted enterprise architecture strategy review for Al Rostamani Group in Dubai
  • Formulated AI strategy for Synergy Energy Resources in Aberdeen
Jan 2000 - Dec 2002
3 years
United Kingdom

Program Manager

Schlumberger

  • Managed over fifteen outsourcing bids in a self-managed matrix organization, involving leadership, negotiations, customer briefings, business development, contract writing, project management, financial analysis, team management, communication, and relationship-building skills at senior executive levels
Jan 1990 - Dec 2000
11 years
United States

Program Manager

IBM

  • Served as IBM's primary interface to customer CIOs and executive management, showcasing IBM's capabilities in transition/project management, CRM, helpdesk, Internet, procurement, maintenance, asset management, disaster recovery, and security
  • Responded to commercial RFPs for enterprise-wide outsourcing proposals for Fortune 500 companies, with contracts ranging from $200 million to $1 billion

Summary

Tariq is an accomplished IT consultant with over three decades of experience navigating technically intricate and organizationally demanding projects for prestigious companies worldwide. With a track record spanning more than 30 countries, Tariq has adeptly led diverse teams to success on a global scale. His strategic acumen and risk-aware approach drive innovation, fostering improved empowerment among team members.

Throughout his career, Tariq has played pivotal roles in leading IT transformation across multiple industries. Notable highlights include his leadership in the global IT transformation programs at Qatargas, Schlumberger, IBM etc.

Skills

  • Risk Assessment
  • Business Optimization And Transformation
  • It Health Check
  • M&a Both Pre And Post Merger
  • Governance
  • Outsourcing And Vendor Management
  • It Security
  • Business Case And Budgeting
  • Pmo And Project Rescue
  • Business Continuity And Disaster Recovery
  • Audit Management
  • Enterprise Architecture
  • Policy And Procedures
  • Document And Knowledge Management

Languages

English
Native
German
Elementary

Education

Oct 1990 - Jun 2004

North Carolina State University

MSc in Information Systems Management · Information Systems Management · Raleigh, United States

Oct 1985 - Jun 1989

North Carolina State University

BSc in Electrical Engineering · Electrical Engineering · Raleigh, United States

Certifications & licenses

COBIT Certified

Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)

Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)

Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC)

Certified in the Governance of Enterprise IT (CGEIT)

IBM - USA

PMI Certified Project Manager (PMP)

TOGAF® Certified

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