SUMMARY

• 6 years of experience leading software implementations as a successful Lawson functional consultant/Implementation Consultant.
• Experience includes Implementation, Upgrades, Project Management, Business Process Design, and Training. Implemented Lawson's HR, Payroll, Benefits, Personnel, Absence Management, Pay to Bill, Employee Self Service and Manager Self Service modules as well as BSI.
• Experience leading software implementations as a successful Lawson Consultant/Business Analyst.
• Experience includes Implementation, Upgrades, Project Management, Needs Analysis, Business Process Design, and Training and implementation of Lawson's HR, Payroll, Benefits, Personnel, Absence Management, Pay to Bill, Employee Self Service and Manager Self Service modules
• Experience in the Implementation of Lawson HCM Time and attendance solution, co - ordination, design and testing, User Acceptance Testing and Post Go-Live support
• Experience in providing ongoing trouble-shooting for Lawson Human Resources, Payroll, Benefits, Lawson Portal, and Lawson Business Intelligence (LBI).
• Extensive training in Infor Business Intelligence (IBI), Infor Process Designer (IPD) and Crystal Reports Designer 2011 for Lawson data.
• Establishes, maintains and/or participates in the development of Lawson System values, user codes, system structure and parameters, system security and hierarchy, report writer characteristics, etc.
• Hands-on working knowledge in building Lawson tables into a new data warehouse to be able to build new reports using Tableau Reporting Software.
• Experience in implementation of Infor Lawson vr.11 with S3, Payroll, Global Human Resources (GHR), Talent Management, APS System, and current client's payroll/HR processes.
• Experienced with Lawson System Foundation (LSF), Landmark (LMK), Smart Office (ISO), Design Studio, Infor Lawson Add - ins, and Process flow (IPA / PFA) installations, patching, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
• Extensive experience implementing ERP and Talent Management solutions for health care, financial, manage large implementation teams and all aspects of the implementation life cycle including pre-implementation planning, system design and configuration, end user and integration as well as go live support.
• Experience in setting up new user access for the Lawson Accounts Payable System and New Facility Implementations, trouble-shooting existing user access issues, and trouble-shooting invoicing issues within the Lawson Accounts Payable Suite.
• Developed business processes and user documentation and scripts for clients, who also purchased and used the Infor- Lawson 9.0.1.7 and 10.0 Portal and Lawson Smart Office (LSO).
• Extensive experience in working with users and stakeholders to elicit, analyze, communicate and validate requirements using Joint Application Development (JAD) and Brainstorming sessions and identifying Functional, Non-Functional and Business Rules.
• Extensive experience in analyzing the business function and defining the requirements for customization and development of new inbound/outbound interfaces to/from different versions.
• Experienced in preparing Business Cases, Business Requirements Documents (BRD), Use Cases, Functional and Technical Specification Documents, Requirement Traceability matrices (RTM), Test plans, Test scripts, Troubleshooting Upgrades Issue and Software Development Plans.
• Extensive experience with writing ETL (Extraction, Transformation and Load) Processes to capture, transform and Load/flow company and enterprise data from various applications to Data Warehousing.
• Excellent technical skills across multiple technologies including SQL, PL/SQL, SQL Loader, SQL Reports, Teradata SQL, UNIX Shell Scripting and DataStage
• Experience in UML, modeling use cases, testing techniques and well versed in SQL, MS Access, MS Excel, SAS and other reporting tools such as Business Objects & Crystal Reports.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Sr. Lawson Consultant

Confidential

Responsibilities:

• Performed analysis and developed Lawson ERP system solutions - gather user requirements, assess business processes.
• Implemented Lawson Talent Management on Infor cloud suite V11 (talent acquisition, compensations, benefit administration, employee relations, health and safety management).
• Worked for developing integrated test scenarios and scripts for Lawson S3, Mobile Supply Chain, and Contract Management.
• Lead and manage the Lawson LBI Crystal Report dashboard and responsible for LBI security, LBI Administration and applying patches.
• Worked on Infor Talent Management (LTM) applications to include the following functional components: Global Human Resources (GHR), Work Force Management, On boarding, Talent Acquisition and Interfaces to Infor S3.
• Created security profiles for new users, also assigned Lawson Security Roles and groups to users and new security rules for some Security Roles, configured and maintained Lawson S3 (Version 10) and M3 environment (13.2) in premises and Amazon web services.
• Prepared and maintained documentation pertaining to systems operations for the Lawson applications in HR/Payroll and performs systems development and maintenance of the Lawson System.
• Worked closely with HR, Finance, Payroll, Purchasing, and Material's Management in providing support on all modules of Lawson LBI Dashboards and created Interfaces (Employee Demographics, Census, Accruals, Labor levels and Time Detail) using Kronos connect interfacing with Lawson HR/Payroll and epic clinical systems and Configuration, maintenance and troubleshooting pay rule functionality.
• Maintained a global employee record, with optional employment contract management and flexible employment status definitions, such as contractor, volunteer, etc. in Lawson GHR.
• Worked on S3/LTM data comparing project to monitor and verify Lawson data quality and integrity between Landmark and Lawson.
• Assisted with annual performance review processes; coordinates and processes merit increase, and incentive pay.
• Planned and performed the Upgrade strategy from v9 to v10 Lawson applications and worked S3/LTM data comparing project to monitor and verify Lawson data quality and integrity between Landmark and Lawson.
• Assisted with the configuration, testing and implementation of the INFOR Landmark & Lawson System Foundation for the Go-Live.
• Involved in data entry of status changes, mass compensation increases, Merit increases, garnishments and other HRIS related data.
• Enhanced functionality across Lawson applications(S3), including Enterprise Supply Chain Management and Human Capital Management.
• Implemented Infor Lawson v11 with S3, Payroll, Global Human Resources (GHR) Interfaces, APS System, and current client's payroll/HR processes.
• Provided training to the Functional user for Lawson S3 supporting recruitment, benefits, compensation and other areas as needed.
• Interfaced S3 to Talent Management (TM) using Cross Referencing / Data Mapping employees, Jobs, Positions and Supervisors as well as investigating errors in Work Units and/or Triggers.
• Created and developed functional design documents for both training managers and online self-service module for employees (Lawson ESS and MSS).
• Redesigned allocation definitions in Lawson ERP saving accounting many hours each month-end close cycle and performed workday database migration to Lawson payroll and recruiting.
• Created end-user training documentation for Lawson Software's Cash Ledger, Accounts Payable, Allocations and Maddens.
• Created interfaces using Lawson Process Automation (LPA's).
• Invented reporting tool allowing users to create report specifications using Lawson ERP's user interface that returned real time data from dashboard reports by using an SQL inline view & Crystal Report template.
• Worked on GL Reorganization build, updates to Lawson Security, Process Flow, LBP and LBI.
• Developed Test Plans and Test Scripts from Functional and Design Specifications for Lawson HR, Compensation, recruiting and Payroll.
• Worked with business users to capture the business requirements by conducting interviews and hosting JAD Sessions (with all other stake holders) as required.
• Created Business Requirement Documents (BRDs), Functional Requirement Document (FRD) or TRD.

Lawson Consultant

Confidential

Responsibilities:

• Developed project plan and led the project team implementing Infor Process Automation (IPA) and Infor Security.
• Worked on Maintenance and updating of policies and procedures for Time and Attendance processes and implemented in Lawson HCM V11.
• Design and Implement Lawson HR and UltiPro system security structure to ensure data confidentiality, privacy and EDI compliance with HIPAA.
• Responsible for reviewing all the Payroll and HR processes, creating documentation for all processes step by step, setup training classes and teach the client how to use the system Infor Lawson S3 v10 Payroll and Human Resources (GHR).
• Design build and test for Global HR, online benefit enrollment, testing and providing end user training for staff. Coordinating with OnBase team on the data.
• Provided production support to business HR users, tracked issues, documented enhancement requests and designed solutions. Utilized Lawson Business Intelligence (LBI) for publishing and maintaining custom report package.
• Used Excel Export to export data from Dynamic Reports to an Excel template for further manipulating data into LSO (Lawson Smart Office).
• Developed, implemented and maintained LBI, Crystal Reports, Lawson Add-ins templates, MS Access ODBC databases, reports, uploads, and Process-Flows for Finance, PR & HR users.
• Designed functional and technical specifications to develop Lawson HR, BN, AP and GL system interfaces which satisfy IT project requirements stemming from corporate mergers/ acquisitions.
• Maintained a global employee record, with optional employment contract management and flexible employment status definitions, such as contractor, volunteer, etc. in Lawson GHR V11.
• Analyzed, manipulated and updated the Database using SQL. Involved in Backend Testing to verify data integrity by using SQL.
• Prepared UAT Materials UAT Test Cases to include various steps involved for UAT and to have proper coverage of requirements.
• Performed GAP Analysis for the modules in production, conduct feasibility study and performed impact analysis for proposed enhancements.
• Automated recurring multi step jobs and wrote shell scripts to do PGP, FTP to vendors and created forms to call scripts from Lawson Job Scheduler.
• Modified screen images using Lawson Design Studio and HTML. Identified and analyzed business needs, touch points and requirements across HCM, Payroll for United States.
• Assisted with kickoffs, requirement gathering and knowledge transfer sessions that provide clarity and direction aligned with Infor Lawson deployment methodology, always considering current needs and rolling adoption.
• Test and deploy Infor Lawson system; including executing the pilot/implementation/deployment of new requirements or enhancements to the Infor Lawson application and integration support.
• Set up and use project management processes/systems across work streams including planning of life cycle of the project, identifying key project activities and milestones, etc.
• Engaged with customer project managers, defining customer strategies and requirements, guide customers through the implementation process, configure the application according to customer requirements, develop data conversion plans.
• Worked with customer to identify/resolve all issues that could impact project scope and/or timeframe.

Lawson Business Analyst

Confidential

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for oversight of peripheral Supply Chain interfaces into PICIS Surgical System and Owens and Minor Sight application. Work with vendor contacts and IT interface personnel to address and troubleshoot issues.
• Advised clients on implementations of LBI (Lawson Business Intelligence), including Framework Services, Dashboards, Smart Notifications and Reporting Services.
• Performed some analysis on absence management and interfacing the data into Lawson. Owned the entire migration of crystal reports to Lawson Business Intelligence (LBI). Generated custom reports for management and end users, including ad-hoc reporting and SQL queries. Created and maintained business reports and processes utilizing ASP, PHP, VBScript and SQL.
• Conducted design sessions and develop IPA Supply Chain Process Flows IAW business owner requirements.
• Extensive training in Infor Business Intelligence (IBI), Infor Process Designer (IPD), Infor Process Automation (IPA), and Crystal Reports Designer for Lawson data.
• Completed post-implementation audits of Lawson financial systems for healthcare, retail and public-sector clients documenting suggestions for improvements for the future.
• Designed/presented PowerPoint presentations for pre/post sales engagements for Lawson Financial Systems and the Lawson Global Integration with Procurement, Payroll, HR, and Finance Applications.
• Provided services for three corporations, one of which is comprised of three divisions with company specializing in web printing, advertising and computer software development.
• Interacted closely with company executives regarding formulation and implementation of sound financial management policies and procedures.
• Performed various special projects involving profitability modeling, merger modeling and equipment validation modeling. Coordinated data and map development, EDI impacts, and deployment of invoice match design.
• Supported the Business Information Systems Analyst and Programming Staff, Help Desk and Provisioning Team with all Lawson related issues.
• Defined Lawson Software's cost allocations and posted go-live Lawson support and Assists teammates with unusual/complicated SQL, Crystal Reports, and SAP Business Objects tasks.
• Provided Lawson consulting services for the Flexible Budget, GL Report Writer, MS Add-ins, and Cost Allocations application.
• Prepared use case documents and utilized MS Visio to create UML diagrams including use case, activity and class diagrams to extract business process flows and workflows, thereby assisting development and quality assurance teams in understanding the requirements.
• Analyzed Lawson data, recommending improvements and linking available data to customized reports and gathered workflow data and basic system specifications.
• Advised client on data collection, report design, report enhancements, and problem resolution and assisted client with Implementation of Infor Lawson v9 with S3, Payroll, and Global Human Resources (GHR)
• Created PL/SQL stored procedures, functions and packages for moving the data from staging area to data mart.
• Maintained the Lawson modules of HR, Payroll, General Ledger (GL), Talent Management just to name a few as all modules were used, in a clustered environment.
• Performed functional and data test of reports prior to user acceptance and production load and deployed franchise-based Lawson Financials 9.0 package at hospitals and implemented General Ledger (GL), Asset Management, and Accounts Payable modules at healthcare facilities.
• Involved in scheduling of Lawson HR & Payroll, Benefits, Lawson Account Payable (AP), Lawson Work Flow, Lawson system shutdown/ startup process.