Narasimman L Madhavarao

ML, is the Chief Product & Enterprise Transformation Officer at Sierra Digital, bringing over 25+ years of global business and technology leadership experience. He works closely with CEOs, CIOs, CFOs, boards, and executive teams to shape business strategy, drive enterprise transformation, and deliver measurable outcomes across Oil & Gas, Utilities, Life Sciences, Manufacturing, Retail, and Public Sector industries.

Throughout his career, ML has led complex transformation initiatives involving SAP and ERP modernization, AI and intelligent automation, cloud platforms, enterprise architecture, data and analytics, and IT/OT integration. His experience includes building digital supply chain capabilities for a Virginia-based pharmaceutical startup, leading ERP initiatives across Latin American life sciences operations, driving enterprise analytics across a global industrial conglomerate, and modernizing enterprise platforms for a leading oilfield services organization. His contributions include delivering more than $15 million in business savings and helping shape technology investment decisions exceeding $150 million.

ML believes successful transformation goes beyond implementing technology. Business ownership, strong governance, organizational readiness, and measurable value realization are essential for long-term success. His leadership philosophy is simple: "Technology is for the business and by the business." He emphasizes understanding the total cost of ownership, building internal capabilities, and ensuring that technology investments continue delivering value beyond implementation.

A Harvard Business School General Management Program alumnus, ML is currently pursuing an Executive Doctorate in Business Administration at the University of Houston, where his academic interests focus on AI innovation, Organizational resilience, and Enterprise value creation.