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NORHAYATI BINTI ABDUL RAHIM

NORHAYATI BINTI ABDUL RAHIM

Kuala Lumpur

Summary

Experienced IT professional with over 25 years of expertise in IT operations, application support, system implementation, and project management. Proven leader in managing cross-functional teams, streamlining service delivery, and driving successful end-to-end IT initiatives. Skilled in IT service management across all support levels, with a strong focus on resource planning and operational efficiency.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Unit Head Division (Manager), Enterprise Applications

IMU University
06.2022 - Current
  • Applications Managed: Oracle PeopleSoft Financial Supply Chain Management System, Oracle PeopleSoft Campus Management System, Timetabling Information Management System, HRMS, Online Assessment System, EDUCORES, Grant Management System, RiskMan, Clinical Information System, Sharepoint
  • Specialization: Delivers second-level support across incident, problem, and change management processes while driving IT service delivery, resource planning, project coordination, and vendor relationship management.
  • Key Clients: Internal stakeholders, including IMU staff and students.
  • Team Management: Lead a dynamic team of 7


KEY ACHIEVEMENTS

  • Restructure, manage and recruit suitable manpower to provide continuous responses and resolution for customer’s satisfaction.

Successfully Project deliverables:

  • Automation (Integration) – Reducing manual data entry. Claimex for staff cashless transactions and the TIMS-EDUCORES integration, which enables lecturer ratings.
  • Forms automation.
  • SLIM Program Enrollment – Tracking student progress.
  • Clinical Information System – An integrated healthcare solution that tracks patients from registration through to billing.


JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Application Maintenance & Support

  • Lead cross-functional teams in delivering enterprise application support services, consistently achieving high performance against incident and change management SLAs.
  • Oversaw strategic planning and execution of software upgrades and critical bug fixes, ensuring platform stability, security, and business continuity across core systems.
  • Identified and led initiatives to optimize systems and workflows by aligning business needs with scalable technology solutions, enhancing operational efficiency.
  • Developed leadership capabilities within the team by setting strategic performance objectives, providing ongoing coaching, and fostering a results-driven culture.


Project Management

  • Led the successful end-to-end implementation of educational technology projects, managing everything from user requirements gathering to design, development, UAT, training, and full-scale rollout.
  • Delivered strategic leadership to cross-disciplinary teams, facilitating milestone meetings and presenting impactful solution recommendations to the Steering Committee to enhance learning outcomes.
  • Monitored project progress closely, ensuring alignment with educational goals, timeline, and quality standards; proactively resolving issues and keeping stakeholders informed with clear, concise progress reports.
  • Directed the creation of technical documentation, user guides, and conducted targeted training sessions to ensure seamless adoption of new systems by educators and students.
  • Collaborated closely with vendors, procurement teams, and legal departments to ensure alignment on project scope, master agreements, and contractual terms, ensuring smooth project execution and compliance.


Vendor Management

  • Oversee vendor relationships to ensure strict adherence to service level agreements (SLAs) and timely delivery of services.
  • Collaborate effectively with vendors to develop and implement innovative, solutions-driven approaches that address business needs.


Risk and Audit Compliance

  • Periodic review on audit items to ensure compliance against ITS policies and procedures.
  • Plan, execute and track implementation and closure of audit recommendations.
  • Review and update ITS policies and procedures.

IT Manager

Quantum Diagnostics Sdn Bhd
07.2019 - 04.2022
  • Applications Managed: LIS (Laboratory Information System), CRM, Google Forms
  • Specialization: Manage IT operations, infrastructure, and application support across 80 sites under Gribbles, Quantum, and Clinipath, supporting over 700 users nationwide
  • Key Clients: All Gribbles, Quantum Diagnostics and Clinipath
  • Team Management: Lead a dynamic team of 6


KEY ACHIEVEMENTS

  • Maintained 97%+ uptime across 80 sites, ensuring uninterrupted IT services for over 700 users.
  • Improved LIS support response times by 40%, reducing lab downtime and service delays.
  • Upgraded network and server infrastructure, reducing downtime by 30% and boosting overall system performance.
  • Built and developed a strong IT team, improving performance and reducing staff turnover.


JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Managed daily IT operations, infrastructure, and support services across all sites, ensuring high system availability and minimal downtime.
  • Oversaw procurement and lifecycle management of IT assets and software, aligning with operational and cost-efficiency goals.
  • Manage application support of Laboratory Information Systems (LIS), including incident, problem, and change management.
  • Liaised with department heads and stakeholders to address IT requirements and service delivery expectations.
  • Developed and controlled annual IT CAPEX and OPEX budgets to align with strategic business priorities.
  • Managed vendor relationships and performance for both infrastructure and applications.
  • Supervised and developed a high-performing IT team of 6, overseeing recruitment, training, and performance management.

Business Applications Manager-APAC

Re:Sources Malaysia (Publicis Groupe)
01.2015 - 09.2015
  • Applications Managed: ERP Systems (BCC Enterprise, Pegasus), IAS (Invoice Approval System), Readsoft (Automated Invoice Processing), ServiceNow
  • Specialization: Managed the shared service center, providing second-level support for business system applications across the APAC region, ensuring the seamless delivery of IT services to a diverse group of end users
  • Key Clients: All APAC Re:Sources and brands such as Leo Burnett, Saatchi & Saatchi, Publicis, Starcom, Zenith Optimedia, Vivaki, and BBH across 47 sites in 10 countries, serving approximately 8,000 end users
  • Team Management: Lead a dynamic team of 11, with staff across Malaysia (8), Philippines (2), and Vietnam (1)
  • Highlighted Project Deliverables: Domain Lion Live Server Migration (BCC Enterprise): Successfully migrated the BCC Enterprise system across all APAC countries, supporting the internal Re:Sources and brands.


KEY ACHIEVEMENTS

  • Regional Service Delivery: Managed 2,200+ monthly incidents within SLA, ensuring application availability and performance across all APAC operations.
  • System Consolidation: Spearheaded APAC-wide migration of Domain Lion Live (BCC Enterprise) with coordinated stakeholder testing and communication.
  • Vendor Optimization: Strengthened partnerships with international software vendors, improving SLA compliance and reducing system downtime.


JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Manage APAC shared services model for business applications, ensuring SLA compliance and operational continuity.
  • Led system upgrades, user onboarding, and master data management (clients, products, campaigns, suppliers).
  • Collaborated with external vendors to resolve software bugs and deliver functional enhancements.
  • Partnered with business stakeholders to define system requirements and manage changes across regional teams.
  • Ensured full audit compliance in application access and administration processes.
  • Supported implementation and communication of patches and upgrades across countries.

VP – Software Support

Strateq Group Sdn Bhd
05.2011 - 07.2014
  • Applications Managed: Total Hospital Information System (FiSicien, eTHIS, Posting, CBS-Customer Billing System, Journal Entry), eSCIS Products (DMS, LMS, etc.) and AMLA (Anti Money Laundering System)
  • Specializations: First Level Support (Incident, Problem, and Change Management), IT Service Delivery and Resource Planning Management
  • Key Clients: Private: Pantai-Parkway Group Hospitals (10 sites), UMSC Public: Putrajaya Hospital, National Cancer Institute, Hospital Sultanah Nur Zahirah, Putrajaya Clinic Corporate: SIRIM, BMMB
  • Team Management: Lead a 59-member IT team across four key locations, including HQ (16), HSNZ (23), PJH (10), and NCI (10), ensuring consistent performance and service delivery.


KEY ACHIEVEMENTS

  • Established Software Support Department (2012), introducing standardized processes for incidents, problem, and change management across multiple hospital software systems.
  • Cleared 1,687 legacy support issues in the first year, restoring service efficiency and increasing client satisfaction.
  • Resolved 3,300+ customer cases over two years (2013–2014), maintaining >95% SLA compliance.
  • Designed full support methodology, including release management and team roles, improving quality and accountability.
  • Developed strategic roadmap and KPIs for the department, driving operational maturity and continuous improvement.


JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Incident & First-Level Support: Led a dedicated support team to resolve application issues (setup, workflow, bugs), ensuring RCA and SLA-aligned resolutions.
  • Bug Fixes & Change Requests: Directed validation and deployment of fixes and CRs, ensuring smooth, risk-managed updates across hospital systems.
  • Team & Resource Management: Supervised 59 support personnel; managed recruitment, training, scheduling, and performance development.
  • Client Engagement & SLA Compliance: Maintained strong client relationships and ensured SLA targets were met or exceeded for private and public clients.
  • Cross-Team Collaboration: Partnered with development teams to address root causes, deliver system enhancements, and reduce recurring issues.
  • Go-Live & Implementation Support: Orchestrated onsite support teams during system implementations, ensuring seamless transitions and end-user readiness.
  • Tender & Proposal Support: Provided technical input for Operation & Maintenance (O&M) tenders, contributing to successful bids and contract renewals.

Corporate Manager - IT

KPJ Healthcare Berhad
01.1999 - 05.2011
  • Applications Managed: Total Hospital Information System (Patient Management, Ordering&Result Reporting, Medical Record, Bed Management, Patient Billing/Cashiering, Consultant Fees, AR, AP, Cash Management, System and Security Setup)
  • Specializations: Provides support (incident, problem and change management), Project Management, IT Service Management, IT Service Delivery
  • Key Clients: KPJ Healthcare Berhad Group Hospitals)- Approximately 6000 end users, Klinik An Nur and KPJ Subsidiaries Company.


KEY ACHIEVEMENTS

  • Awarded Best IT Group of the Year (2002) for outstanding performance and project delivery.
  • Successfully deployed Total Hospital Information System (HITS) across 15 hospitals within timeline, ensuring cross-department integration.
  • Led implementation of Nursing Standardization Codes, contributing to significant revenue growth.
  • Integrated PM Care & Medijaring insurance billing, automating payments and reducing manual processing.
  • Implemented E-Cheque Supplier Payment with HSBC, transitioning finance to a paperless system.


JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Provided expert Level 3 support, troubleshooting complex issues, ensuring 100% resolution, and training end users.
  • Managed bug fixes, system enhancements, and smooth deployment through rigorous testing and validation.
  • Delivered end-user training and optimized workflows to improve system adoption and efficiency.
  • Reported weekly to CIO and escalated critical issues to senior management for timely resolution.
  • Led support teams, defined project scopes, assigned tasks, tracked progress, and ensured SLA compliance.
  • Oversaw HIS system setup, testing, user training, and go-live support across multiple hospitals.
  • Collaborated with subsidiaries to gather business requirements and align technical solutions.
  • Monitored system performance to maintain operational stability and prevent disruptions.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams, vendors, and users to align project delivery with business needs.
  • Supported enterprise-wide HIS initiatives across 20+ hospitals to standardize IT services.
  • Maintained project documentation, resource plans, and managed concurrent projects on time and budget.
  • Analyzed user feedback to initiate change requests, enhancing system functionality and satisfaction.

Education

Bachelor Degree - Computer Science Majoring in MIS

University Technology of Malaysia (UTM)
01.1998

Diploma - Computer Science

01.1996

Skills

  • IT Operations Management
  • IT Application Support (1st to 3rd Level)
  • IT Service Management & Service Delivery
  • Application Lifecycle Management
  • Resource & Team Leadership
  • Project Management

  • System Implementation & Testing
  • Stakeholder Communication
  • Process Improvement
  • Operation Management
  • Leadership
  • Problem Solving,Analytical Thinking, Critical Thinking

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Interests

  • Documenting and sharing travel experiences
  • Sharing travel tips, recommendations, and insights with fellow enthusiasts
  • Exploring famous landmarks, historical sites, and cultural attractions in a new destination

Timeline

Unit Head Division (Manager), Enterprise Applications

IMU University
06.2022 - Current

IT Manager

Quantum Diagnostics Sdn Bhd
07.2019 - 04.2022

Business Applications Manager-APAC

Re:Sources Malaysia (Publicis Groupe)
01.2015 - 09.2015

VP – Software Support

Strateq Group Sdn Bhd
05.2011 - 07.2014

Corporate Manager - IT

KPJ Healthcare Berhad
01.1999 - 05.2011

Diploma - Computer Science

Bachelor Degree - Computer Science Majoring in MIS

University Technology of Malaysia (UTM)
NORHAYATI BINTI ABDUL RAHIM