Sandilya Adusumalli

Analytical and detail-oriented young Product Manager with strong computer science and engineering management experience. Established track record of overseeing cross-functional teams, defining product specifications, and building complete project lifecycles using Agile. Experienced in market research, stakeholder engagement, and data analysis, and hands-on experience in digital marketing, UI/UX fundamentals, and customer segmentation. Looking forward to leveraging technology to solve day-to-day problems in education. Demonstrated expertise to take user needs and convert them into implementable product features that create tangible results.

• Project management certification from University of maryland , baltimore county .
• Google Foundations of Project Management, Coursera
• Microsoft Azure AZ-900, Aggregate Score - 910/1000
• Google Foundations: Data, Data, Everywhere, Coursera

1. Smart Cart - Tech driven retail innovation :

Product & Business Analyst | University Project | Jan 2024 – May 2024

• Conceptualized a smart shopping cart MVP with real-time scanning, budget tracking, navigation, and checkout features to enhance in-store experience.
• Conducted Voice of Customer (VoC) research and prioritized features using QFD and FMEA, addressing pain points for both retailers and shoppers.
• Estimated a $874.8M addressable market and projected a 321% IRR, building a strong business case for investor and stakeholder buy-in.
• Developed go-to-market, pricing, IP protection, and sales strategies; proposed SaaS and leasing models to improve adoption and ROI.
• Designed a scalable manufacturing and logistics strategy, including sustainability, QA processes, and risk mitigation.

Tools used - Quality Function Deployment (QFD) – for prioritizing product features

• Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) – for risk assessment
• SWOT Analysis – for strategic planning and market positioning
• Stakeholder Mapping Tools – to identify and analyze stakeholder influence
• Business Model Canvas – for defining value propositions and revenue streams

2. Project SHODH:

Project Management - Airport Navigation Enhancement Project | Feb - May 2024

• Led a cross-functional team in developing an Indoor Positioning System (IPS) solution, managing project lifecycle from initiation to closure with adherence to time and quality constraints
• Developed comprehensive project charter, WBS, and schedule, ensuring clear alignment of deliverables with stakeholder requirements
• Coordinated market research initiatives and competitive analysis, resulting in strategic insights for product positioning and pricing models
• Managed stakeholder communications and documentation, including regular progress updates and final project closure report
• Successfully delivered technical research findings and implementation framework for airport navigation system within 3-month timeline

Tools used:

• Project Charter: Defined project objectives, scope, and stakeholders to align team and vision.
• WBS (Work Breakdown Structure): Broke down project tasks into manageable units for better planning and tracking.
• Gantt Charts: Visualized timelines, task dependencies, and milestones for streamlined execution.
• Stakeholder Management: Identified and engaged key stakeholders to ensure alignment and support.
• Customer Journey Mapping: Mapped user touchpoints to uncover pain points and enhance user experience.