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How it Started... How it's Going, with Anoop Nair

March 21, 2024  |   Careers

Meet Anoop Nair, Senior Practice Manager - Managed Services at CDW. Anoop currently leads the Managed Services portfolio for CDW India, where he manages a highly skilled and competent team responsible for Operations, Converged, Storage, Backup, iSeries, Cloud, and Application Services in managed services.

Anoop was born and brought up in Kerala, India, where he completed his education up to graduation. He later pursued his post-graduation at PSG Coimbatore, Tamilnadu, graduating in 2001.

“Always face life and career with an open-minded approach. Keep your eyes and ears open to understand the changes happening in the tech world, and always keep yourself updated to embrace any change.”
– Anoop Nair, Senior Practice Manager - Managed Services at CDW

How It Started

Anoop began his career in August 2001 as a Systems Manager with the Alapatt Group, a prominent business conglomerate. In this pivotal position, Anoop assumed responsibility for managing the business group's infrastructure environments and diverse software needs, collaborating with multiple vendors.  

In June 2004, he seized the opportunity to join CMS InfoSystems Pvt Ltd as a Senior Engineer, which required him to relocate to Chennai. This transition marked a pivotal moment in his career, as it enabled him to shift from a technical role to one focused on management. Anoop assumed the responsibility of overseeing a service delivery team consisting of 600+ professionals, a role that provided valuable experience and knowledge in the management of IT services. 

In December 2010, Anoop joined IBM, The Big Blue, fulfilling his dream. He felt privileged to be part of the company that celebrated its 100th year in June 2011. In his time at IBM, Anoop played a pivotal role in resource mobilization, arranging training for skill enhancement, and ensuring the successful execution of project deliverables. 

How It’s Going 

Anoop's professional journey led him to his current role at CDW, where he assumed the leadership of the Managed Services portfolio in May 2022. He manages a diverse team of experts specializing in operations, converged, storage, backup, iSeries, cloud, and application services. 

Anoop firmly believes in the strength of his team and actively supports their career growth through training and exposure to new challenges. He also emphasizes the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Anoop's focus on nurturing talent and delivering exceptional service has given CDW a competitive edge in the industry. 

– CDW Team

 

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Meet Anoop Nair, Senior Practice Manager - Managed Services at CDW. Anoop currently leads the Managed Services portfolio for CDW India, where he manages a highly skilled and competent team responsible for Operations, Converged, Storage, Backup, iSeries, Cloud, and Application Services in managed services.

Anoop was born and brought up in Kerala, India, where he completed his education up to graduation. He later pursued his post-graduation at PSG Coimbatore, Tamilnadu, graduating in 2001.

“Always face life and career with an open-minded approach. Keep your eyes and ears open to understand the changes happening in the tech world, and always keep yourself updated to embrace any change.”
– Anoop Nair, Senior Practice Manager - Managed Services at CDW

How It Started

Anoop began his career in August 2001 as a Systems Manager with the Alapatt Group, a prominent business conglomerate. In this pivotal position, Anoop assumed responsibility for managing the business group's infrastructure environments and diverse software needs, collaborating with multiple vendors.  

In June 2004, he seized the opportunity to join CMS InfoSystems Pvt Ltd as a Senior Engineer, which required him to relocate to Chennai. This transition marked a pivotal moment in his career, as it enabled him to shift from a technical role to one focused on management. Anoop assumed the responsibility of overseeing a service delivery team consisting of 600+ professionals, a role that provided valuable experience and knowledge in the management of IT services. 

In December 2010, Anoop joined IBM, The Big Blue, fulfilling his dream. He felt privileged to be part of the company that celebrated its 100th year in June 2011. In his time at IBM, Anoop played a pivotal role in resource mobilization, arranging training for skill enhancement, and ensuring the successful execution of project deliverables. 

How It’s Going 

Anoop's professional journey led him to his current role at CDW, where he assumed the leadership of the Managed Services portfolio in May 2022. He manages a diverse team of experts specializing in operations, converged, storage, backup, iSeries, cloud, and application services. 

Anoop firmly believes in the strength of his team and actively supports their career growth through training and exposure to new challenges. He also emphasizes the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Anoop's focus on nurturing talent and delivering exceptional service has given CDW a competitive edge in the industry. 

– CDW Team

 

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