Christophe Le Ret

IT Solution architect with a focus on overseeing and managing cloud infrastructure, Implementing DevOps & IA/ML, and the integration of data solutions within Emotors. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to lead the implementation and optimization of integrated cloud and security solutions, ensuring secure, scalable, and efficient services that improve operational efficiency, data quality, and system reliability while aligning with business needs. - Implementing an Integration platform to enhance data flow and accessibility across Industrial systems and Enterprise applications - Manage data integration efforts, overseeing the design and implementation of secure IoT data pipelines, API integrations, and ETL processes. - Drive DevSecOps initiatives, embedding security practices throughout the development lifecycle, from planning to deployment, ensuring compliance and reducing risk. - Mentor and support teams in adopting best practices for Containers, IA/ML, and DevSecOps processes, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

IoT Edge Computing Cloud Gateway Architecture: • Designed an innovative IoT Edge computing Cloud gateway architecture connecting assets and machines in hydropower plants and hydro analytics systems to GE cloud services. • Led a team in building gateways capable of industrial protocol translation (MQTT, Modbus, OPC UA…) and data analytics (Python), resulting in the extraction of valuable business insights. Cloud Applications Migration to AWS: • Successfully architected the migration of applications from GE Predix to the AWS Cloud Infrastructure. • Implemented and executed the migration strategy while harnessing AWS services, including EKS, ECR, CloudWatch, RDS, and OpenSearch. DevSecOps Implementation: • Spearheaded the adoption of DevOps practices with Jenkins to optimize software development processes. • Achieved faster and secured software delivery by streamlining the deployment, management, and scaling of containerized Java and Python applications on Kubernetes within the AWS environment.

• Played a key role in enhancing GE's Asset Performance Management (APM) solutions, focusing on optimizing asset performance and operational efficiency for equipment, plants, and fleets. • Collaborated effectively with cross-functional teams, including the APM product engineering team, and contributed to the development of Python tools, driving project success.

Strategic Initiative Leadership: • Collaborated closely with critical stakeholders, including engineering and manufacturing teams, to ensure the alignment of initiatives with organizational goals. • Conducted comprehensive analysis, design, and development of roadmaps and implementation strategies for GE Predix projects, ensuring project success and alignment with organizational objectives. IoT Computing Expertise: Acquired a deep understanding of clients' business and technical requirements within the realm of IoT Computing, contributing to informed decision-making and solution design. Digital Transformation and Technology Expertise: • Defined tools, technology, and processes to facilitate digital transformation initiatives, including Cloud migration, data integration, and the operationalization of digital technology enablers. • Expertly implemented digital technology solutions such as AWS, Predix, and the Big Data Technology Stack (Elastic.co) to optimize operations and achieve business objectives. • Demonstrated leadership by driving cloud-based transformations across various departments, harnessing innovative technology solutions to optimize operations. Technology Expert: Cultivated a "trusted technical advisor" relationship with clients' technical experts and internal teams, acting as a reliable resource for guidance and support and as a dedicated GE Predix technology ambassador to both employees and clients, actively participating in forums to stimulate demand and maintain interest. Digital Innovation Leadership: Played a key role in driving the selection and agile execution of rapid digital innovations, ensuring their successful implementation across various departments and teams.

Key Responsibility: Service Delivery Management Operational Oversight: Ensured the operational delivery of IT services in alignment with the defined GE Business Support Plans, meticulously monitoring and maintaining service levels to meet agreed Service Level Agreements (SLAs). End-to-End Service Perspective: Adopted an end-to-end view of GE Business services, allowing for comprehensive oversight and proactive management of service delivery across various domains and functions. Continuous Improvement Advocate: Demonstrated a commitment to continuous improvement by actively seeking opportunities to enhance service delivery, following best practices outlined in the ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library) framework.

Mission As Web COE manager, my mission is to provide services from architecture consultancy to technical project management across EMEA GE Money businesses for Web and Data Hosting systems. ▪ Responsible for the technical strategy, the design and architectural development of Web Shared Services for GE Money UK. Covering wide technologies across IT Infrastructure including security. ▪ Align GE Money EMEA Web Hosting vision and roadmap with corporate and business objectives and assist the Chief Architect to drive use of shared services aligned with the GE and GE Money Technology Stack. ▪ Work with Service Delivery and Operation teams to manage new service introductions, including definition and execution of pre-production of test protocols, hand over, training, and documentation based on ITIL standards. Over 1 Million GBP cost saving in 12 months through Server Consolidation, Data Centre Virtualisation and Web Services Sharing.

Product Knowledge & Evangelism: Served as the designated internal and external spokesperson for Microsoft Windows Small Business Server 2003, effectively communicating its features and benefits. UK Security Mobilization initiative: Led and managed the UK Broad Customer Connection Security Mobilization initiative, a pivotal component of Microsoft's broader Security Mobilization effort, which was announced by Steve Ballmer on October 9, 2003.

Mission To define, advise and implement E-business solutions to support the business and marketing objectives. Responsibilities ▪ Advise SME/SOHO managers on E-Business strategy, ▪ Define eBusiness technical solutions within a SME/SOHO environment. ▪ Provide analytical support spanning all related functions including strategy, operations alliance, customer experience, marketing and technology. ▪ Establish standards with development team on implementing user interface standards and system usability guidelines. ▪ Lead the deployment of advanced information technology solutions. Projects ▪ E-Business strategy plan definition and interactive marketing implementation. ▪ E-Commerce websites with shopping basket and online secure payment.

Mission To integrate Internet and Multimedia programmes into our Marketing Strategy. Responsibilities ▪ Increase Web awareness among Service Provider group. ▪ Assist in development of strategic alliances and partner strategy. ▪ eBusiness Initiatives to support the business and marketing objectives. Projects and Programmes ▪ Top 10 Nortel European Customers Personalised and secured portals (Vodafone, Bouygues Telecom, T-mobil…). Extended to top 100 due to success. ▪ European section management of www.nortelnetworks.com. ▪ Development, launch and management of European Intranet web site. ▪ Development and implementation of online Marketing tools.