Interim Managers

Interim Manager IT Transformation

A leading pharmaceutical company required an Interim Global Change Manager to lead its IT transformation projects across multiple international locations. The role involved designing and executing a comprehensive change management strategy, overseeing all related activities to ensure the projects were delivered on time, within scope, and within budget. The consultant needed to manage global and local change managers, report to senior leadership, and guide cross-functional teams without direct reporting lines.

Challenge

The client, a prominent pharmaceutical company, was undertaking major IT transformation projects and needed an interim leader to manage global change initiatives. The challenge was to develop and execute a change management strategy that would ensure smooth transitions while coordinating the efforts of global and local teams. The company faced complexity in maintaining quality, timelines, and budget while managing executive-level stakeholders.

Solution

expertpowerhouse provided an Interim Global Change Manager with strong experience in IT transformation and change management. The consultant designed and implemented a program-wide change management strategy, leading change managers across multiple locations. The consultant monitored project progress, handled deviations, and worked closely with executive stakeholders to ensure alignment. Additionally, they provided templates and guidelines for change management activities and ensured that all deliverables met the required standards.

Result

The consultant successfully led the transformation program, ensuring that all IT projects were delivered on time and within budget. The company experienced minimal disruption to its operations while undergoing significant digital transformation. Executive stakeholders were aligned throughout the process, and the company was better positioned to handle future transformations thanks to the strategic approach to change management.

Project category

Corporate strategy

Industry

Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals

Region

Europe

Work mode

Hybrid

Duration

5 months

Intensity

5 days per week