from NEWBIE (just 62 years old) this is for introduction to the community.
I am a newbie in the community - just joined with you today (on April 24, 2008).
I am a graduate in Economics and post graduation in Public Administration - attempted Law but could not further in graduation. I am an Oracle expert with all Microsoft software applications. I have undergone training in Basics, Cobal, C++. In fact my association with Computer world is right from punch card system My profession started from Typewriter, Facit Calculator to IBM Main frame. I have also performed my duty as trainer to trainee and guided many on Materials Management for orgganisation's in-house training.
Basically my interest is in Materials Management, Contract Management, International Trade, etc., and also a Domain expert in compouterisation of Materials Manaagement function.
I have started my career during August 1967 from a large corporate at Chennai, India - my first assignment is in Materials Management and during July 1971, I have joined the service of INDIAN SPACE RESEARCH ORGANISATION, Department of Space in the same dicipline.
My service in ISRO was started when Rockets were move in small carrier like Bi-cycle - and the Organisation has grown and their Rockets and Satellites were being transported by many 100 wheels trailers.
I am proud of having worked with many ISRO Scientists.
Nonething more I can share my service details with ISRO, as this may not be the correct quarum to discuss about my affairs with Government employer.
During 2002, I left ISRO by way of VR and took-up re-employment in National Institute of Ocean Development (Department of Ocean Development) at Chennai, as Co-ordinator, Purchasse & Stores.- again in Materials Management function. Due to difference of opinon in handling Major Contract, I opted to resign from NIOT service during the end of 2004. Then I took up Consultancy services (onlto Government Department).
Now I am about 62 years old and enjopying my retired life with my family.
If any one needs any more information about, they can contact me weithout hesitation - my book is open to all.
best regards to all,
sincerely
psnswaminathan
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