Michael Mao
SAP C4C / CRM Solution Architect & Techno-Functional Consultant
Vancouver, CA.About
Highly accomplished SAP C4C and CRM Solution Architect with over a decade of experience, including being one of the first consultants to implement SAP C4C in North America. Proven expertise across 12+ full lifecycle implementations spanning SAP Service, Sales, and Marketing Cloud, consistently delivering impactful solutions that integrate complex systems and enhance business processes. Adept at leveraging deep technical and functional knowledge to drive significant improvements in data management, sales force automation, and customer experience.
Work
CANADIAN STEWARDSHIP SERVICES ALLIANCE (CSSA) INC
|Techno-Functional Consultant, SAP Service Cloud (C4C)
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Summary
Served as a Techno-Functional Consultant for SAP C4C, optimizing Lead to Opportunity scenarios and enhancing data management through custom development.
Highlights
Developed custom SDK enhancements to autopopulate external data points into the Lead object, significantly improving data entry efficiency and accuracy.
Implemented custom MDR scripts to seamlessly migrate external data into Lead and Opportunity views, streamlining the sales process.
Optimized the Lead to Opportunity scenario within SAP C4C, enhancing sales pipeline visibility and conversion rates.
AGILENT TECHNOLOGIES
|Functional Consultant, SAP CRM/C4C
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Summary
Provided functional consulting for SAP CRM/C4C, leading critical data migration efforts to SAP S4 while ensuring data integrity.
Highlights
Led the migration of Customer, Sales Contracts, and Service Orders from SAP CRM to C4C, ensuring seamless data transfer for critical business operations.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to maintain data integrity between SAP ECC and S4 during parallel migration efforts, minimizing disruption.
Optimized data migration processes, contributing to a successful transition and enhanced system performance.
TOPCON POSITIONING GROUP
|Solution Architect, SAP Marketing Cloud
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Summary
Architected solutions for SAP Marketing Cloud, integrating diverse platforms and ensuring system stability for enhanced marketing operations.
Highlights
Developed and implemented integrations with TypeForm surveys, Adobe Asset Management, and Idomoo Personalized Video Platform, expanding marketing capabilities.
Resolved complex campaign and segmentation issues, improving marketing effectiveness and data accuracy.
Managed import monitoring and upgrade support, ensuring continuous operation and optimal performance of the SAP Marketing Cloud.
ARITZIA
|Solution Architect, SAP Marketing Cloud
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Summary
Acted as Solution Architect for SAP Marketing Cloud, defining best practices and developing advanced campaign strategies for enhanced user experience.
Highlights
Defined and implemented best practices for end users, significantly improving system adoption and operational efficiency.
Contributed to the development of complex segmentation and trigger-based campaigns, increasing marketing reach and engagement.
Provided comprehensive system administration and upgrade support, ensuring seamless operation and optimal performance of the marketing platform.
CANADIAN STEWARDSHIP SERVICES ALLIANCE (CSSA) INC
|Solution Architect, SAP Service Cloud (C4C)
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Summary
Architected Cloud for Service solutions for an ERP to S4/HANA sandbox upgrade, blueprinting critical system changes for successful integration.
Highlights
Led blueprinting for necessary system changes to ensure successful integration of SAP Service Cloud after an ERP upgrade to S4/HANA.
Designed robust solutions for Cloud for Service within an ERP to S4/HANA sandbox environment, mitigating potential integration challenges.
Ensured seamless data flow and functionality between SAP Service Cloud and the upgraded ERP system.
ARITZIA
|Senior Consultant, SAP Service Cloud (C4C)
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Summary
Led business requirements definition and solution implementation for SAP Service Cloud, integrating CTI for enhanced agent activity.
Highlights
Defined comprehensive business requirements and implemented solutions via functional configuration and custom SDK development, enhancing system capabilities.
Integrated Twilio with CTI for agent Live Activity, improving real-time communication and agent efficiency.
Developed custom Twilio solutions to meet specific business needs, optimizing customer service interactions.
NEW YORK YANKEES
|Solution Architect, SAP Marketing Cloud
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Summary
Architected SAP Hybris Marketing solutions for a leading sports club, integrating high-volume data for a 360-degree customer view.
Highlights
Designed and implemented a custom integration with Amazon S3 service for nightly loading of high-volume customer activity and ticket information.
Integrated SAP Marketing Cloud with Microsoft Dynamics CRM, providing a complete 360-degree customer view for enhanced marketing strategies.
Managed marketing data and customer segmentation, optimizing targeted campaigns for one of the most successful sports clubs globally.
GATES CORPORATION
|Solution Architect, SAP Marketing Cloud
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Summary
Contributed as Solution Architect to the second phase of a critical SAP Hybris Marketing implementation, building upon initial project successes.
Highlights
Continued development and optimization of SAP Hybris Marketing implementation, building on the foundation established in the prior phase.
Ensured alignment with strategic marketing objectives, enhancing the platform's capabilities for business growth.
Collaborated with project teams to deliver key functionalities, contributing to the overall success of the marketing cloud solution.
THE CHARLES MACHINE WORKS, INC.
|Solution Architect, SAP Sales/Service Cloud (C4C)
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Summary
Architected the blueprint for replacing SAP CRM on-premise with SAP C4C and CPQ, streamlining sales and service operations.
Highlights
Developed a comprehensive blueprint for replacing the existing SAP CRM on-premise system with SAP C4C and CPQ, modernizing the sales and service infrastructure.
Defined strategic integration points and data migration strategies to ensure a seamless transition to the new cloud-based solution.
Collaborated with stakeholders to align the new solution with business objectives, enhancing efficiency and scalability.
GATES CORPORATION
|Solution Architect, SAP Marketing Cloud
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Summary
Architected SAP Hybris Marketing solutions, focusing on data consolidation, lead scoring, and multi-channel campaign execution.
Highlights
Built a contact's Golden Record by consolidating data from 3 diverse sources, providing a unified customer view.
Implemented advanced Lead Scoring and Segmentation based on customer-specific attributes, enhancing targeting accuracy.
Enabled External Campaign Execution with seamless integration of Facebook social posts and Google Clickstream data, expanding marketing reach.
GATES CORPORATION
|Solution Architect, SAP Service Cloud (C4C)
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Summary
Architected SAP Hybris Cloud for Sales to replace a homegrown quotation system, enhancing sales force automation and mobile productivity.
Highlights
Replaced a homegrown quotation system with SAP Hybris Cloud for Sales, improving quotation management efficiency via SAP ECC integration.
Enabled sales teams to be 20% more productive in the field by providing mobile access to key sales-related information.
Conducted comprehensive requirements gathering to identify and resolve pain points in the existing sales process, ensuring a tailored solution.
CLARK COUNTY
|Solution Architect, SAP Service Cloud (C4C)
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Summary
Architected an SAP Cloud for Service implementation to replace a homegrown system, enhancing work ticket management and field service capabilities.
Highlights
Replaced a legacy work ticket management system with SAP Cloud for Service, improving field service efficiency and constituent access.
Integrated C4C with SAP CRM and SAP ECC, enabling seamless data flow and comprehensive service management.
Designed and spearheaded a custom application for time entry reporting and a custom integration with SAP ECC to facilitate recoupment billing, optimizing financial processes.
COCA-COLA FEMSA
|Technical Consultant, SAP Service Cloud (C4C)
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Summary
Provided technical consulting for Cloud for Customer integration, leveraging ODATA/A2X/A2A Web Services for seamless data exchange.
Highlights
Executed Cloud for Customer integration with BODS/BW using ODATA/A2X/A2A Web Services, ensuring robust data synchronization.
Enabled efficient data transfer between critical business systems, enhancing operational intelligence.
Resolved complex technical challenges during integration, ensuring system stability and performance.
CANUCKS SPORTS ENTERTAINMENT
|Solution Architect, SAP Hybris Marketing (On-Prem) / SAP Sales Cloud (C4C)
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Summary
Architected the integration of SAP Hybris Marketing with Cloud for Customer, optimizing lead and opportunity management.
Highlights
Designed and implemented the integration of SAP Hybris Marketing (On-Premise) with Cloud for Customer (C4C), streamlining lead and opportunity workflows.
Enhanced data flow between marketing and sales platforms, improving lead conversion rates and sales efficiency.
Provided strategic guidance on system architecture to support integrated marketing and sales processes.
COCA-COLA FEMSA
|Functional Consultant, SAP Sales/Service Cloud (C4C)
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Summary
Provided functional consulting for Cloud for Customer, focusing on Account 360, Dashboards, and offline mobile access for sales and service.
Highlights
Implemented Account 360 and Dashboards functionalities within Cloud for Customer, providing comprehensive customer insights.
Optimized Sales/Service scenarios with an emphasis on offline mobile access, increasing field team productivity by 15%.
Configured the system to support seamless sales and service operations, improving overall customer experience.
DELOITTE CANADA
|Techno-Functional Consultant, SAP CRM
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Summary
Contributed to the upgrade of SAP CRM 2007 to CRM 7.0 for Public Sector Collections/Disbursements, enhancing WEBUI screens.
Highlights
Assisted in the successful upgrade of SAP CRM from version 2007 to 7.0, ensuring continuity of critical public sector operations.
Provided spot consulting for WEBUI enhancements and overall maintenance of WEBUI screens, improving user experience.
Supported the Public Sector Collections/Disbursements scenario, optimizing system performance and functionality.
PRIMESOURCE BUILDING PRODUCTS INC.
|Solution Architect, SAP Sales Cloud (C4C)
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Summary
Architected Cloud for Customer implementation for the Sales scenario, integrating with ECC and developing custom solutions.
Highlights
Led the implementation of Cloud for Customer for the Sales scenario, covering Accounts/Contacts, Activities, Leads, and Opportunities.
Integrated HCI with ECC, ensuring seamless data flow and synchronization between cloud and on-premise systems.
Developed custom solutions using Cloud SDK to extend functionality and meet specific business requirements.
HITACHI CONSULTING
|Functional Consultant, SAP CRM
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Summary
Implemented SAP CRM for the Service scenario, focusing on Service Requests, Contracts, SLA, and ERMS to enhance customer support.
Highlights
Implemented SAP CRM for the Service scenario, optimizing Service Requests, Service Contracts, and SLA management.
Configured ERMS (Email Response Management System) to streamline customer communication and support processes.
Enhanced customer service operations by ensuring efficient handling of service-related inquiries and agreements.
REMINGTON ARMS
|Techno-Functional Consultant, SAP Service Cloud (C4C)
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Summary
Implemented Cloud for Customer, integrating diverse systems and developing extensive enhancements using PDI.
Highlights
Implemented Cloud for Customer (C4C) for Service Request, Sales, and Repair scenarios, streamlining customer interactions.
Integrated C4C with ECC, Custom Repair System, UPS Shipment, and Mindtouch, ensuring comprehensive system connectivity.
Developed extensive enhancements using PDI (Product Development Infrastructure) to tailor the solution to specific business needs.
SAGE
|Technical Lead, SAP CRM
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Summary
Led the technical upgrade of SAP CRM 5.0 to CRM 7.0, managing resources and porting custom enhancements.
Highlights
Led the technical upgrade of SAP CRM from version 5.0 to 7.0, encompassing Leads/Opportunities, Partner Portal, and Customer Factsheet.
Managed a technical team of 5+ resources, ensuring timely delivery and quality of upgrade components.
Gathered requirements and ported custom 5.0 enhancements to CRM 7.0, preserving critical functionalities.
THE CHARLES MACHINE WORKS INC
|Techno-Functional Lead, SAP CRM
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Summary
Led techno-functional efforts for SAP CRM, setting up Leads and Opportunities and developing custom WEBUI enhancements.
Highlights
Led the setup and configuration of Leads and Opportunities within SAP CRM, optimizing sales pipeline management.
Configured ACE (Access Control Engine) for fine-grained access control on opportunities, enhancing data security.
Developed custom WEBUI enhancements, improving user experience and system usability for sales teams.
INTEL CORPORATION
|Techno-Functional Consultant, SAP CRM
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Summary
Developed WEBUI enhancements for Opportunity management screens and supported data operations through reporting.
Highlights
Developed significant WEBUI enhancements for Opportunity management screens, improving user efficiency and data visibility.
Gathered detailed requirements from business stakeholders to ensure solutions met operational needs.
Authored comprehensive reports for data operations, providing critical insights for decision-making.
SHURE INC
|Technical Lead, SAP CRM
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Summary
Led the technical implementation of CRM 7.0 EhP1 for Accounts/Contacts, configuring middleware and enhancing WEBUI.
Highlights
Led the technical implementation of CRM 7.0 EhP1 for Accounts/Contacts scenario, ensuring robust system functionality.
Configured middleware to facilitate seamless data exchange between SAP CRM and other systems.
Set up Leads, Opportunities, and Activities, and developed WEBUI enhancements for various screens, optimizing sales and customer management.
LTD COMMODITIES LLC
|Techno-Functional Consultant, SAP CRM
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Summary
Implemented CRM 7.0 EhP1 for IC WebClient, integrating ERP Orders and enhancing Customer Factsheet for BI Reports.
Highlights
Implemented CRM 7.0 EhP1 for the IC WebClient scenario, enhancing customer interaction capabilities.
Integrated ERP Orders using LORD2 API, streamlining order management processes.
Enhanced Customer Factsheet for BI Reports and developed various WEBUI enhancements, improving data visibility and user experience.
HOME MERIDIAN INTERNATIONAL
|Technical Lead, SAP CRM
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Summary
Led the technical implementation of CRM 7.0 EhP1 for IC WebClient and SFA, enhancing Customer Factsheet and custom components.
Highlights
Led the technical implementation of CRM 7.0 EhP1 for IC WebClient scenario and Sales Force Automation (SFA).
Enhanced Customer Factsheet and developed a Custom Product Availability Check component, improving data accuracy and sales efficiency.
Implemented ITS transaction launcher to access ECC Sales Orders and developed various WEBUI enhancements, streamlining workflows.
INTEL CORPORATION
|Techno-Functional Consultant, SAP CRM
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Summary
Specialized in UX development for SAP CRM using CRM Skin Workbench, leading a complete UX redesign for Opportunity management.
Highlights
Executed a complete UX redesign of the Opportunity management scenario using CRM Skin Workbench, significantly improving user experience.
Specialized in UX development, ensuring intuitive and efficient system interfaces for CRM users.
Supported data migration and smart forms development, contributing to robust system functionality and data integrity.
DELOITTE CANADA
|Techno-Functional Consultant, SAP CRM
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Summary
Enhanced CRM 7.0 IC WebClient for Public Sector Collections/Disbursements, providing spot consulting for WEBUI maintenance.
Highlights
Developed enhancements for CRM 7.0 IC WebClient within the Public Sector Collections/Disbursements scenario.
Provided targeted consulting for WEBUI enhancements, improving user interface and functionality.
Ensured overall maintenance of WEBUI screens, contributing to system stability and user satisfaction.
VARIAN MEDICAL SYSTEMS
|Technical Consultant, SAP CRM
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Summary
Upgraded CRM 5.0 to 7.0, focusing on WebUI enhancements for the CRM IC WebClient scenario, particularly service tickets.
Highlights
Successfully upgraded SAP CRM from version 5.0 to 7.0, ensuring a smooth transition and enhanced capabilities.
Developed WebUI enhancements for the CRM IC WebClient scenario, specifically focusing on service ticket and service request processes.
Optimized the user interface to improve efficiency and usability for customer service representatives.
Education
University of British Columbia
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B.Sc.
Computer Science
Languages
English
Portuguese
Certificates
C4C SDK/PDI
Issued By
SAP
SAP C4C
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SAP
SAP Marketing Cloud
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SAP
Hybris Marketing
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SAP
Cloud for Customer (C4C)
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SAP
Product Development Infrastructure (PDI) / Cloud SDK
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SAP
Skills
SAP Cloud Solutions
SAP Service Cloud (C4C), SAP Sales Cloud, SAP Marketing Cloud, SAP CRM Customer Interaction Center, Sales Force Automation, Cloud on-boarding, Hybris Marketing, Cloud for Customer (C4C).
SAP Technologies
SAP Application Cloud SDK, SCI (CPI), ABSL, ABAP, ABAP OO, BSP, LORD2 API, CRM Web Client Framework, Product Development Infrastructure (PDI), Cloud SDK.
Project Methodologies
SAP Activate, Agile PM, Waterfall Project Methodologies, Jira.
Programming Languages
Java, Javascript, Groovy, Spring, Python, ReactJS, HTML5, CSS, XML, XSLT.
Tools & Platforms
DSPy, Claude, OpenAI, Twilio, PostMan, SoapUI, OpenRefine, VSCode.