Daniel Gonzalez

AI and Digital Transformation Leader with 20+ years of progressive experience driving enterprise-wide technology initiatives, cloud migration, and AI integration across global manufacturing and automotive sectors. Integrating artificial intelligence, data analytics, RPA and Automation in enterprise environments. Expert in developing predictive models, Digital Twin and Industry 4.0 solutions that improve operational efficiency, reduce costs, and accelerate innovation across manufacturing and finance sectors.

Senior Manager, Cloud Operations and AI Innovation

AMG-Mercedes Benz USA (Independent Consultant) | Dec 2023 – May 2025
Led the digital transformation of SAP BTP and AWS environments, driving a 21% improvement in operational efficiency and modernizing global cloud infrastructure through intelligent automation and AI-driven monitoring. Directed a 17-member technical team during a large-scale cloud migration, preventing over $250K in downtime and ensuring operational continuity. Applied predictive analytics, Python scripting, and PowerShell automation to reduce system outages by 27% and enhance reliability. Oversaw the SAP FICO migration for the Tuscaloosa plant, integrating Power Automate and Automation Anywhere workflows that accelerated financial reconciliation and reporting. Promoted innovation initiatives connecting Azure AI services and IoT-based process monitoring, redefining finance, logistics, and purchasing operations.

Cloud Solutions Lead Architect

Forvia Group (Faurecia SE & HELLA GmbH & Co. KGaA) | Jan 2024 – Oct 2024
Architected a multi-cloud data ecosystem processing 5TB+ of data daily, using Azure Synapse and Python-based ETL automation to achieve an 11% reduction in operational costs. Co-developed a real-time analytics platform supporting over 2,000 users across 15 plants, leveraging machine learning and IoT data ingestion pipelines for predictive insights in production environments. Implemented Automation Anywhere bots and Power Automate flows to streamline data synchronization between MES platforms and SAP. Collaborated directly with executive stakeholders to align architecture design with business strategy while ensuring GDPR compliance and scalability across the enterprise.

Digital Transformation & Cloud Data Tech Regional Lead (NA-LATAM)

Robert Bosch LLC | Mar 2017 – Oct 2023
Championed regional smart manufacturing and digital transformation initiatives, integrating AI, RPA, and IoT-enabled MES platforms across more than 15 North American facilities. Directed cross-functional teams of 50+ professionals, implementing cloud-based process automation using Azure, Python, and PowerShell to standardize IT frameworks. Designed the Manufacturing Service Bus with intelligent connectors that reduced data processing times by 43%, and developed predictive maintenance algorithms and Power BI dashboards to improve production decision-making. Established ITIL-aligned Service Delivery Controls for SAP and non-SAP systems, while introducing RPA-driven workflows that cut role assignment and approval times by 40%.

IT Manager (ITM Lead)

Stanley Electric Co., Ltd. | 2016 – 2017
Founded and led the IT department from the ground up, delivering an end-to-end infrastructure for a new 500+ employee campus within 90 days. Coordinated 14 contractors and 7 associates through the IT rollout of a seven-building facility, achieving only 17 hours of total downtime. Designed internal procedures aligned with compliance and global QoS standards, and introduced PowerShell and Python-based automation scripts to manage system configurations and user provisioning. Deployed Automation Anywhere bots to enhance help desk responsiveness and incident tracking. Advanced cybersecurity and operational reliability through Azure-based backup orchestration and IoT monitoring, improving system resilience and reducing incident rates by 30%.

Head of IT Infrastructure

Forvia Group (Faurecia SE & HELLA GmbH & Co. KGaA) | 2011 – 2016
Modernized global IT infrastructure through virtualization and hybrid cloud strategies, cutting costs by 30% while maintaining 99.9% uptime across 500+ VMware environments. Introduced PowerShell-driven administrative automation, significantly reducing manual maintenance tasks. Directed a 25-member team in implementing DevOps principles and early-stage AI-assisted monitoring to enhance predictive system reliability. Improved disaster recovery with Azure replication and IoT-integrated alerting systems, halving recovery time and strengthening data continuity. Managed database administration, system backups, and performance optimization, setting the foundation for future MES connectivity and automation frameworks adopted regionally.

Earlier Roles (2004 – 2011)

IS Infrastructure Manager – Leggett & Platt
IS Administrator – Valeo North America
Built foundational expertise in systems management, database maintenance, and process automation. Early exposure to scripting and integration laid the groundwork for later implementations of Python, PowerShell, and network automation across enterprise environments.

Dual-degree professional in Information Systems and Telecommunications, currently pursuing a Master of Information Technology Management at Tecnológico de Monterrey. With academic foundation combining technical depth and business strategy, mindset I create the link between innovation and execution across IT ecosystems. With proven experience in Project Management, ITIL, Scrum, Azure Cloud Architecture, Automation and AI Fundamentals integrated academic excellence with practical leadership in cloud transformation, cybersecurity, and digital strategy—driving scalable, data-driven, and future-ready organizations.