Jim A.
About Jim A.
Jim A. is a Vehicle Data Systems Architect at Ford Motor Company, with a background in data architecture and engineering. He has over two decades of experience in database design and management, including significant roles at The Manitowoc Company and his own consulting firm.
Work at Ford Motor Company
Currently, Jim A. serves as a Vehicle Data Systems Architect at Ford Motor Company. He has held this position since 2017, contributing to various projects in Dearborn, MI. His role involves designing and implementing data systems that enhance vehicle performance and user experience.
Previous Experience at The Manitowoc Company
Before joining Ford, Jim A. worked at The Manitowoc Company from 2008 to 2017 as a Staff Engineer and Data Warehouse Architect. During his nine years there, he developed a custom application in Delphi and C++ that interfaced with the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, providing real-time business intelligence for decision-making.
Consulting Firm Ownership
Jim A. ran his own consulting firm for 11 years, focusing on database design and management for clients across various industries. His work included designing a 3TB data warehouse for remote diagnostics and warranty analysis in the crane industry, which contributed to cost reductions through improved design specifications and maintenance scheduling.
Education and Expertise
Jim A. studied at Penn State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Information Sciences and Technology from 2015 to 2017. He furthered his education at the University of Maryland Global Campus, obtaining a Master of Science in Data Analytics from 2017 to 2019.
Collaboration on Global Forecasting System
During his career, Jim A. collaborated on the design and development of a global forecasting system for Verizon. This project utilized an Oracle database and a GUI developed in Smalltalk, which included a data warehouse for planning future equipment needs.