ECM Specialist, Livelink Administrator, Digital Media Architect, Business Systems Analyst, Geek and Entrepreneur
Hartford, Connecticut Area
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- Sr. Livelink ECM Consultant at Walt Ruppar Consulting (WRC, LLC.)
- Lead Digital Architect at nVishion Digital Media
- Principal G33k at CTGeeks
- Past
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- Senior Consultant at Glemser Technologies
- Systems Analyst / Developer III at Watson Pharmaceuticals
- Informatics Advisor at Pfizer
- Principal Consultant at Keane
- Education
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- Microsoft Corporation
- Open Text Corporation
- Loyalist College of Applied Arts & Technology
- Roger Williams University
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Walt Ruppar’s Summary
Accomplished Information Systems Specialist with 12 years of IS experience, an in-depth knowledge of the Open Text Livelink product, and a proven track record of delivering innovative technical solutions to each engagement. I want to provide you with world-class service while assisting you in achieving improved operational efficiency and enhanced customer satisfaction on your next project. Each client engagement benefits from years of experience implementing mid to large-scale Enterprise Content Management Strategies and Technologies, as well as Business and System Analytical Support.
Walt Ruppar’s Specialties:
- Works effectively in teams and independantly
- Anticipates/Resolves a wide range of potential project issues
- Document & Information Management
- System Administration
- Application Development & Deployment
- Strategic and Tactical Business Planning
- Presentation and Facilitation Skills
- Ability to negotiate with and influence others
- Awareness of IS/Pharmaceutical/Life Sciences Industry and Regulations, i.e. 21 CFR Part 11, GxP, ITIL, SDLC and Qualification Methodologies
Walt Ruppar’s Experience
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Sr. Livelink ECM Consultant
Walt Ruppar Consulting (WRC, LLC.)
(Information Technology and Services industry)
January 2009 — Present (11 months)
WRC provides cost-effective professional consulting services to small and mid-size businesses. We are centered on excellence, customer service, and work to empower the people within your organization to contribute to the success of your organization.
Livelink ECM Consulting -
Open Text Livelink System Administration services including:
- User/Group management
- Workflow creation/modification
- Workflow troubleshooting/support
- Report creation
- Architecture/Installation/Configuration/Upgrade/Maintenance
Livelink ECM Business Systems Analysis services including:
- Livelink CIS modeling and requirements analysis for new/upgrade implementations
- Preparation and execution of Livelink qualification activities (IQ/OQ/PQ)
- Migration to Livelink services from file systems or other DMS
Qualification Templates:
WRC offers:
- System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) templates
- Installation/Operational (IQ/OQ) Qualification templates to install/test Windows, Livelink, & SharePoint products in a controlled methodical fashion using industry best practice ‘defaults’ -
Lead Digital Architect
nVishion Digital Media
(Privately Held; Marketing and Advertising industry)
December 2008 — Present (1 year )
Digital Media Architecture - Full Service Digital Media Branding including Web Design, Content Management, Online/Social Media Marketing, Hosting, & Domain Registration Services. nVishion uses the same tools we recommend, ensuring world-class customer service while helping you to nVishion your brand.
* Follow @nVishion on Twitter: http://twitter.com/nVishion
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Principal G33k
CTGeeks
(Privately Held; Information Technology and Services industry)
October 2008 — Present (1 year 2 months)
IT “Geek” Support Services - We do it All! Game Consoles, iPod/MP3 Player & Home Theater Installation/Set-up, Computer Purchase/Set-up, Virus/Spyware Removal, Forensics, Security, Backup/Recovery, & Maintenance. Both on-site and remote service available for businesses & consumers
* Follow @CTGeeks on Twitter: http://twitter.com/CTGeeks
** Become a Fan on Facebook: http://facebook.com/CTGeeks
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Senior Consultant
Glemser Technologies
(Privately Held; 51-200 employees; Information Technology and Services industry)
January 2008 — September 2008 (9 months)
As a Business Analyst, developed a set of functional requirements for an implementation of a SharePoint/NextDocs application at Pfizer. Facilitated user requirements review workshops to clarify UR’s and review corresponding FR’s. Upon completion of the FRS, assisted the application developers by creating an initial draft of the system design specification.
As a System Analyst, performed system testing and validation (unit and integration testing, installation qualification, operational qualification, and performance qualification) for an implementation of the Adlib v4.x Product Suite at Pfizer.
As a Business Analyst, provided strong analytical support during the requirements phase for an implementation of a customized version of xmLabeling (GDMS) for Pfizer Animal Health. -
Systems Analyst / Developer III
Watson Pharmaceuticals
(Public Company; 1001-5000 employees; WPI; Pharmaceuticals industry)
December 2005 — December 2007 (2 years 1 month)
Implemented an Electronic Document Management System using Livelink Enterprise Server.
Livelink Administration activities include: installation/configuration of modules & patches, workflow map creation/management (using eSign), user/group management, folder creation/permissions, report creation (LiveReports/WebReports), and forms creation/managment (WebForms/eForms) -
Informatics Advisor
Pfizer
(Public Company; 10,001 or more employees; PFE; Pharmaceuticals industry)
September 2001 — December 2004 (3 years 4 months)
– Regulatory IT Project Manager
– Therapeutic Area Services
– Advanced Deskside Services
Provided leadership for the implementation of systems in support of the Clinical & Regulatory functional areas. My mission was to provide continuity to the Global Candidate Team (GCT) by supporting the effective flow of information from data capture through to filing and to ensure post filing support was established. -
Principal Consultant
Keane
(Public Company; 5001-10,000 employees; KEA; Information Technology and Services industry)
October 1996 — August 2001 (4 years 11 months)
– Project Management
– System Administration
– Application Development
– Electronic Document Management
Provided on-site professional consulting services to Pfizer Global R & D supporting the Clinical and Regulatory functional business areas including:
– Managing the development and implementation of a next generation Case Report Form (CRF) imaging/review system using Livelink 8.5, J2EE, and TELEform technologies (Livelink for Clinicals)
Walt Ruppar’s Education
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Microsoft Corporation
Certification , Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE +Security) , 2008
MCP - MCSA - MCSE - CompTIA Security+
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Open Text Corporation
Certification , Livelink ECM , 2006
101 - Livelink Knowledge Fundamentals
120 - Workflow Design I
201- Livelink System Administration
205 - Configuring and Customizing Livelink Search
209 - Advanced Schema and LiveReports
213 - Troubleshooting and Supporting your Livelink System
220 - Workflow Design II
221 - Workflow Design III
223 - Designing and Implementing Livelink Forms
225 - Livelink WebReports -
Loyalist College of Applied Arts & Technology
Certification , IT Service Management (OGC ITIL / itSMF) , 2003
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Roger Williams University
BS , Computer Information Systems , 1992 — 1996
Additional Information
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Walt Ruppar’s Interests:
Flying Kites, Golf (both with the little white ball and a Frisbee®, just not at the same time!), Mountain Biking, Sailing, Scuba Diving, Camping, Hiking, Snowboarding, and attempting to Surf
Walt Ruppar’s Groups:
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ModernAnalyst.com - Business Analyst Community -
Lifesciences Opportunities in US -
Information Security Community -
Pfizer Alumni -
Keane Alumni -
Biotech & Pharma Professionals Network -
Professionals in Pharmaceutical Industry and Biotech Industry -
Healthcare IT News -
IIBA (International Institute of Business Analysis) -
21 CFR part 11 -
Roger Williams University Alumni Group -
Information, Knowledge and Content Management Specialists -
Livelink -
Open Text Livelink Professionals -
Pfizer Re-Connection -
AIIM International Exposition + Conference
Walt Ruppar’s Honors:
• 2003 Pfizer La Jolla Recognition Award in acknowledgment of dedication and assistance with supporting multi-Therapeutic Area Clinical Investigator Meetings.
• 2003 Pfizer La Jolla Recognition Award in acknowledgment of supporting the Regulatory Lab Notebook Imaging and Archival processes and technology implementation in La Jolla.
• 2001 Pfizer La Jolla Recognition Award in acknowledgment of leadership efforts displayed during the successful roll out of a business process supporting the imaging, review, and archival of Regulated Documentation.
• 2000 Keane Achievement Award in recognition of excellent performance and outstanding contributions to Keane, Inc.
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