This year's Asset Management Professional (AMP) Capstone Award recipient, Ashvin Koarga, presents his Asset Management journey at Metrolinx and PRESTO, as well as his learnings through the AMP program. His AMP Capstone project was nominated for this year's award, which encourages and recognizes excellence in the AMP program, and following this exemplary presentation attendees will understand why it was selected for this year's AMP Capstone Award.
Ashvin Koarga is currently the Manager of Asset and Order Management at Metrolinx based out of Toronto, Ontario. His role as manager is specific to the Presto branch of Metrolinx that deals with the fare transaction devices that customers engage with during their daily commutes around the GTHA (greater Toronto and Hamilton areas).Before becoming Manager of the AOMG group, Ashvin was on assignment from his regular management role to help implement a new Asset Management system at Metrolinx. Ashvin was chosen to spearhead the implementation of this new asset tracking tool for his division Presto. His objective here was to help prepare the project and ensure the asset tool was configured for his divisions’ specific business needs; This included data configuration, process identification and training. He was chosen to represent Presto in this activity due to his knowledge of the system, its functions and his background in service implementation and delivery.Prior to joining Metrolinx, Ashvin was Manager of Service Management at Canadian Tire Corporate Division specializing in the key service portfolio that looked after several of the distribution warehouse contracts. There he managed several contracts and helped negotiate and maintain service level agreements with stakeholders. Ashvin spent over 24 years with Canadian Tire moving through the ranks and specializing in application programming and business management.Incorporating experiences, expertise, and knowledge throughout Ashvin’s career, the seamless transition into this current Asset Manager role stands as a testament to his adaptability and drive for success. With a proven track record of leveraging past achievements to drive innovation, Ashvin continues to pave the way for success in the ever-evolving landscape of Asset Management.
