BHAVANA BARLA

CAPM®-certified Engineering Management graduate with a strong foundation in project coordination, process improvement, and cross-functional team leadership across healthcare, engineering, and IT-based projects. Equipped with a practical understanding of project planning, cost management, risk analysis, and quality control methodologies, I bring a results-focused approach to managing time-sensitive and resource-driven initiatives.

Enterprise Network Security Enhancement Project (Aug 2023-Dec2023)
Led a cybersecurity initiative implementing firewalls, IDPS, VPNs, and penetration testing. Used Earned Value Management (CPI > 1, SPI > 0.9) to ensure cost-efficient progress. Delivered enhanced compliance, stakeholder trust, and a long-term security roadmap with training and monitoring.

Statistical Quality Improvement in Hospital Drug Administration (Jan 2024-May2024)
Applied Six Sigma to reduce hospital medication errors. Used root cause and Pareto analysis on EHR and observational data to redesign workflows, introduce “quiet zones,” and implement checklists. Improved patient safety and promoted continuous improvement.

Supply Chain Literature Review Project (Aug 2024 - Dec 2024)
Collaborated on a review of supply chain trends including AI, sustainability, Industry 4.0, and risk mitigation. Analyzed peer-reviewed articles, identified research gaps, and presented strategic insights, emphasizing critical thinking and teamwork.

Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)