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BusinessAnalyst

Sarah Scheidt

FRANKLIN,WI

Summary

Dynamic airline schedules expert committed to optimizing systems performance for reduced operational costs and streamlined workflows. Performs timely software installations and tests alongside routine troubleshooting to facilitate system transitions and minimize downtime. Simplifies complex topics and processes to make technical interactions less intimidating for average users.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Business Analyst

Sabre Corp

Recruited for this position. Served as subject matter

expert in schedule distribution and publication for clients.

Principal Service Delivery Engineer

Sabre Corp
02.2011 - 05.2023

Effectively and efficiently served as project manager and subject matter expert, interacting directly with customers as it pertained to schedule distribution, publication, and Tier 3 customer support on the proprietary system. Accountable for data base administration, with the primary function being to facilitate customer use of Sabre's software related to flow of passenger air travel. Continually support carriers as they adjusted schedules; flight availability, time changes, cancellations, rebooking, etc., and facilitated distribution in compliance with customer directives and to ensure satisfaction.

In addition, ensured compliance with distribution system standards used by most airlines. (GDS)

Responsible for project management for existing customers, and the migration of new customers;

tracked projects and closed-out. Projects included fare class realignment, and migration entailed all

phases of testing, providing training and support through and after go-live to ensure the smooth

system transition. In addition, responsible for training new, and cross-training employees.

Central Reservation Control Analyst

Midwest Airlines
02.1988 - 09.2010

Responsible for creating and running test scripts for Sabre's kiosk and web applications, served as project leader for all Sabre change requests, and developed scripts and testing scenarios for Sabre enhancements and

patches. Liaison between Midwest Airlines and Sabre's kiosk and web application developers, created and ran test scripts, and managed airport kiosks and Internet web check-in applications. Project lead for self service check-in applications, and ensured the accuracy of all self service application testing scripts. Provided helpdesk support for Midwest's employees. Assisted in the implementation of Midwest Airlines Federal Air Marshall program, and generated daily Homeland Security watch lists. Managed various projects from design to testing to implementation. Generated airline schedule change via dynamic and demand loads, as well as daily revenue and load factor reports for management. Provided support for customer service training department. Maintained employee profile records. Partnered with the consumer affairs department to identify process improvement.

Education

Aircraft Dispatcher Certification - Aviation Management

ATI Dispatch School
Minneapolis, MN
01.1990

Certificate in Travel And Tourism - Tourism And Travel Management

Academy of Travel
Elm Grove, WI
05.1987

Skills

  • Executive-Level Presentations
  • Needs Assessment
  • Business Solution Development
  • Project Management
  • Test Plans and Cases
  • Mission Critical Applications
  • Agile Principles

Timeline

Principal Service Delivery Engineer

Sabre Corp
02.2011 - 05.2023

Central Reservation Control Analyst

Midwest Airlines
02.1988 - 09.2010

Senior Business Analyst

Sabre Corp

Aircraft Dispatcher Certification - Aviation Management

ATI Dispatch School

Certificate in Travel And Tourism - Tourism And Travel Management

Academy of Travel
Sarah Scheidt