Narendra Ashar

Evaluator
DISC Type : DCS

Director Railway Controls and Mulitdomain Data Science Applications at Envision Enterprise Solutions Private Limited

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Overview

Narendra is a digital innovation expert with 37 years of experience in R&D and Machine Learning, focusing on railways, mobility, and power electronics. Educated at the Indian Institute of Technology, colleagues describe him as an "exceptional leader, " "innovative, " and "customer-focused. " He is also a certified Six Sigma Black Belt.

He has a keen interest in the practical application and accuracy of data science, recently questioning the disparity between predicted and actual election results and the potential failures in AI-based surveying.

Personality Overview

Fast But Analytical

Quality Focused

Thorough Evaluator

They are not very likely to become strong advocates of your product or service  They focus on the results, but can still be quite procedural and analytical about how to get there They have a unique set of diverse traits where they are decisive and methodical but can sometimes be extra cautious and skeptical

Topics They Care About

Digital Railways
His career at Hitachi, Deloitte, and BEML has centered on using AI/ML, TCMS, and Digital Twins to innovate within the railway and transportation infrastructure.
Applied Machine Learning
He has deep experience applying predictive modeling and data science across diverse sectors, including automotive, utilities, manufacturing, and finance.
Propulsion & TCMS
He identifies as a propulsion and power electronics expert, having advised on Train Control and Management Systems (TCMS) for metro trains and autonomous vehicles.

Media Appearances

Narendra has no verified media appearances

Work History

7-2025
Director Railway Controls and Mulitdomain Data Science Applications at Envision Enterprise Solutions Private Limited
8-2024 - 7-2025
Senior Advisor- Transportation and Logistics at Deloitte
10-2022 - 7-2024
Technology Advisor at BEML LTD.
12-2018 - 10-2022
General Manager Digital Railway Mobility As A Service at Hitachi
4-2021 - 7-2022
Digital Innovation Leader in Railways and Mobility at Hitachi Rail

Education

1985 - 1987
Master’s Degree from Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur
1990 - 1992
Pre-Doctoral Research Work from Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay

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Exp : 6 Location : Bengaluru, Karnataka, India Job Level : Mid-senior Designation : Director Railway Controls and Mulitdomain Data Science Applications at Envision Enterprise Solutions Private Limited
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Insights For Selling To Narendra

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Showcase your competitive superiority clearly when possible or address it at the minimum
  • Help them see both - the ‘big picture’ impact and the ROI of the investment
  • Showcase how you can impact results but also make sure that you share detailed information too

DONT's

  • Avoid too much small talk, just a few formal pleasantries should be fine
  • Don’t nudge them to do something by using the logic that others have done the same
  • Avoid self-deprecating references or general informality, it could decrease their trust in you

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Narendra is

  • ROI matters the most to them, followed by process and finally proof of results
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Narendra

  • They might hesitate a little, but will go ahead and say no when necessary (or asked)

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Narendra move?

  • They are unlikely to move very fast, especially when it comes to new products or services
  • Can Narendra take some risk or not?

  • They have relatively low risk-appetite and are not very likely to go for something unproven and risky

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