Ali
Hantash
Senior IT & AI Integration · EdTech · Digital Transformation
Results-oriented IT leader with over 15 years advancing from system administration to full digital transformation leadership. Specializing in AI-powered EdTech ecosystems across UAE & GCC.
Selected Work
Key Projects
2025
Digital Attendance & LMS Integration
Led as Project Manager to implement a digital attendance tracking solution fully integrated with the college LMS. Oversaw software selection, customization, deployment, and faculty training.
View case study2025
AI-Powered GPT Agent for LMS & Admin Automation
Built and deployed an intelligent GPT agent to automate administrative workflows and enhance LMS interactions, reducing manual processes and improving operational efficiency.
2024–25
LMSGlobalHub — Custom LMS + SIS
Designed and launched a custom LMS platform with full SIS integration, creating a unified academic ecosystem for management, student data, and learning delivery.
2024
AI-Powered LMS & ExamSoft Integration
Implemented AI-driven integration between LMS and ExamSoft, automating assessment workflows and improving data accuracy across all academic systems.
View case study2023
Office 365 Azure Domain Migration & SSO
Managed complex Azure domain migration with seamless SSO re-integration, ensuring zero-downtime transition for hundreds of institutional users.
2019
Network Optimization & High-Availability Deployment
Designed and executed network optimization strategy across multi-site infrastructure, implementing high-availability architecture that significantly reduced downtime.
2026
Odoo ERP Implementation
Led the implementation of Odoo ERP to streamline core business processes, configure integrated modules, migrate operational data, and support user adoption across departments.
View case study2026
SIS–LMS Integration Middleware
Designed and built middleware between the Student Information System and Learning Management System, automating secure data synchronization and reducing duplicate manual work.
View case studyCareer Journey
Professional Experience
Jun 2021 – Present
LMS & IT In-Charge
Dubai Pharmacy College for Girls · Dubai, UAE
- Led strategic transformation integrating LMS, SIS, ExamSoft & ChatGPT-powered AI tools, creating a unified academic ecosystem
- Oversaw full IT infrastructure — servers, networking, cloud services, and Office 365 — ensuring high availability and scalability
- Managed IT budgets and vendor contracts, aligning services with academic goals and innovation priorities
- Provided training and mentorship across departments, significantly improving digital readiness
Sep 2020 – Jun 2021
Senior System Administrator
Dubai Medical College for Girls · Dubai, UAE
- Supported campus-wide e-learning systems during pandemic-driven digital transition
- Executed network and security enhancements, reducing system downtime by 25%
- Delivered technical training for academic staff, boosting digital confidence and tool adoption
Apr 2009 – Sep 2020
System Administrator
S.S. Lootah Group · Dubai, UAE
- Managed centralized IT infrastructure across 15+ companies in construction, healthcare, finance, hospitality & energy
- Administered Windows Servers, Active Directory, SQL, Exchange, and enterprise cloud systems
- Led server virtualization, disaster recovery, and cybersecurity planning for critical systems
- Delivered tech support to 1,000+ users, coordinating vendor procurement across all entities
Technical Arsenal
Core Competencies
AI & Automation
EdTech Platforms
Cloud & Infrastructure
Security & Networks
Programming & Data
Enterprise Systems
Academic Background
Education & Certifications
Degrees
MSc Computer Science with AI
Wrexham University, UK
Ongoing · Expected 2026 · Honors
BSc (Honors) Computing
Wrexham University, UK
2019 – 2023
Key Achievements
Spearheaded LMS, SIS, ExamSoft & ChatGPT integration at Dubai Pharmacy College — a unified academic ecosystem
Reduced system downtime by 25% at Dubai Medical College through targeted infrastructure upgrades
Managed IT infrastructure for 15+ Lootah Group companies, delivering centralized services across diverse sectors
Certifications
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Based in Dubai, UAE · 20+ years residency · Currently pursuing MSc in Computer Science with AI while leading digital transformation at Dubai Pharmacy College. Open to senior IT and AI integration opportunities.
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Digital Transformation Journey
Business Roadmap Constellation
A constellation of expertise — each node a domain mastered, each connection a synergy that powers complete digital transformation across education, enterprise, and AI.