Ikuko Schmidt

Background

About Ikuko Schmidt

Bilingual JP/EN Functional Architect and Life Sciences IT consultant with experience across pharmacovigilance systems (Argus, ArisGlobal, Veeva), cloud transformation projects, and global delivery. Currently working on an AWS→GCP migration program for a large consumer-facing enterprise in Japan/APAC, focusing on functional architecture, requirements analysis, stakeholder communication, and migration readiness. My background includes PV operations, Veeva Vault configuration support, data migration, post–go-live risk management, and collaboration with global and regional teams. I help bridge business requirements with technical implementation, especially for Japan and APAC markets. Key strengths: • Cloud fundamentals and AWS certification • Functional architecture & system migration analysis • Veeva, Argus, ArisGlobal experience • Risk management & governance • Japan/APAC stakeholder communication • JP UI review & pre-sales support for Life Sciences • Experience with regulated environments Long-term, I aim to lead digital transformation initiatives across cloud and life sciences systems, with a focus on Japan and APAC.