Binni Skariah

Streamlining Mortgage Industry Solutions

The Insight One Family of Companies offers comprehensive end-to-end default solutions tailored for managing real estate assets from Default to Disposition. The Family of Companies encompasses various specialized services, including inspection, preservation, and renovation services facilitated by Mortgage Specialists International (MSI), hazard claim administration handled by iProperty Claims (IPC), residential and commercial auction services managed by Williams & Williams, investor, and government claim services provided by Investor Claim Solutions (ICS), and debt collection services facilitated through i1 Recovery Solutions.

The key advantage of the Insight One Family is its integrated approach, providing all these essential services under one roof. This strategy effectively eliminates the need for multiple handoffs to various third parties, resulting in enhanced operational efficiencies, stringent process controls, and strict adherence to Service Level Agreements (SLAs).

The Insight One Family operates nationwide across all 50 states, including Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, and Guam. With strategically located office branches in Fort Worth, Texas, Jacksonville, Florida, and Tulsa, Oklahoma, the company ensures efficient and accessible service delivery.

For more detailed information about the Insight One Family of Companies and its extensive offerings, interested parties can visit their website at www.ionesolutions.com.

Bridging the Gap between Technical and Business Teams

Binni Skariah is a dynamic systemic thinker with a proven track record of successfully leading technology projects to achieve and surpass organizational goals. With expertise in business process analysis, documentation, and re-engineering, combined with exceptional team leadership and interpersonal skills, Binni excels at bridging the gap between technical and business teams, driving significant transformation.

Binni's unwavering commitment to delivering projects with the highest quality standards is evident in his ability to swiftly and efficiently resolve production issues, with a proactive focus on preventing future incidents. His experience in project scoping and solution configuration, coupled with a strong adherence to ITIL and SOC compliance standards, positions them as a valuable asset to any organization.

At the core of Binni's success in technology projects lie two essential pillars - a strong sense of ownership and a relentless sense of urgency. These qualities drive the determination to make a lasting impact and consistently deliver results.

Fuelled by a passion for driving change and improving processes, Binni actively seeks new challenges and opportunities for personal and professional growth. He is confident in bringing a unique and impactful perspective to any team. He eagerly desires to connect with like-minded professionals who share his drive and ambition.

In the realm of technology expertise, this individual serves as a strategic influencer, actively shaping the direction and achievements of organizations by harmonizing innovative software systems and hardware. The approach is deeply rooted in a rigorous scientific methodology, empowering them to execute business strategies and bring them to fruition through cutting-edge technology solutions. Renowned as a game-changer, he consistently challenges the status quo, pushing boundaries to deliver exceptional outcomes that foster business success and drive growth.

In a managerial capacity, this technology expert oversees all Technical Operations and Projects at Insight Service Solutions and its affiliated companies, including Mortgage Specialists International, Williams & Williams Real Estate Auctions, iProperty Claims, Investor Claim Solutions, and Sortis Financial. Within this role, he is responsible for charting the strategic technology direction and ensuring SOC/Cybersecurity compliance for all technology-related initiatives. The purview extends to the effective functioning of technology infrastructure, application and data development, vendor management, and business process teams. Moreover, he aligns technology staffing and technical processes with the organization’s overarching objectives. With an unwavering focus on optimizing efficiency and harnessing the power of technology, the endeavors contribute significantly to supporting the growth and prosperity of all companies under the Insight umbrella.

Embracing Nimbleness as a Key Trait in Tech Professional

This individual gained valuable lessons in perseverance and patience through his experiences with company mergers and acquisitions. Binni also realized the global world's interconnectedness during industry declines, where a small company was directly affected by a larger national economic downturn during 2007/2008. The significance of a robust Business Continuity Plan became apparent during the Covid pandemic, emphasizing the urgency of its implementation. Moreover, the shifts from on-premise solutions to cloud-based technologies served as a reminder that technology is constantly evolving, requiring tech professionals to remain adaptable and agile in embracing change.

Approach to Managing Up and Down in the IT Organization

Binni underwent a transformative experience, transitioning from an individual contributor in the IT department to assuming the leadership role of the IT organization. This shift provided valuable personal growth and development opportunities, prompting him to embrace new responsibilities and expand his skill set to start “thinking like a manger vs contributor.”

As a leader, Binni demonstrated skillful management of upward interactions with higher-level executives while maintaining a strong focus on the well-being and contributions of his team members, who play a crucial role in executing the essential work.

Over time, Binni diligently acquired comprehensive knowledge and expertise in dealing with Statements of Work (SOWs), Master Service Agreements (MSAs), and the intricacies of software licensing and contracts. This newfound proficiency empowered him to navigate contractual matters concerning software and service provisions adeptly.

Mastering Project Management for Success

Binni demonstrates a high level of proficiency in effectively communicating technical and complex processes to the staff at various levels, including executives, making them easily understandable to all. As a leader, Binni excels in propelling teams toward successful project completion by leveraging each team member's unique skills to achieve company-defined goals and project objectives.

In his leadership approach, Binni prioritizes empathy, making a conscious effort to understand and empathize with the perspectives and experiences of their team members, creating a supportive and inclusive work environment. Binni exhibits skill in comprehending and navigating corporate politics, particularly concerning project prioritization and funding decisions. Additionally, Binni's expertise in project management shines through as he diligently tracks goals and deadlines, ensuring projects progress smoothly and are completed within the defined timelines.

Vision for Driving Audience Goals Forward

In Binni's perspective, innovating products or solutions that resonate with the target audience initiates a comprehensive understanding of how the existing solutions meet the audience's needs. Subsequently, this understanding is aligned with creating new and enhanced solutions, propelling the audience's goals forward with enhanced efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

Monitoring Emerging Trends in Today's Innovation Landscape

Binni highlights the substantial impact of disruptive technologies on today's innovation landscape, emphasizing the necessity of closely monitoring emerging trends and potential disruptions. He stresses the importance of maintaining organizational readiness to adapt to these changes effectively.

Furthermore, Binni contemplates how the role of a leader, particularly the Chief Information Officer (CIO), has evolved over the years. The role has shifted to become more technically oriented, focusing on staying abreast of the latest technologies and emerging concepts related to cloud computing, the internet, and mobile solutions. This adaptation is essential to meet the dynamic challenges of the ever-evolving technological landscape.

Balancing Business Functions in Uncertain Times

According to Binni, the company has strategically balanced business functions across its entities to navigate uncertain times effectively. However, he acknowledges that the most significant challenge lies in maintaining employee engagement and focus amidst the rapid growth during the recovery phase from the revenue impact caused by the Covid-affected years.

Striking a Stability Between IT Staff and Company Executives

Binni has a clear vision of what makes a successful CIO. He believes technology is not an end but a means for people to achieve their goals. He also contends that earning the trust of the business is the most important factor for a CIO's success. To do this, a CIO should create a "second brain" that helps them keep track of everything unrelated to the creation process and use it as a daily reference. A CIO should also practice what they preach and be able to balance the demands of IT staff and company executives. Finally, a CIO should focus on acquiring value rather than meeting the budget, as the two will align over time.

Quote: “Technology is all about influencing the execution of business strategic goals through software systems & hardware machinery through scientific methodologies.”

Management: Binni Skariah, Chief Information Officer
Website: www.ionesolutions.com