Harshadeep Rao is a consultant at Cohesive, with expertise in implementing and enhancing Maximo systems, developing BIRT reports for asset management, and providing training and support to clients. Previously, Harshadeep served as a graduate research assistant at the University of Alberta, focusing on life cycle assessment tools and fostering relationships between academia and industry. In the role of sustainability scholar for the City of Edmonton, significant contributions were made to sustainable purchasing policies. Earlier experience includes being a functional consultant at Tata Consultancy Services, specializing in asset management systems. Harshadeep holds a Master’s degree in Engineering Management from the University of Alberta and a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from The National Institute Of Engineering, Mysore.