Manikanta Gupta Gajavalli

Global Position System Administrator.

1.How long have you been working with Perigord?

3 years

2.What is your role? 

Global Position System Administrator.

3.How would you describe a typical workday?

My main responsibility is maintaining systems for several Glams customers, I am also involved in developing and configuration. So usually, the first part of my day is taken up, ensuring these products are running correctly and applying any necessary fixes, if needed.

4.What do enjoy most about your role?

I enjoy my role most when I am doing the configuration for new customers.

5.Have you anything planned over the Christmas period?

I had planned to travel adventurous holiday destination.

6.Will you make any New Year resolutions for 2021?

I plan to learn new technologies in 2021.

7. It's fair to say, that 2020 will be a year that many of us won’t forget! Looking back on 2020, what is your most memorable moment?

The most memorable moment for me this year, is my marriage. We were married in August 2020.

8.What is one thing you will never do again?

I would not go on a breakdance amusement ride again. Going back to my college days, we had this famous Mela (fair) at Vinukonda. Me and my best friend decided to go. All dressed up, we went to enjoy the fair. We were happily walking by and saw this ride and said let's try it. Once we were in that cup, the first round was ok, but with gradually the speed increased, it became too fast and there were too many sudden jerks! 

9. What is your favorite game or sport to watch and play?

Cricket.

10.Have you any hobbies/interests?

Making films is my passion, and I directed some short films and series in my local language.