ABOUT RIZWAN BUTTAR
A Versatile Visionary and Adventurer. As a Serial Entrepreneur and Thought Leader, I bring Innovative Insights to Corporate Disruption. My roles as a Speaker and Researcher complement my drive for Groundbreaking Ideas. As an Innovator, I’m dedicated to Transformative Solutions. My Passion for Travel, Exploration, and Photography, coupled with my Adventurous Spirit, shapes my Unique Perspective.
As a Technology Leader at the forefront of Innovation and Strategy, I navigate the Intersection of Innovation, Technology, and Business, driving Strategic Change and adapting to the Rapidly Evolving Digital Landscape. Embracing our era’s significant inflection point, I Anticipate Emerging trends, positioning myself to Lead effectively in the new normal.
My approach encompasses a blend of Strategic Thinking, Innovative Problem-Solving, and Dynamic Leadership. Engaging with Global Experts and Immersive Learning Experiences, I refine my skills in understanding Technology Trends and their underlying dynamics. My focus is on Fostering Value-Creating Ideas and Leading Transformative Initiatives, essential for success in today’s fast-paced, Global Technology Sphere.
And as a ‘Zauq Wala’ I Localize and Adapt my Learnings from Global Concepts and Frameworks
Know more about my strategic Frame Works at ZAUQ, TEHQEEQ , IRTIQA , AFKAAR
Building upon my Diverse Experiences, I seamlessly blend the Intellectual Rigor of a Researcher with the Pragmatic Vision of an Entrepreneur. My journey in the Dynamic Realms of Innovations and Transformations in Supply Chain and Manufacturing
Industry reflects a Steadfast Commitment to not only Envision but also to Actualize a more Streamlined and Innovative Future. This Dedication is Rooted in my Passion for Lifelong Learning and Empowering those around me—Principles I Embody through Mentorship and by Nurturing Environments that are Fertile for Innovation.
My Engagement with Multidisciplinary Teams around the Globe has Sharpened my Ability to Steer Complex Supply Chain and Manufacturing Projects from Conception to Completion, always Valuing the Power of Collaboration and the Richness of Diverse
Perspectives. With every Initiative, my Goal is to Imprint a Lasting Impact on the Industries I Serve, ensuring that each Breakthrough Leads to Extraordinary Success and Advances the Field toward Greater Sustainability and Efficiency.
In my Pursuit to Transform Theoretical Concepts into Concrete Results, I utilize “ZAUQ”
Employing Innovation and Creativity with a Discerning Appreciation for Excellence and Precision—in every Strategic Framework I craft. Through Initiatives like ZAUQ, TEHQEEQ,
IRTIQA, and AFKAAR, I Adapt and Apply Global Ideas into Strategies that Resonate locally, Empowering Communities and Organizations alike, and Fostering an Ecosystem where
advancement in Supply Chain and Manufacturing Processes enhances Efficiency, Productivity and Impact.
LEADER
Embodying the Resilience of a Mountaineer, my Leadership navigates Corporate Challenges with a Focus on Strategic Success , Responsible Decision Making and Sustainability.
I draw inspiration from the Disciplined, Strategic and Sustainable approach of mountaineers. I Practice Climbing ethos of Mountaineers into my Leadership Style taking each Project and Startup as a Climbing Expedition.
More on: Summiting Leadership: Lessons from Mountaineer’s Approach
INNOVATOR
As an Innovator, my strategy involves Leveraging Disruptive Transformations to Foster Sustainable, Profitable Growth. This approach is rooted in the concept of Growth Hacking, which relies on the Strategic Convergence of Disruptive, Diverse Technologies and Expertise. By Integrating various Technological Disciplines, I aim to create Innovative Solutions that Drive Significant Growth and Impact Humanity at Large.
This strategy is about not just Adapting to Change but actively shaping it to achieve Strategic Objectives and maintain a Competitive Edge in the Fast-Evolving Business World.
RESEARCHER
As a keen Researcher, I focus on Key Areas including Healthcare, Agriculture, Biotechnology, Pharmaceuticals, and Manufacturing, utilizing Industry 4.0 Technologies. My Research encompasses Supply Chain Digital Transformation, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Industrial Internet of Things, and AUTO Identification with RFID.
This diverse focus aims to Address both Commercial and Social Challenges such as Patient Safety, Universal Health Coverage, Digital Transformation, and Enhancing Efficiency and Productivity. My approach is driven by the Goal of achieving Innovation-Led Growth, employing the Quad Helix Model of Innovation to ensure Comprehensive, Multi-Dimensional solutions.
EXPLORER
As an Explorer, my Passion Drives me to Venture into the Lesser-Known paths to immerse myself in the rich Diversity of Landscapes and Cultures. From the vast Deserts of Cholistan and Thar to the Majestic Karakoram-Himalayan mountain ranges, my exploration extends to understanding the unique cultures of the Wakhi and Kalasha People, and delving into the historical depths of Taxila and Andalucía.
This journey is not just about Geographical Exploration, but a deeper quest to appreciate the Myriad of Human Experiences and Histories that these places Embody.
More on: MY TRAVELS MY PHOTOGRAPHY VIDEOS
ADVENTURER
As an Adventurer, I Embody the Spirit of an Adrenaline Enthusiast, Passionately Engaging in Climbing, Trekking, Hiking, Paragliding, Scuba Diving, and Racing.
My Approach to Adventure Sports is not just about Seeking Thrills but also about Confronting and Overcoming Personal Fears, always Prioritizing Professional Preparation and Safety. This Journey is a Testament to the Belief that the True Conquest in these Endeavors lies within Ourselves, not just in the Physical Feats we Accomplish.
It’s Not the Mountains We Conquer but Ourselves
More on: Conquering Self: The Journey of an Adventurer Beyond Limits
PHOTOGRAPHY
In my Photography, I Capture the Essence of People, Places, and Landscapes, Embracing the Beauty of Night Photography while Exploring Diverse Cultures and Remote Regions.
My Passion Extends to Capturing the Grandeur of Mountains, Stars, and Galaxies, seeking the Extraordinary in the Ordinary. Photography, to me, is more than just capturing images; it’s an Artform Rooted in Observation and Perspective, finding Intrigue and Wonder in the simplest of Scenes and the Way these elements are Perceived and Interpreted.
More on: People Photography Adventure Photography Mountain Photography Travel Photography
TRAVELLING
In my Travels, I Immerse myself in the Richness of Different Cultures, Relishing the Diverse People, Places, Food, and Rituals I encounter. Each journey is an Exploration of Remote Regions, Mountains, and Less-Trodden Paths, offering Unique Adventures and Insights.
Travel, for me, is a Transformative Experience that Broadens Perspectives and Deepens understanding, allowing me to view the world and its Myriad Cultures with Continually renewed eyes and an Ever-evolving appreciation for the Tapestry of Life.
My work
Rizwan Buttar is a Visionary Leader who Crafts and Executes Strategies for Innovation, Research, and Corporate Disruption, with a Focus on Fostering New Ventures. He Integrates cutting-edge Technologies to Transform Healthcare, Life Sciences, and Manufacturing, addressing both Commercial and Social Challenges. His approach involves Empowering Organizations and Teams to Innovate with Agility, Drawing on Methodologies such as the Startup Studio Model, Design Thinking, and the Integration of Data Science, AI, ML, Computer Vision, Health Tech, Embedded Systems, Industry 4.0, and Digital Transformation.
My upcoming Book and Strategic framework INNOVATE FASTER
Strategic Frameworks that I follow
Co-Shaping the Future Quadruple Helix Model of innovation
Blue Ocean Strategy by Renée Mauborgne and W. Chan Kim
The Anticipatory Organization: Turn Disruption and Change Into Opportunity and Advantage by Daniel Burrus
The Invincible Company: How to Constantly Reinvent Your Organization with Inspiration From the World’s Best Business Models by Alexander Osterwalder
Disciplined Entrepreneurship: 24 Steps to a Successful Startup – by Bill Aulet
The Lean Startup: How Today’s Entrepreneurs Use Continuous Innovation to Create Radically Successful Businesses by Eric Ries
