At GSANTCK Solutions Pvt Ltd, our journey is a testament to the deep industry knowledge and unwavering commitment to excellence of our founders, who bring a combined 60 years of professional experience in the test and automation industry. Our mission is to offer state-of-the-art solutions tailored to the unique challenges of our clients, leveraging the extensive expertise of our founders.
Gopalakrishnan KM's career is a narrative of relentless pursuit of excellence, starting in 1993 at BPL SANYO Tech. Specializing in audio and radio test processes, he quickly distinguished himself in the manufacturing operations sector. His career, spanning over three decades, includes pivotal roles at global giants like Microsoft and Nokia.
Gopalakrishnan's nine-year tenure at Microsoft saw him rise to Senior Factory Manager-Component Supply Base in Shanghai, China. Here, he managed a $350 million component supply base across 27 factories, leading cross-functional teams and ensuring supplier readiness for new product launches. In Hanoi, Vietnam, as Head of Product Management, he managed the factory product lifecycle and engineering readiness for new product launches.
In Chennai, India, Gopalakrishnan held significant roles such as Factory Product Manager and Test Engineering Manager. He led product engineering teams and cross-functional teams for successful product and process ramp-ups, overseeing new manufacturing process planning and execution.
Gopalakrishnan’s expertise spans engineering, operations, quality, supply chain, and supply operations within the testing, mobile phone, and IT hardware manufacturing industries. His extensive experience in business creation, management, ownership, and development is a cornerstone of GSANTCK's success.
With a passion for exploring new opportunities, Gopalakrishnan is dedicated to creating, managing, and growing businesses with a foundation of honesty and integrity in both personal and professional endeavors. His career has been a continuous build-up, leading to the establishment of GSANTCK, where his vision and expertise drive the company forward.
Frank Dodge's career began at Hewlett Packard in 1986, where he specialized in HP3065 board-level in-circuit tests. His entrepreneurial journey took a significant turn in 1993 when he founded FDI Technologies, offering HP3070 board-level in-circuit test development and fixture hardware design. His partnership with APG Test Consultants in 1997 further honed his leadership in R&D and manufacturing for HP3070 test fixtures.
Frank is actively involved in his local church and community service organizations, such as Rotary and the local Chamber of Commerce. He is committed to service and support to local members, reflecting his dedication to community values.
Frank’s expertise encompasses general engineering and manufacturing within the testing industry, including audio, RF, optical, FCT, and ICT. His deep history in business creation, management, ownership, development, and sales is instrumental in GSANTCK’s innovative approach.
Frank's entrepreneurial journey spans various industries and market conditions, from test and manufacturing to hair salons and brick-and-mortar retail sales. His passion for exploring new opportunities and his unwavering commitment to honesty and integrity have been pivotal in shaping GSANTCK’s growth.
The lives of Gopalakrishnan KM and Frank Dodge have been a continuous build-up to the founding of GSANTCK Solutions Pvt Ltd. Their extensive and diverse experiences in the test and automation industry, combined with their entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to excellence, have culminated in the creation of a company dedicated to addressing the unique challenges of its clients. GSANTCK stands as a testament to their vision, expertise, and lifelong dedication to innovation and integrity.