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Sashikant in a few words
Accomplished business leader over 25 years’ experience in management consulting with Tier 1 Management Consulting firms, shaping and executing digital transformation strategies across corporates as well as start-ups. Rounded experience in shaping strategy and helping clients shape growth/ GTM strategies, and leading execution. Board and CEO advisor on a range of transformational topics including Digital Transformation, Growth/ GTM Strategy, Market entry, Cybersecurity and Industry 4.0 – across TME, Healthcare and life Sciences, Energy and Utilities, and Public Sector.
Successfully ran multi-million-dollar global technology businesses across the entire lifecycle from launching new businesses, diversifying portfolios, and leading consultatively and collaboratively in cross-cultural environments. Diverse experience across a wide spectrum of technology products including ERP, CRM/ Customer Experience, Supply Chain, HRMS, Analytics, Analytics, and disruptive tech e.g. AI/ ML, Blockchain and Cybersecurity.
Extensive experience advising clients with cloud-led transformative models, innovation and competitive advantage. Founded two pioneering & disruptive startups. Proven track record as a business builder running large books of $100+M, and building and scaling consulting businesses, fostering long-term relationships with client CEOs/ Boards, functional executives and deep partner relationships.
Acknowledged thought leader in the areas of Digital Transformations, Enterprise Applications, Advanced Analytics and IoT. Published author of several whitepapers, and patent recipient in IoT-enabled Traffic Management System.
Experience
- FreelanceStrategic AdvisorSeptember 2022 - Today (2 years and 3 months)- Advices Boards/ CEOs on Digital Strategy and Transformation, advancing the Sustainability agenda- Coaches Founders/ CEOs of Tech Start-ups (B2B/ B2C) on Growth/ GTM Strategy and implementation- Adoption strategies for GenerartiveAI adoption in Enterprises, Risks, Ethical and Regulatory Concerns
- Arthur D. LittleManaging Director - Digital - Middle East & IndiaJanuary 2021 - September 2022 (1 year and 8 months)India- Developed the strategy and business plan for the Digital Practice, and subsequently built and scaled the business in an entrepreneurial mode- Responsible for building and scaling Digital Practice, especially in the Middle East and India/South Asia markets.- Involved in varied opportunities to shape Digital Transformation strategy for clients, and collaborated with CEOs and Boards on a range of strategic topics.- Involved in developing digital strategy, growth and GTM strategy, Cybersecurity strategy and operating models, M&A support for large clients across industries, especially TIME/ TME, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Energy Utilities and Public Sector. Led a turnaround for a strategic client in Technology Services.- Developed a robust ecosystem of "Open Consulting" partners with diverse capabilities to create uniquely differentiation, and competitive edge.- Built diverse portfolio incl AI/ ML, Intelligent Automation, Blockchain, Cybersecurity, IoT/ Smart Solutions, besides traditional Digital and Tech capabilities.- Developed deep industry capabilities by hiring several ex-CXO/ Boards as Senior Advisors- Built new offers in Industry 4.0, Cybersecurity and Data Enabled Sustainability- Panelist/ Keynote Speaker at industry forums. Contributed to Thought leadership in wide range of topics including Connected Healthcare, Sustainability, Ed-Tech, Agri-Tech, R&D Transformation etc
- ZenState ConsultingCo-Founder & Chief Executive OfficerAugust 2019 - December 2020 (1 year and 4 months)Bengaluru, Karnataka, IndiaZenState Consulting is the Independent CIO Advisory Firm. With dozens of person-years, helping clients around the globe across diverse markets and industries, we understand the business of technology and technology of businesses. ZenState caters to the top demands of the Office of the CIO across four broad areas: Sourcing Advisory, Success Advisory, Adoption Advisory, and Interim Management. Small & Medium Enterprises find us extremely strategic and financially rewarding. But, our services being modular, can be consumed by all enterprises irrespective of scale and across industry segments. Our services power businesses with actionable insights to drive a competitive edge, mitigate risks and enable faster time to value. Let's get talking!
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Education
- B.Tech, Mechanical EngineeringCollege of Engineering and Technology, BhubaneswarB.Tech, Mechanical Engineering
- Leadership Program for GE LeadersIndian School of Business2006Leadership Program for GE Leaders