ZS Amplifies Major Investment in Global Gen AI and AI-Driven SaaS Products

ZS, a renowned management consulting and technology firm, is embarking on a new phase of growth with the introduction of a specialized business unit focusing on its successful cloud-based platforms and products. The initiative reflects the company’s sustained client engagement and its strategic investment in software-as-a-service (SaaS) over the past decade, leading to significant advancements in sectors ranging from life sciences to hospitality. According to forecasts by Fortune Business Insights, the SaaS market is poised for explosive growth, anticipated to increase from $237.48 billion in 2022 to $908.21 billion by 2030.

To steer this ambitious endeavor, ZS has appointed its Chairman, Jaideep Bajaj, as the head of the new business unit. This move is aligned with ZS’s goal to integrate its platforms and products more deeply into its growth strategy. 

“ZS clients are facing a wide array of business challenges. While platforms and products are not new to ZS, the creation of this new business unit will allow us to better serve clients with complementary, world-class product and consulting services. Through both our historic consulting services and technology offerings, we’ll continue to help companies realize their digital operating models, drive business transformation and respond to changing market needs by using ZS’s AI-powered, globally applicable, self-serve technologies.”- Jaideep Bajaj

Key Technologies Under the New Unit

ZAIDYN: A Cloud-Native Analytics Platform

ZAIDYN by ZS, utilized by over 120 clients in 65 countries, exemplifies ZS’s commitment to technological advancement. This platform leverages proprietary AI to enhance market understanding, customer connections, and engagement strategies, supported by integrations with Amazon Web Services and major CRM systems like Salesforce and Veeva.

Max.AI: Next-Generation AI Platform

The introduction of Max.AI, a pioneering AI and generative AI platform, marks a significant milestone in ZS’s product offerings. Designed to address the increasing demand for generative AI capabilities, Max.AI enables clients to develop domain-specific AI agents and applications that seamlessly integrate public and private data in a secure environment. Max.AI is currently accessible on AWS Marketplace and Azure Marketplace, with plans for an imminent rollout to additional top cloud marketplaces.

Pratap Khedkar, CEO of ZS, reflects on the firm’s evolution into a comprehensive solution provider, noting the strategic benefits of offering integrated consulting services and innovative technologies. This holistic approach aims to support clients in achieving their most ambitious goals.

“The list of firms who can provide both top-flight consulting services and innovative technology products is short, and I’m pleased ZS clients will benefit from the breadth of our offerings.Our work to transform ZS into a one-stop shop has not been easy, but it’s worth it to help our clients achieve their loftiest goals”, said Pratap Khedkar.

ZS invites current and potential clients to discover more about the newly formed ZS Platform and Products business unit and explore how ZS’s comprehensive solutions can drive their success.

About ZS

Founded in 1983, ZS has grown to embody the intersection of management consulting and technology, with a focus on transforming global healthcare. Leveraging state-of-the-art analytics and technologies, ZS empowers clients to make smarter decisions and achieve better outcomes. With over 13,000 professionals across 35 offices globally, ZS continues to be a leader in driving industry innovations.