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Koushik Guntur Nagarajan

Bengaluru

Summary

Strategic and visionary technology leader with 25 years of global experience spearheading business transformation through AI, data analytics, and innovation. Currently driving GenAI strategy at Ramsay Health Care, aligning cutting-edge technologies with enterprise objectives to deliver high-impact outcomes. Also serving as a pseudo product lead for GenAI solutions—defining product roadmaps, performing competitive analysis, and shaping user-centric innovations that directly impact customer experience. Proven track record in establishing Centers of Excellence, managing global delivery hubs, and leading cross-functional teams across North America and Europe. Adept at translating complex challenges into scalable, AI-enabled solutions. Committed to building inclusive, future-ready teams that foster continuous innovation and sustainable growth.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

GenAI Technical Business Analyst

Tata Consultancy Services
03.2024 - Current
Project 1: Ramsay Scribe

A GenAI-powered clinical documentation tool for surgeons and hospital staff.

  • Led end-to-end discovery, process mapping, and requirements gathering for the MVP and scaled iterations.
  • Orchestrated over 30 cross-functional stakeholder workshops, including clinical leads and hospital executives.
  • Defined Epics, User Stories, and Acceptance Criteria; managed backlog grooming, sprint readiness, and scope control.
  • Participated in a mini-RFP process from a technical BA perspective—evaluated three vendor solutions, conducted feature comparisons, and recommended the most suitable product for Ramsay's clinical and technical needs.
  • Supported STT (Speech-to-Text) prompt engineering, audio analysis, AI/ML model evaluation, and HL7 interface integration.
  • Facilitated change management activities during the prototype phase, ensuring clinical adoption readiness and stakeholder alignment.
  • Designed and analyzed feedback instruments, including the PDQI-9 questionnaire and custom post-pilot evaluation surveys, to capture structured insights from end users.
  • Coordinated UAT planning, defect triaging, and hypercare support during pilot and production rollouts.
  • Aligned closely with clinical governance, legal, and privacy teams to ensure regulatory compliance and patient data protection.
Project 2: [Name Withheld – Under NDA]

A GenAI initiative focused on optimizing operational workflows.

  • Collaborated with enterprise architects and engineers to define UI/UX flows, system integration, and data architecture.
  • Facilitated backlog prioritization, sprint planning, and end-to-end testing across multi-disciplinary teams.
  • Conducted user interviews, mapped user journeys, and translated key business pain points into structured user stories.
Project 3: [Name Withheld – Under NDA]

Transitioning a GenAI proof-of-concept into a production-grade solution.

  • Acted as the primary liaison between business owners, clinical users, and product teams to refine and scale the pilot.
  • Led scope definition, sprint planning, and backlog refinement to meet evolving user and compliance requirements.
  • Delivered product demonstrations, gathered structured feedback, and iterated features based on real-world usage insights.

Consultant – Practice Manager & Pre-Sales Lead

Tata Consultancy Services
07.2018 - 03.2024
  • Spearheaded the integration of OpenAI models into enterprise solutions, driving a transformative shift in AI capabilities and cultivating a culture of continuous innovation.
  • Led Pre-Sales efforts across a portfolio valued at $380M for high-profile clients, including Apple and Microsoft, providing strategic guidance on solution design, value proposition, and ROI, resulting in successful deals and long-term partnerships.
  • Played a pivotal role in expanding data analytics and AI service offerings across multiple global regions, directly contributing to substantial business growth and new market penetration.
  • Managed a diverse portfolio of projects ranging from $750M to $1.3B, ensuring the on-time, on-budget delivery of cutting-edge solutions with measurable impact.
  • Recognized for leading innovative initiatives that enhanced operational efficiency, optimizing both internal processes and client-facing services.
  • Collaborated closely with business development teams to refine sales pitches, deliver client presentations, and craft custom solutions tailored to meet evolving client needs and market demands.

Senior Manager

Accenture Solutions Private Limited
11.2004 - 06.2018
  • Led Workday Capability Delivery Excellence as Lead and Hiring Partner, achieving a 61% increase in capability within 18 months.
  • Transformed the Factory Services model, driving a 21% increase in productivity through strategic operational improvements.
  • Received multiple ACE awards for delivery excellence, leadership, and team development.
  • Managed a project portfolio valued at $750M–$1.3B, leading cross-functional teams of 170+ FTEs to deliver high-impact solutions on time and within budget.
  • Directed and developed teams of up to 230 FTEs, promoting inclusive leadership, coaching, and performance optimization.
  • Cultivated senior stakeholder relationships, supporting strategic planning and contributing to long-term client success.
  • Oversaw account profitability, monitored financial metrics, and acted as a trusted advisor to drive client growth.
  • Introduced streamlined project management practices, reducing delivery timelines by 90% and improving profitability by 87%.
  • Implemented a strategic client account management framework, resulting in a 98% boost in engagement and a 94% increase in retention.

Quality Engineer - I

Cellarstone India Private Limited
05.2003 - 10.2004

- Led product development and quality control initiatives, ensuring the delivery of high-performance software solutions and enhancing customer satisfaction.

Application Developer & Test Engineer

KaNini Consultant Pvt Ltd
05.2000 - 04.2003

Developed and tested a wide range of applications, contributing to the delivery of high-quality software products and meeting client expectations.

Education

Master of Computer Applications - Computer Applications Development

University of Madras
Vellore, India
03-2000

Bachelor of Science - Physics

University of Madras
Melvisharam, India
03-1997

Skills

  • Generative AI Strategy & Implementation
  • AI/ML Use Case Development
  • Healthcare Tech (HL7 Integration, Clinical Systems)
  • Agile & Scrum Methodologies
  • Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)
  • Automation & Process Optimization
  • Collaboration Tools (JIRA, Confluence)

Certification

  • Silver Certified Mentor – TCS In-house | May 2025
  • Generative AI for Business Analysts from PM-Partners! | Mar 2025
  • Advisory Consulting – TCS In-house | Mar 2024
  • Databricks Lakehouse Fundamental | Jan 2024
  • Growth & Transformation Leader – TCS in 2023
  • ICAgile Certified Professional – Agile Coaching | 2022
  • Certified Scrum Master | 2020
  • Leading Organizations and Change – MIT Sloan | 2019
  • DevOps Agile Skills Association (DASA) Coach Program | 2018
  • ITIL: Foundation Certified & Service Operations | 2013

Languages

English
Full Professional
Hindi
Limited Working
Telugu
Full Professional
Tamil
Full Professional
Kannada
Limited Working

Timeline

GenAI Technical Business Analyst

Tata Consultancy Services
03.2024 - Current

Consultant – Practice Manager & Pre-Sales Lead

Tata Consultancy Services
07.2018 - 03.2024

Senior Manager

Accenture Solutions Private Limited
11.2004 - 06.2018

Quality Engineer - I

Cellarstone India Private Limited
05.2003 - 10.2004

Application Developer & Test Engineer

KaNini Consultant Pvt Ltd
05.2000 - 04.2003

Master of Computer Applications - Computer Applications Development

University of Madras

Bachelor of Science - Physics

University of Madras
Koushik Guntur Nagarajan