Envision. Build. Succeed.

Employee-driven innovation to transform employee ideas into sustainable competitive advantage and elevate customer experience. Participate and watch your idea transform Analytix!

Objectives of Innovation Program

  • Competitive Advantage: Innovation program will help us develop unique products and services that set us apart from competitors.
  • Meeting Customer Demands: By embracing innovation, we can better meet customer needs and expectations.
  • Business Growth: Successful innovation program will contribute to the overall business growth of Analytix.
  • Efficiency and Productivity: Innovations will lead to more efficient processes and increased productivity.
  • Attracting Talent: Organizations that foster innovation are able to attract and retain top talent.
  • Resilience and Sustainability: The innovation program will help Analytix adapt to changes and remain resilient in dynamic markets.

Evaluation Criteria

Feasibility

Originality

Strategy Alignment

Increase in Revenue

Reduction in Cost

Customer Experience

Employee Experience

Prizes

1st Prize
₹1,50,000
2nd Prize
₹1,00,000
3rd Prize
₹50,000
8 Recognitions
₹25,000

Innovation Program:
An Overview

Program Life Cycle Overview

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  • - Duration 9 Weeks
  • - Submission Form -Click Here
  • - 100% Collection on valid form
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  • - Duration 4 Weeks(2 week, 2 Presentation)
  • - Evaluation of 100% ideas
  • - Presentation, Soft Pitch
program life cycle-3
  • - Duration 4 Weeks
  • - Idea nurturing by Innovation Guardian
  • - Presentation & Pitch to SLT
  • - First Cash reward release
program life cycle-4
  • - Duration 14 Weeks
  • - Design and implement proof of concept
  • - Top 4 winners upon Successful Implementation
  • - Certification & Cash rewards
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Full Scale Implementation

Learning & Development Activities

IDEA SUBMISSION

    10th Mar - 12th May

  • Innovation and Creativity
  • Six Sigma: Business Case, Project Charter, and Tools
INITIAL EVALUATION

    20th May - 17th June

  • Story-telling Techniques
  • Presentation Skills
FINAL EVALUATION

    23rd July - 19th Aug

  • Leader camp on-boarding Custo Design Thinking
PILOT

    3rd Sep - 10th Dec

  • Project management training

Steering Group

Satish Patel

CEO

John Mathew

COO

Rajiv Bhatia

President & Country Head

Alok Bhatt

Senior Vice President

Innovation Guardians

Rahul Bhattacharya,
Sr. Vice President (Operations) - Accounts

Meet Rahul, an innovative and results-driven professional specializing in Operations Management for back office processes. With extensive experience managing large teams of finance and insurance professionals, Rahul excels in maintaining high engagement with multidisciplinary global teams, mainly in the US and Europe. Renowned for creating resilient back office operations in India for Royal Bank of Scotland and XL Capital, Rahul has been strategically involved in setting up key people and operational strategies, policies, and practices. As an Innovation Guardian, Rahul’s expertise will help you streamline and optimize your ideas for operational excellence. Need strategic advice on back office operations? Rahul is your go-to expert.

Anup D. Solanki,
General Manager – Corporate USA

"Meet Anup Solanki, a valuable addition to our North American team, bringing extensive experience and expertise to our operations. As Controller, Anup oversees US financials, manages client relationships, and leads the growth of our Netsuite vertical. He also ensures seamless collaboration between our US and India accounting teams. Anup's journey at Analytix is marked by remarkable progression, rising from the grassroots level to a key leadership role. As an Innovation Guardian, Anup’s expertise will help you streamline financial operations and enhance client relationships. Need advice on financial management or client relations? Anup is your go-to expert!"

Jagruti H. Patel,
Director - IT & Web Services

"Meet Jagruti, the dynamic leader of our IT development and delivery teams, who also excels in business development. With a robust foundation in engineering and programming support, she brings both technical prowess and strategic vision to the table. Jagruti's leadership and management experience ensure that projects are executed seamlessly, driving innovation and growth. As an Innovation Guardian, she is your perfect ally for refining IT solutions and business strategies. Need technical guidance or leadership advice? Jagruti's got you covered!"

Ajay Pillai,
General Manager – Healthcare Service

"Meet Ajay Pillai, our General Manager in Healthcare Solutions. Ajay excels in operational excellence and client satisfaction, developing strategies that enhance service delivery and ensure regulatory compliance. His leadership in strategic planning, budgeting, and team management has solidified Analytix Solutions' standing in the healthcare sector. As an Innovation Guardian, Ajay’s expertise will help you refine your ideas for maximum impact. Need guidance on healthcare operations or strategic planning? Ajay is your go-to expert!"

Ankur Chakraborty,
Chief Financial Officer

"Meet Ankur, our strategic financial expert with over 20 years of experience in financial planning and analysis. As a seasoned financial steward, he's helped clients navigate business ups and downs. Serving as CFO at Analytix for the past 5 years, Ankur has driven growth in FP&A, financial control, and compliance for the India entity. Ankur is passionate about collaborating with like-minded innovators to shape the future of technology. As an Innovation Guardian, his financial acumen and strategic insight will help you refine your ideas for maximum impact. Need financial guidance or strategic advice? Ankur is your ideal ally!"

Sandeep Mudaliar,
Vice President - HR

"Meet Sandeep, our Vice President & Head of Human Resources, with over two decades of experience as an HR strategist and transformation leader. Sandeep has worked across industries like Life Sciences, Healthcare, IT, and Outsourcing, bringing extensive expertise. He advises CXO-level management on people management and talent development, collaborates with top executives on employee engagement and retention strategies, and leads HR outsourcing services globally. Sandeep is also an active contributor to industry forums and academic institutes. As an Innovation Guardian, Sandeep’s HR expertise will help you develop strong people-oriented practices. Need HR strategy advice? Sandeep is your go-to expert!"

Hemil Shah,
General Manager - Risk & Compliance

"Meet Hemil, our seasoned Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) with 20 years of experience safeguarding organizational assets. His expertise includes risk management, compliance audits, threat analysis, and robust information security frameworks. Passionate about security awareness, Hemil is dedicated to protecting sensitive information and driving innovation at Analytix. As an Innovation Guardian, his keen eye for security will help you refine your ideas while ensuring they are secure and compliant. Need advice on risk management or information security? Hemil is your go-to expert!"

Michelle Mahov,
Vice President - US Corporate Marketing

"Meet Michelle, a dynamic marketing leader with over 20 years of experience in B2B marketing strategy. She has driven growth for global tech advisory firms and high-growth SaaS companies by building and executing high-yielding marketing plans. Leading our talented marketing team, Michelle is dedicated to advancing Analytix’s mission of empowering SMBs with technology-enabled solutions that drive growth and profitability. As an Innovation Guardian, Michelle's strategic insight will help you refine and amplify your ideas. Need marketing strategy advice? Michelle is your go-to expert!"

Smesh Chittore,
Assistant VP - AV & ESS

"Meet Smesh Chittore, our Assistant Vice President of the AV & ESS division with 13 years of expertise in consulting, control system programming, system design, program management, and project/team management. From boardrooms to large-scale themed venues, Smesh excels in delivering practical AV designs, ensuring they come to life with the most suitable technology. Awarded Best Programmer of the Year in 2015-2016, Smesh is an innovative thinker who believes in crafting the finest AV solutions for clients. As an Innovation Guardian, his creativity and technical prowess will help you refine and implement your ideas. Need expert AV design or programming advice? Smesh is your go-to guide!"

Aniruddh B. Patel,
Sr. Operations Manager - DMS

"Meet Aniruddh Patel, our Senior Operations Manager in Data Management, with an impressive 17 years at the company. Aniruddh is a master at team leadership, process optimization, and building strong client relationships. He excels in setting high performance standards, mentoring team members, and conducting thorough performance evaluations to drive professional growth. As the primary point of contact for clients, Aniruddh ensures their needs are understood and met, tailoring solutions to their evolving requirements and promptly addressing any concerns. As an Innovation Guardian, Aniruddh's extensive experience and dedication to excellence will help you refine your ideas and elevate your projects. Need guidance on data management or client relations? Aniruddh is your go-to expert!"

Dipak Shah,
General Manager - Account

"Meet Dipak Shah, an expert in accounting and a master problem solver. Dipak is a keen observer who believes in dedication and excels in conducting feasibility checks to find optimum solutions. As an Innovation Guardian, Dipak’s sharp eye for detail and strategic insight will help you refine and perfect your ideas. Need expert accounting advice or a reliable problem solver? Dipak is your go-to guide!"

Dhanajay J. Dave,
Consulting Controller/Part Time CFO - US Accounts

"Meet Dhananjay Dave, our Consulting Controller at Analytix Solutions. With specialties in Financial Services, Accounting, Management Consulting, and Competitive Analysis, Dhananjay is client-focused and excels in Accounting Outsourcing, Controller roles, Part-Time CFO duties, and Client Accounting Services. As an Innovation Guardian, Dhananjay’s expertise will help you streamline your financial strategies and ensure robust accounting practices. Need financial guidance or consulting advice? Dhananjay is your go-to expert!"

Billy Kozicki,
Sr. Product Manager - IT Services

"Meet Billy, a versatile innovator with extensive experience in developing new products and expanding markets across various industries, including document management, messaging platforms, fraud detection, IoT, and Fintech. Based in Florida, Billy works closely with the Insight Products team to propel products to market success. As an Innovation Guardian, his broad expertise will help you refine your ideas and ensure they thrive in the market. Need advice on product development or market expansion? Billy is your go-to guide!"

Melanie Tringali,
Director of Marketing - US Marketing

"Meet Melanie, our marketing maestro with over 20 years of experience in demand generation, digital marketing, branding, event management, product marketing, and public relations. Known for building strong brands and implementing strategic campaigns, Melanie drives leads, generates revenue, and boosts customer engagement. As an Innovation Guardian, Melanie's marketing prowess will help you refine your ideas and amplify your reach. Need strategic marketing advice or branding insights? Melanie is your go-to expert!"

Darshak H. Mehta,
Manager Restaurant - Direct

"Meet Darshak Mehta, a problem solver with over 10 years of experience, dedicated to simplifying business for entrepreneurs. Specializing in business advisory services for restaurants, Darshak sets goals, tracks progress with MIS reports, and evaluates performance weekly to ensure continuous improvement. As an Innovation Guardian, Darshak’s expertise in business analysis will help you enhance your strategies. Need advice on boosting business performance? Darshak is your go-to expert!"

Smurti R. Sarangi,
General Manager - IT Product

"Meet Smruti, a veteran in IT product management with over 20 years of experience. As the former General Manager of Products at Analytix, and with senior roles at UST and CSC, he’s led cross-functional teams and driven innovation for clients like Johnson & Johnson and Blue Cross Blue Shield. Smruti excels in evaluating ideas against critical success factors, ensuring they become impactful business applications. As an Innovation Guardian, his expertise will help you refine and develop your ideas. Need guidance on IT product management or strategic planning? Smruti is here to assist!"

Jason Morin,
Vice President of Healthcare - Healthcare

"Meet Jason, a seasoned healthcare leader with over 25 years of experience in strategic planning, revenue cycle management, public policy, and government affairs. As the Vice President of Healthcare Solutions at Analytix Solutions, he plays a key role in driving growth and innovation in the healthcare vertical. With a proven track record in enhancing market access and reimbursement strategies, Jason has held leadership roles at national and regional healthcare organizations, including Coloplast, HOMES Association, and Home Care Specialists Inc. His background as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) adds a unique clinical perspective to his expertise. Committed to navigating complex payer landscapes and optimizing healthcare operations, Jason is the ideal partner for organizations seeking strategic and results-driven healthcare solutions!"

Krishnakumar Chellappanpillai,
Principal Consultant–IT Services and Solutions-Corporate

"Meet Krishnakumar, a seasoned technology leader with extensive expertise in led Large programs, Solution architecture, digital transformation, and AI-driven implementations. As the Principal Consultant (Technology) at Analytix Business Solutions, he plays a pivotal role in driving complex enterprise solutions, cloud migrations, and cutting-edge GenAI implementations. With a strong track record in large-scale transformation programs, divestiture solutions, and CRM innovations, he brings deep technical acumen and strategic vision to every project. His expertise in hybrid cloud, telecom transformations, and business solution architecture makes him a trusted partner in delivering high-impact technology solutions. Looking for a visionary architect to lead your next transformation? Krishnakumar is the expert you need! "

Madhavi D. Trivedi,
Assistant Vice President-Corporate

"Meet Madhavi, a visionary financial expert leading the way in Business Planning and Analysis, Audit, Assurance, Risk Advisory, Process Optimisation, and Virtual CFO Services. With a stellar academic record and extensive corporate experience across Indian and multinational entities, she brings 19+ years of expertise to the table. As the Head of Financial Planning & Analysis at Analytix, Madhavi has led various activities related to budgets, forecasts, and planning. She has taken several initiatives to optimize costs, improve cash flows, and eliminate redundancies and duplications, making financial processes more efficient. Her global experience spans the UK, USA, and Dubai markets, covering industries like consulting, telecom, healthcare, manufacturing, retail, and more. Backed by a skilled team, she is committed to driving financial success through strategic advisory, audit, and risk management. Looking for expert financial guidance? Madhavi is your go-to partner!"

Chetan P. Ostwal,
Vice President-AV & ESS

"Meet Chetan, a results-driven leader with over 15 years of experience in the AV industry. As the VP of Business Operations at Analytix, he plays a key role in driving operational excellence, business growth, and client satisfaction. With deep expertise in AV integration, engineering, programming, and consulting, Chetan has successfully led cross-functional teams and implemented strategic initiatives to optimize project outcomes. His strong leadership, operational efficiency, and commitment to client success make him a trusted partner in the industry. Always staying ahead of emerging technologies and trends, Chetan is dedicated to delivering high-quality AV solutions. Looking for an expert to navigate the complexities of the AV landscape? Chetan is your go-to professional!"



Business Transformation Services drives digital innovation and process excellence for Analytix and our clients. We pioneer innovative solutions that enhance customer experiences and elevate employee satisfaction, reinforcing the commitment of Analytix to excellence and transformative growth.

Meet Our Program Committee

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Sunil Mistry

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Himanshu S. Ratnaparkhi

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Krishna K. Unadkat

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Vaishali R. Jathanna

Sandeep's Photo

Sandeep N. Chauhan

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Pooja P. Dhakar

Meet Our Program Enablers

Vikas H. Arora

Vikas H. Arora

Akash G. Gohil

Akash G. Gohil

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

The AIX Innovation Program is designed to promote innovative thinking among AIX employees by encouraging their contributions to the company's growth and development. Through this program, we aim to:

  • Fuel our identity as an innovation powerhouse, embodying our core corporate values of: Innovation & Creativity
  • Encourage employee engagement and participation in the company's growth and development.
  • Identify & implement innovative ideas that will increase revenue, reduce cost, improve customer experience & employee experience.
  • Recognize the best innovation ideas.

Every employee of Analytix is eligible to participate in this program and contribute his/her ideas except for the members of Innovation Program Committee.

Innovation signifies discovering novel and efficient approaches to enhance efficiency, create value, and address challenges. It involves introducing new products, services, strategies, or business models that increase value and drive growth. Any idea which works in alignment with the above is welcomed for submission.

You can submit your ideas through our dedicated Innovation Program portal. Go to the Innovation portal, Login with just a click on Microsoft logo. Now, navigate to “Idea Form” tab under User section and follow the instructions to fill in the form and then Submit it. You may also choose to “save it as draft” if you want to fill in the remaining form later but do submit the form before the deadline for it to be evaluated.

Of course! We welcome every innovative idea, no matter how many ideas you submit. Every idea that is successfully submitted will be evaluated.

Yes. To keep the uniformity and maintain the set criteria for evaluation, we have designed an Idea Submission Form which you will have to fill in to submit your idea. For every idea that you want to submit, you must fill in a separate form.

Yes, there is a deadline for idea submissions. You may check the program timeline details on our Innovation portal.

The submitted ideas will be evaluated based on the following criteria:

  • Feasibility - Is the idea implementable within AIX capabilities.
  • Originality – Is the idea unique and innovative, not previously implemented within the company.
  • Alignment – Does the idea align with the company's target customers and services/product strategy.
  • Impact – How much impact does the idea have on critical business metrics – Increase in Revenue, Decrease in Cost, Increase in Customer Experience, and Increase in Employee Experience.

Note: Employees are encouraged to submit ideas that align with the company's policies and do not infringe upon any legal, ethical, or privacy issues.

No, the ideas that are saved as draft but not submitted will not be considered for evaluation. Therefore, we sincerely request everyone to submit their valuable ideas before the deadline.

Guardians are the senior leaders within the company who, along with the SLTs, are responsible for evaluating the submitted ideas.

No, once you have successfully submitted the idea you will not be able to edit it. However, while your idea is still “Saved as draft” but not submitted, you will be able to edit that.

Definitely! Innovative ideas that are selected will be rewarded. Please find below, the reward distribution criteria:

  • Idea Selection: Top 8 ideas that are selected will be rewarded with Rs. 25,000/- for each idea.
  • Success of Pilot:
    • 1st Prize: Rs. 1,50,000/-
    • 2nd Prize Rs. 1,00,000/-
    • 3rd Prize Rs. 50,000/-

Yes, you may either submit idea(s) as a single entity or as a team.

The idea evaluation done by the Guardians and SLTs will be final and idea selection will totally be based on the scores of the ideas so please rest assured.

Yes. The idea submitter, be it a single individual or a team, will be duly credited for their idea(s).

From a business perspective, innovation encompasses enhancing revenues, margins, competitiveness, and unique value propositions through fresh and effective methodologies. Any idea which works in alignment with the above is welcomed for submission.

Yes, there are special learning programs from our Learning & Development team provided for the participants. Please find the details below:

  • Innovation and Creativity Mindset (1 hour 20 min, Idea Submission Stage)
  • Six Sigma: Business Case, Project Charter, and Tools (1 hour 26 min, Idea Submission Stage)
  • Story-telling Techniques activity (2 hours, Initial Evaluation Stage)
  • Presentation Skills (2 hours, Initial Evaluation Stage)
  • Leader camp on-demand: Becoming Customer-Centric with Design Thinking (1 hour, Final SLT Evaluation Stage)
  • Project management training / On demand (1 hour, Pilot Implementation Stage)

If you have any further query, concern or dispute, or need more information regarding the program please feel free to reach out to our Innovation team at innovation@analytix.com. We will be happy to help you!

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