Abhiyanta India Solutions: Navigating Digital Transformation With Virtual Cio Consulting For Small And Mid-Size Enterprises
Dr. Vishad Rahangdale & Umesh Shinde
Directors
Founded in 2013, Abhiyanta India Solutions (AIS) was the brainchild of a group of technology enthusiasts and evangelists who shared a common vision: to empower small and mid-size enterprises (SMEs) in their digital transformation journey. At the time, many businesses struggled to survive in the face of stiff competition and a rapidly changing technological landscape. The founders of AIS recognized that leveraging information technology was not just a luxury but a necessity for staying relevant for these organizations. However, the affordability of these essential tools was a significant challenge for SMEs with limited resources.
AIS saw an opportunity to close this gap by offering strategic IT solutions that fit these businesses’ needs and budgets. From the start, the company focused on small and mid-size enterprises rather than the larger, more established market. AIS achieved tangible results and client value with this focus. The company has earned its clients’ trust and loyalty by consistently providing high-quality SAP services. Many of these clients have been with AIS for years, demonstrating its ability to form lasting partnerships.
“Our goal from the start was to serve small and mid-size businesses rather than large ones. This strategic focus yielded value and results. As a SAP solutions specialist, we quickly gained client praise, many of whom have remained loyal partners”, states Dr. Vishad Rahangdale, Director, AIS.
A Strategic Shift in Focus by the Rise of Virtual CIO Services
Until 2020, AIS primarily focused on SAP services and niche solutions for its clients. However, as the company deepened its relationships with its clients, a new opportunity emerged. Many of these clients began asking AIS for strategic consulting services to help them navigate their digital transformation journeys and align their IT strategies with their overall business objectives. This shift in demand marked a significant change in the mindset of mid-size businesses, who began to see IT as a strategic initiative rather than just a transactional one.
Recognizing this shift, AIS launched its Virtual CIO (vCIO) services to address SMEs’ unique challenges in managing their IT infrastructure and strategy. In-house IT arrangements are often too expensive and come with challenges such as retention, continuity, and accountability. AIS’s vCIO services offer a cost-effective solution by providing strategic IT leadership on an as-needed basis, allowing businesses to benefit from expert guidance without the overhead of a full-time CIO.
“The term vCIO was new to small and mid-sized businesses. AIS had to work hard to prove this service’s value domestically and internationally. Despite initial challenges, we entered the European market, where our high-quality deliveries and professionalism quickly made us a trusted strategic partner. AIS continues to provide vCIO services worldwide, helping businesses of all sizes optimize their IT strategies and achieve digital transformation goals”, adds Vishad.
Tailored Solutions for Strategic IT Management
AIS’ Virtual CIO services are designed to provide SMEs with the strategic IT leadership they need to thrive in today’s hyper-digital landscape. These services are not one-size-fits-all; instead, they are customized to meet the specific needs of each business. AIS’s vCIOs work closely with clients to understand their unique challenges and opportunities, developing tailored IT strategies that align with their business goals.
One of the key deliverables of AIS’s vCIO services is IT consulting & solution delivery. This involves providing strategic guidance and recommending technology-driven solutions that drive efficiency and growth. AIS’s vCIOs also assist with IT strategy & budgeting, helping businesses design IT roadmaps that align technology investments with their long-term vision while ensuring that every dollar spent delivers maximum value.
In addition to strategy and budgeting, AIS’s vCIOs offer IT infrastructure & application management services. They guide businesses through the selection, implementation, and management of technologies that enhance productivity and scalability. This includes IT vendor management , where AIS’s vCIOs take the lead in vendor selection, negotiation, and management to ensure that clients receive the best services at optimal costs.
Another critical area of focus for AIS’s vCIO services is IT policy, governance, and compliance. In today’s evolving regulatory landscape, maintaining compliance is crucial for businesses. AIS’s vCIOs help design and implement IT policies and governance frameworks that keep businesses secure and compliant. Additionally, AIS offers IT disaster recovery plan & deployment services, ensuring that businesses have comprehensive plans in place to minimize downtime and ensure continuity in the face of unforeseen events.
Security is also a top priority for AIS, and its vCIOs design and implement robust IT security policies that safeguard businesses’ digital assets from potential threats. By offering these comprehensive and tailored services, AIS’s vCIOs act as strategic partners in their clients’ digital transformation journeys, ensuring that technology investments are aligned with business objectives and deliver maximum value.
Delivering Tangible Value
What sets AIS apart from other vCIO service providers is its unique value proposition. AIS has in-depth business knowledge, CXO expectations, and fast business needs analysis. AIS provides cost-effective, quantifiable solutions with in-house competencies and a flexible pick-and-choose model. vCIO services drive business transformation as well as IT management.
For instance, AIS’s IT infrastructure and application management expertise help clients optimize their technology landscape for scalable and efficient IT systems. By managing vendors, AIS ensures clients receive the best services at the best prices, freeing up internal resources for core business activities. IT processes and ITIL practices boost operational efficiency, while strong IT policies and governance frameworks comply with changing regulations.
“Our vCIOs are committed to providing continuous support, ensuring that clients’ technology ecosystems remain aligned with their evolving business objectives. This ongoing partnership approach allows us to build long-term relationships with its clients, helping them navigate the challenges of digital transformation and achieve sustained success”, explains Vishad.
Expanding Horizons & Building Strategic Partnerships
As Abhiyanta India Solutions looks to the future, the company remains committed to its core mission of empowering small and mid-size enterprises through strategic IT solutions. The company’s roadmap for the coming years includes several key initiatives aimed at expanding its reach and deepening its impact.
One of the primary goals for AIS is to continue building on its vCIO services, refining and expanding its offerings to meet the evolving needs of its clients. The company also wants to become a strategic partner for its clients, going beyond transactional engagements to involvement in business strategy. This approach ensures that AIS’s services go beyond technology implementation and meet clients’ business goals.
Geographic expansion is another AIS priority. The company has established a presence in Europe and India, but it wants to expand into the Middle East and Africa. With its high-quality service record, AIS is well-positioned to capitalize on growth opportunities in these regions. The company expands slowly, prioritizing quality over quantity. AIS can provide exceptional service and maintain its reputation by focusing on a few clients.
In addition to expanding its geographic footprint, AIS promotes innovation and technological advancement. The company’s technology-agnostic approach lets it work with many tools and platforms, making it a versatile partner for businesses across industries. The leading SAP consulting, implementation, customization, and support provider, AIS helps clients optimize their processes and increase efficiency.
AIS’ Virtual CIO services are designed to provide SMEs with the strategic IT leadership they need to thrive in today’s hyper-digital landscape. These services are not one-size-fits-all; instead, they are customized to meet the specific needs of each business. AIS’s vCIOs work closely with clients to understand their unique challenges and opportunities, developing tailored IT strategies that align with their business goals.
One of the key deliverables of AIS’s vCIO services is IT consulting & solution delivery. This involves providing strategic guidance and recommending technology-driven solutions that drive efficiency and growth. AIS’s vCIOs also assist with IT strategy & budgeting, helping businesses design IT roadmaps that align technology investments with their long-term vision while ensuring that every dollar spent delivers maximum value.
In addition to strategy and budgeting, AIS’s vCIOs offer IT infrastructure & application management services. They guide businesses through the selection, implementation, and management of technologies that enhance productivity and scalability. This includes IT vendor management , where AIS’s vCIOs take the lead in vendor selection, negotiation, and management to ensure that clients receive the best services at optimal costs.
AIS is to continue building on its vCIO services, refining and expanding its offerings to meet the evolving needs of its clients
Another critical area of focus for AIS’s vCIO services is IT policy, governance, and compliance. In today’s evolving regulatory landscape, maintaining compliance is crucial for businesses. AIS’s vCIOs help design and implement IT policies and governance frameworks that keep businesses secure and compliant. Additionally, AIS offers IT disaster recovery plan & deployment services, ensuring that businesses have comprehensive plans in place to minimize downtime and ensure continuity in the face of unforeseen events.
Security is also a top priority for AIS, and its vCIOs design and implement robust IT security policies that safeguard businesses’ digital assets from potential threats. By offering these comprehensive and tailored services, AIS’s vCIOs act as strategic partners in their clients’ digital transformation journeys, ensuring that technology investments are aligned with business objectives and deliver maximum value.
Delivering Tangible Value
What sets AIS apart from other vCIO service providers is its unique value proposition. AIS has in-depth business knowledge, CXO expectations, and fast business needs analysis. AIS provides cost-effective, quantifiable solutions with in-house competencies and a flexible pick-and-choose model. vCIO services drive business transformation as well as IT management.
For instance, AIS’s IT infrastructure and application management expertise help clients optimize their technology landscape for scalable and efficient IT systems. By managing vendors, AIS ensures clients receive the best services at the best prices, freeing up internal resources for core business activities. IT processes and ITIL practices boost operational efficiency, while strong IT policies and governance frameworks comply with changing regulations.
“Our vCIOs are committed to providing continuous support, ensuring that clients’ technology ecosystems remain aligned with their evolving business objectives. This ongoing partnership approach allows us to build long-term relationships with its clients, helping them navigate the challenges of digital transformation and achieve sustained success”, explains Vishad.
Expanding Horizons & Building Strategic Partnerships
As Abhiyanta India Solutions looks to the future, the company remains committed to its core mission of empowering small and mid-size enterprises through strategic IT solutions. The company’s roadmap for the coming years includes several key initiatives aimed at expanding its reach and deepening its impact.
One of the primary goals for AIS is to continue building on its vCIO services, refining and expanding its offerings to meet the evolving needs of its clients. The company also wants to become a strategic partner for its clients, going beyond transactional engagements to involvement in business strategy. This approach ensures that AIS’s services go beyond technology implementation and meet clients’ business goals.
Geographic expansion is another AIS priority. The company has established a presence in Europe and India, but it wants to expand into the Middle East and Africa. With its high-quality service record, AIS is well-positioned to capitalize on growth opportunities in these regions. The company expands slowly, prioritizing quality over quantity. AIS can provide exceptional service and maintain its reputation by focusing on a few clients.
In addition to expanding its geographic footprint, AIS promotes innovation and technological advancement. The company’s technology-agnostic approach lets it work with many tools and platforms, making it a versatile partner for businesses across industries. The leading SAP consulting, implementation, customization, and support provider, AIS helps clients optimize their processes and increase efficiency.
