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Akash Bhatia

Akash Bhatia

Helping fast-growing enterprise software companies scale as Global Leader of Tech at BCG

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Silicon Valley - Bay Area, United States
Joined January 2025
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Summary

Akash Bhatia is a distinguished leader in enterprise software and technology consulting, currently serving as a Senior Partner and Managing Director at The Boston Consulting Group (BCG). He spearheads the Technology, Media & Telecommunications (TMT) practice and is the global leader for BCG’s growth tech business, guiding software companies through critical areas such as product portfolio, M&A due diligence, and enhancing net revenue retention. bcg+1
As a prominent expert in disruptive technologies, Akash leads BCG's Center for Disruptive Tech. His work has consistently focused on emerging trends, including big data, IoT, blockchain, and most recently, Generative AI. He has co-authored whitepapers on these subjects, demonstrating his foresight and expertise in guiding clients through technological transformations. bcg+2
Beyond his client work, Akash Bhatia is an active thought leader and publisher. He shares his insights on enterprise tech and related topics through his monthly newsletter and blog, "Akashvani." His presence on Twitter further highlights his engagement with current industry developments and broader intellectual interests. substack+2
Akash's career began with a foundational role as an Internet Engineer at NASA, where he worked on early Netscape products. This was followed by a role as an early employee at Bowstreet, a VC-funded enterprise software startup. His strong academic background includes a B.Sc. in Physics (Honours) from St. Stephen's College and an M.S. in Computer Science from the University of Maryland College Park. bcg+1

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The CEO’s Roadmap on Generative AI

March 1, 2023

A whitepaper co-authored by Akash Bhatia, providing strategic insights and guidance for CEOs on implementing and leveraging Generative AI.

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Indiaspora Impact Report: Small Community, Big Contributions

January 1, 2023

A report examining the significant contributions and impact of the Indian diaspora in the United States, co-produced in partnership with Indiaspora and BCG.

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Akashvani (Newsletter/Blog)

January 1, 2021

A monthly newsletter and blog focused on enterprise tech (mostly software), with additional topics like hacks and tools.

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Are Blockchain and the Internet of Things Made for Each Other?

July 1, 2018

A whitepaper co-authored by Akash Bhatia, exploring the synergy between blockchain and the Internet of Things.

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