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A Playbook to Decode Cloud Strategy: Bridging Business Objectives and IT Priorities
In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, cloud transition is no longer a question of if but how well it is achieved. Despite the widespread shift to cloud-based ecosystems, many enterprises still lack a cohesive cloud strategy that balances cost efficiency, business agility, and risk management. This playbook offers guidance on ROI-driven migration planning, robust vendor and data governance, cost transparency through FinOps tools, and cloud-specific contract negotiation. It also highlights key risks in cloud adoption, from vendor lock-in to hidden costs. To unlock long-term value, enterprises need to shift from a cost-first mindset to a strategic and outcome-focused approach.
April, 2025
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Strengthening Margins & Resilience for Midtier Health Systems
Smaller and midtier healthcare systems face mounting financial, regulatory, and workforce pressures amid industry consolidation. Despite these challenges, their deep community ties and operational agility offer unique advantages. The report outlines a phased road map: immediate stabilization through contract audits and workforce initiatives; midterm growth via alliances, employer partnerships, and scalable analytics; and long-term differentiation through CoEs, telehealth, equity initiatives, and policy engagement. Success depends on transparent operations and strategic investments, as well as leveraging external expertise to build resilience and sustainable margins.
November, 2025
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IT and Apps Managed Services Provider Trends: Quarterly Report for CQ2 2023
In this quarterly report (calendar quarter 2, 2023), Avasant provides key information on IT and apps managed services provider trends. The report covers key information on the IT services industry and the provider ecosystem. It covers the service provider facts and figures (including revenue and resource trends), macro trends, and executive sentiment from the service provider community. The report covers trends across a gamut of IT services, including but not limited to IT infrastructure, application, and end-user services. The geographic coverage for the report is global. It builds on insights gathered through ongoing market research, data collection, and proprietary databases. It includes market data from providers accessed through multiple sources such as public disclosures, market interactions, and deals data.
August, 2023
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Redefining Financial Hubs: Strategic Opportunities for BFSI Global Capability Centers in GIFT City, Gujarat
India, as per the World Bank’s Global Economic Prospects (GEP) report launched in January 2025, will be the fastest-growing economy aiming to grow at a rate of 6.7% in both FY 2026, and FY 2027. For India, in the pursuit of robust economic growth, the creation of strategic financial hubs marks a significant focus area.
April, 2025
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Generative AI Idea to Action: Execution Strategies for Enterprises and Service Providers
This report examines the recent developments in the generative AI field following the introduction of ChatGPT, outlining essential strategies for businesses and service providers to optimize their gains. It delves into the tangible benefits generative AI offers to enterprises and providers, highlighting its transformative impact on outsourcing agreements. This includes novel pricing models and productivity enhancements in IT and BPO services. Furthermore, the report identifies potential opportunities for service providers tailored to the specific needs of enterprises.
September, 2023
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IT and Apps Managed Services Provider Trends: Quarterly Report for Q1 2024
In this quarterly report (calendar quarter 1, 2024), Avasant provides key information on IT and apps managed services provider trends. The report covers key information on the IT services industry and the provider ecosystem. It covers the service provider facts and figures (including revenue and resource trends), and executive sentiment from the service provider community. The report covers trends across a gamut of IT services, including but not limited to IT infrastructure, application, and end-user services. The geographic coverage for the report is global. It builds on insights gathered through ongoing market research, data collection, and proprietary databases. It includes market data from providers accessed through multiple sources such as public disclosures, market interactions, and deals data.
June, 2024
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Digital Enterprise 2025: Advancing to an AI-first enterprise
The Digital Enterprise 2025: Advancing to an AI-first Enterprise report explores how organizations are recalibrating digital strategies to stay competitive and resilient in this evolving environment. Drawing on insights from a global cross-section of enterprises, the report highlights key shifts in digital technology investments, the evolution of AI strategies, digital outsourcing models, and talent approaches that are shaping the next wave of enterprise transformation. Businesses are significantly ramping up digital investments to drive sustainable growth. The report offers actionable insights for organizations of all sizes and sectors, empowering them to make informed decisions on their journey toward becoming AI-first enterprises.
May, 2025





