Shyam is the Managing Director in Accenture’s Global Technology Advisory practice, specializing in emerging technologies in retail, consumer, automotive, industrial and life sciences companies. He has spent over 16 years with Accenture, focusing on combining both the business and technology aspects of transformation programs. His areas of expertise cover artificial intelligence (AI) and advanced analytics, merchandising, supply chain technologies and digital transformation. He has held numerous advisory and program-lead roles for US and international retailers across specialty, hardlines, apparel/home, fashion and food. Shyam has also served as program advisor for various global retailers focused on technology transformation, digital enablement and operational improvements.