As the CIO, Saugata focuses on establishing strategic business alliances that enrich the Nova utility computing ecosystem. He is responsible for maintaining lasting symbiotic corporate relationships that are pivotal to realizing the vision of providing simplified computing to the next billion. Prior to this, Saugata was Head of Server Integration and Solutions – at Novatium and was responsible for the development of the server-side architecture that is the core of Novatium's computing service. Saugata has over 12 years of experience in Information Technology service, worked in specializing in product development ranging from embedded firewall, network surveillance to large enterprise solutions. Before joining Novatium, he was with NatureSoft, where he joined as a system programmer and eventually led the technology solution research group.