About the Authors
Laks Sundararajan is a seasoned technology leader specializing in AI, data strategy, and healthcare innovation. As an Industry Solutions Architect, he collaborates with Fortune 500 healthcare payers and providers to drive large- scale AI transformations, optimize patient outcomes, and enhance enterprise data strategies. With deep expertise in data monetization, AI governance, and generative AI scaling, he has led numerous high-impact initiatives modernizing payer operations and accelerating cloud adoption.
He holds a patent in machine learning-driven automated attribute mapping, advancing interoperability across healthcare systems. His extensive career spans leadership roles at AWS, Evernorth (Cigna), and Mindtree, where he has influenced enterprise architecture, regulatory compliance, and AI-driven healthcare solutions. Laks holds AWS Certified Solutions Architect Professional and Data Analytics Specialty Certifications, and he was an IBM Champion for Social Business for four consecutive years.
With a strong background in enterprise AI adoption, regulatory compliance, and healthcare data governance, Laks brings a unique blend of technical expertise and strategic vision. His work continues to shape the future of AI in healthcare, making him a key thought leader in the industry.
Gokhul Srinivasan is a seasoned technology leader with over two decades of experience in cloud adoption, service transformation, and digital architecture. As a Senior Partner Solutions Architect at AWS, he helps organizations leverage cloud, machine learning, and generative AI to drive impactful business transformation. With deep expertise in DevOps, delivery management, and agile methodologies, he has been instrumental in modernizing enterprise IT infrastructures and scaling digital solutions.
Before joining AWS, Gokhul played a pivotal role in leading digital architecture initiatives across multiple healthcare plans as a Principal Architect and Center of Excellence lead at Cognizant. His expertise in cloud modernization, business process improvements, and service transformation helped healthcare organizations transition to secure, resilient, and future-ready technology landscapes.
He holds several industry-recognized certifications from TOGAF 9, AHM, AWS, and Microsoft, underscoring his deep knowledge of enterprise architecture and cloud technologies. He also earned an Executive Certificate in Management from the University of Virginia, further enhancing his strategic business acumen.
Passionate about leveraging emerging technologies to create real-world impact, Gokhul continues to shape the future of digital transformation through thought leadership and innovation. His insights and expertise make him a trusted advisor in the industry, guiding enterprises toward a more agile, intelligent, and cloud- native future.