Zycus: Helping Enterprises Save Multi Million Dollars With Generative Ai-Powered Source To Pay Suite

Zycus: Helping Enterprises Save Multi Million Dollars With Generative Ai-Powered Source To Pay Suite

CIO Vendor The procurement automation industry, valued at $6.67 billion in 2022, is expected to expand significantly, reaching an estimated $13.80 billion by 2029, growing at a compound annual growth rate of 10.9 percent. At the forefront of this growth is Zycus, a pioneer in the field, known for its comprehensive suite of innovative AI-driven products. As the only organically grown source-to-pay suite, Zycus holds over 32 patents for its various offerings, solidifying its position as a preferred partner for companies seeking to navigate the complexities of automation with ease.

Zycus has been a leader in introducing cutting-edge solutions tailored to the evolving needs of the market. Among these innovations are AppXtend, a marketplace for apps; Merlin Assist, a conver-sational AI powered by Generative AI on Microsoft Teams; and an array of Generative AI power apps designed to address the unique challenges faced by procurement profes-sionals. Since pioneering AI in procurement back in 2008, Zycus has continued to lead the way, becoming the world’s first Generative AI-powered Source to Pay Suite.

Merlin Assist serves as a gateway to procurement for employees, enhancing product adoption and simpli-fying procurement processes. Zycus also offers specialized applications that streamline contract management, enhance RFP scoring, improve risk assessments, and significantly boost efficiency and productivity for procurement teams.

Additionally, Zycus prides itself on its seamless integration capabilities and
agile innovations through AppXtend, continually meeting new business require-ments. Aatish Dedhia, Founder and CEO of Zycus, emphasizes the company’s dedication to being customer-centric, from the initial inquiry to the final imple-mentation, ensuring client success and procurement transformation.

Further advancing its source-to-pay suite, Zycus integrates multiple technologies into Merlin Assist, enhancing intake management and improving adoption among end users. Technologies integrated include natural language processing (NLP), natural language understanding (NLU), machine learning, automation, advanced data analytics, and compliance measures. These capabilities make the solution more user-friendly and efficient, addressing specific procure-ment processes and personalizing supplier recommen-dations.


Zycus prides itself on its seamless integration capabilities & agile innovations through appxtend, continually meeting new business requirements


Aatish Dedhia states, “By leveraging these techno-logies, Zycus’ Merlin Assist not only covers the entire S2P lifecycle but also significantly enhances user experience, boosts productivity, and ensures compliance and governance. It exemplifies how strategically applied Generative AI can transform procurement processes, providing a competitive advantage in the complex procurement landscape.”

Founded in 1998, Zycus has established itself as a global leader in the procurement automation industry, with a strong presence in North America, EMEA, APAC, and India. The company continuously expands its offerings, catering to a diverse range of industries including automotive, banking, consumer goods, and healthcare, among others. Looking forward, Zycus is poised to explore new markets and service models, and is committed to investing in technology to double its growth in the coming years, further enhancing its AI capabilities and strategic partnerships.