Next Phase Appoints Raghu Bemgal to Chief Technology Officer and Consulting Manager, IT Practice

Next Phase Solutions and Services, Inc. (Next Phase), an SBA Certified 8(a), and Economically Disadvantaged, Woman-Owned Small Business (EDWOSB) focused on engineering, science and IT services, announces the appointment of Mr. Raghu Bemgal, to the role of Chief Technology Officer (CTO). Mr. Bemgal will lead the technology initiatives, spearhead innovation efforts, and drive transformative solutions for our federal and commercial clients. His deep understanding of emerging technologies, and ability to translate them into practical applications, will undoubtedly serve Next Phase well. With Mr. Bemgal’s appointment, Next Phase reaffirms its commitment to innovation, excellence, and customer success. His leadership and strategic vision will be instrumental in shaping the company’s future and fostering continuous growth and success.

“Raghu is a world-class technologist ready to take the lead on all aspects of technology for Next Phase. As the CTO, Mr. Bemgal’s responsibilities will include leadership of day-to-day product development and the management of the IT Consulting Practice. His background in driving success through constant product iteration, combined with his Federal healthcare IT background, makes him a perfect fit for realizing the Next Phase innovation goals.” said Lisa Wolff, President and CEO.

Mr. Bemgal brings his diverse industry experience of 20+ years, demonstrated exceptional leadership, technical expertise, and an unwavering commitment to driving innovation to his new role. His contributions and strategic vision have played a pivotal role in our company’s growth and success. Most recently, Mr. Bemgal has led multiple digital modernization efforts such as the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services’ Enterprise Data Lake (EDL) and FDA’s modernization effort for advanced data management within the Center for Drug Evaluation and Research (CDER). As CTO, Raghu will lead our technology initiatives, spearhead innovation efforts, and drive transformative solutions for our clients. His deep understanding of emerging technologies, and ability to translate them into practical applications, will undoubtedly propel us to new heights. 

Prior to his time at Next Phase, Mr. Bemgal successfully led the development of complex Federal IT systems for both small and large IT service providers. Mr. Bemgal holds a Master of Science and a Bachelor of Technology degree in Computer Science and Engineering.

About Next Phase

Founded in 2011, Next Phase Solutions and Services, Inc. is a rapidly growing small business, with a reputation for understanding business challenges and delivering solutions that exceed expectations. We pride ourselves on developing lasting relationships with our clients that allow us to anticipate their needs and deliver results that advance their mission. To learn more about Next Phase’s work with Federal programs visit here.

Media Contact: Karen Rosenbauer, Chief Growth Officer, Next Phase | KRosenbauer@npss-inc.com