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About Zari AI

Technology expertise with a business-first perspective.

Zari AI is an Australian consultancy helping businesses connect their technology, improve their operations and make better-informed investment decisions.

We combine independent strategy with hands-on implementation, bridging the gap between identifying a problem and delivering a solution that works.

Why Zari AI exists

Businesses deserve more than another software recommendation.

Technology can create meaningful business value, but only when it’s aligned with the people, processes and commercial objectives it needs to support.

Too often, businesses are left managing disconnected platforms, inefficient workflows and technology decisions made without a clear view of the bigger picture.

Zari AI was founded to offer a more considered approach: understand the business first, recommend what makes sense and deliver solutions that address the underlying challenge.

Farhad Malegam, founder of Zari AI
Farhad MalegamFounder
Meet Farhad

Farhad Malegam, Founder

I’m Farhad Malegam, founder of Zari AI. I have more than 10 years of experience across technology management, systems development and digital transformation.

I hold a Bachelor of Technology in Computer Engineering and a master’s degree in International Business. That combination shapes how I work: technical decisions need to be sound, but they also need to make commercial sense.

Through Zari AI, I work directly with businesses to assess their technology environment, develop practical strategies and implement the systems and processes needed to move forward.

I personally lead and deliver most engagements because continuity matters. The person who understands your business and recommends the approach should remain closely involved in making it work.

WSABE2026 Finalist, Western Sydney Awards for Business Excellence
PartnershipRegistered Anthropic Partner
EngineeringBachelor of Technology, Computer Engineering
BusinessMaster’s, International Business
Our principles

How we work, on every engagement.

Business-first thinking

We start with the outcome you’re trying to achieve, not the platform someone wants to sell you.

Independent recommendations

We assess technology based on your requirements rather than a preferred vendor.

Practical execution

Our strategies account for the realities of implementation, integration and operational change.

Direct accountability

You work with the founder leading your engagement, from assessment through to delivery.

Work with us

Let’s make your technology work better for your business.

Start with an independent assessment, or tell us about a project you’re ready to deliver.

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