ABOUT US

ZAG Technical Services is an award-winning information technology consulting firm delivering digital transformation solutions, IT assessments, managed services, security, and support.

ZAG specializes in cloud computing, IT security and compliance, disaster recovery, and business continuity. The company also delivers network infrastructure, virtualization, and help desk services to clients in agribusiness, finance and banking, manufacturing, and professional services. We proudly partner with trusted global industry leaders like Microsoft and Cisco to accelerate each client’s competitive advantage.

With a culture of sharing, ZAG uses insights to help all clients develop a robust security posture, operational agility, and supply chain oversight so their businesses can thrive.

IT Consulting

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ZAG partners with clients to provide customized solutions to secure your business and establish efficiencies, maximize IT investment, and proactively address issues.

Managed Services

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ZAG offers managed IT services at three different levels that provide remote monitoring and maintenance, help desk and support, and technology strategy for clients.

Standards

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ZAG developed 200+ standards that help us guide clients and develop a more robust security posture and operational agility in a changing threat landscape.

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OUR VISION

ZAG’s vision is to create a future where technology is a competitive advantage. We work to form this future through the application of robust security, new applications, and customized technology strategy.

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OUR MISSION

“Enabling our clients to succeed” is at the core of all ZAG’s practices. Our mission is your mission. Our client-focused approach ensures that your IT solutions drive ROI, provide a competitive advantage, and help your business grow.

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OUR VALUES

ZAG holds five core values to be critical to who we are and how we serve our customers: Integrity Foremost, Client-centered, Accountable Always, Teamwork Throughout, and Exceptional the Goal.

For 25 years, ZAG has served fresh produce, and AG-focused businesses with IT services tailored to these industries.

HISTORY

1998

  • ZAG is founded with an engineering and service delivery focus by Greg Gatzke. The company’s engineering approach is driven by client needs, actively leveraging products and technology to allow its clients to maximize productivity while ensuring network security.

2006

  • Greg grew up around agriculture watching the three generations before him farm across the country. Combining his history in the industry with the technical expertise the company gained from working with clients in fresh produce, ZAG refines its primary focus are to fresh produce and agriculture with an emphasis on supporting the food supply chain.

2008

  • ZAG begins transforming its Help Desk to a Customer Support Center, taking a major step toward establishing its Managed Services offering.

2012

  • The Project Management line of business is created to better serve clients in planning and implementation of high-level IT projects, ensuring they’re on time, within scope, and on budget.

2014

  • After more than 15 years in business, ZAG establishes its shared values with help from its team members, along with formalizing its vision to “Build a future where technology is a competitive advantage.”

2017

  • ZAG establishes its Business Applications line of business aimed at providing clients with custom-built applications to streamline their business.

2022

  • ZAG established the Data and Software Services division to expand its portfolio of applications and data services. Today, agribusinesses make up approximately 80% of ZAG’s business, comprised of clients like Latitude 36 Foods, The Nunes Company, Pacific International Marketing, Dobler & Sons, Index Fresh, and more. 

Our Executive Team

Greg Gatzke
FOunder & President

Greg drives ZAG’s strategic vision of technology as a competitive advantage. Actively engaged in the Ag industry, he brings 22 years of experience from McDonald Douglas and Network Technology Group.

Jim Hunton
Chief Technology Officer

As CTO at ZAG, Jim focuses on delivering client-centered technology strategies. He excels in multi-layered planning, solution implementation, and ongoing system management, ensuring effective and tailored technology solutions.

Tim Bussey
Chief Financial Officer

Tim oversees financial and operational initiatives. He has extensive experience in senior financial roles with public companies, start-ups, and nonprofits in the Bay Area.

Eric Regnier
Vice President of Operations

Eric leads ZAG’s operations and service delivery, from SME to enterprise clients. He holds master’s degrees in technology policy and computer science, and certifications as CISSP, CCSP, and PMP.

Thuan Ngo
VP of Data and Software Services

As VP of Data and Software Services at ZAG, Thuan’s team delivers solutions focused on automation, analytics, and data-driven insights to enhance decision-making and operational efficiency.

Patrick Day
Director of Client Strategy

Patrick oversees strategic initiatives for sales and consulting as ZAG’s Director of Client Strategy. He serves as a trusted advisor for clients, leveraging his 20+ years of IT leadership experience.

Ananya Ridenour
Director of Client Operations

Ananya leads client services, systems operations, escalations engineering, and EDI support. She drives operational improvement and increased productivity through her managed services expertise.

Jason Payne
Director of Engineering

Jason Payne has over 25 years of IT experience, recently managing end user support, infrastructure, and Salesforce CRM for 500+ users across North America.

Robert Collings
Marketing Director

Robert oversees market research, positioning, messaging, and marketing communications. A 2x founder, he held senior marketing roles in open-source software, entertainment, and publishing.

Laura Spurzem
HR Manager

Laura Spurzem, HR Manager at ZAG, brings over 10 years of experience in HR management, recruitment, and benefits. She aligns ZAG’s HR strategy with its business goals.

Careers at ZAG

Enable Our CLients to Succeed!

If you share ZAG’s values, understand our mission, and get the vision, we’d love you to join our team.

CONTACT US / LOCATIONS

Headquartered in San Jose, Calif., and with offices in Salinas, Calif., and Meridian, Idaho, ZAG is the premier provider of information technology for Western agribusinesses.

San Francisco Bay Area, California
3590 N. First Street, Suite 100
San Jose, CA 95134
United States
+1 408.383.2000

Salinas & Monterey, California
17 E. Gabilan Street
Salinas. CA 93901
United States
+1 831.422.3100

Boise Area, Idaho
3597 E. Monarch Sky Lane, Suite 249
Meridian. ID 83642
United States