HCLTech Joins MIT Media Lab to Advance Human-Centered AI and Quantum Innovation

HCLTech, a leading global technology company, has joined the MIT Media Lab, a world-renowned research and innovation ecosystem at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) that brings together pioneering research and forward-thinking enterprises. This new engagement reflects HCLTech’s ongoing commitment to shaping the future of AI and accelerating breakthroughs in emerging technology areas, such as quantum computing, through collaborative innovation.

HCLTech will have access to MIT Media Lab’s research and networks, enabling it to deepen engagement with faculty, researchers and innovators in next-generation technologies, particularly AI. This will also enable HCLTech to co-develop projects that could translate meaningful AI innovation into impactful and scalable solutions.

“We welcome HCLTech to the MIT Media Lab at a pivotal moment in the evolution of artificial intelligence,” said Jessica Rosenworcel. Executive Director of the MIT Media Lab. “Their commitment to exploring applied AI aligns with our mission to design technologies that empower humanity. We look forward to dynamic collaboration that may advance responsible, human-centered innovation in AI and beyond.”

“We are thrilled to collaborate with the MIT Media Lab at the forefront of applied AI research. By engaging with MIT Media Lab’s world-class faculty and researchers, we aim to explore co-development of AI innovations that create real-world impact,” said Vijay Guntur, Chief Technology Officer and Head of Ecosystems at HCLTech.

HCLSoftware Launches AI-First MarTech Platform ‘Unica+’ to Power India’s Intelligence Economy

HCLSoftware, a global leader in enterprise software, today announced the launch of HCL Unica+ in India, an AI-first MarTech platform designed for the Intelligence Economy. Unveiled at the ET MarTech+ Summit & Awards 2025, this platform marks a major step toward helping Indian businesses deliver hyper-personalized, data-driven marketing at scale.

In a market with over 800 million internet users, where attention is a scarce commodity and trust is the new currency, HCL Unica+ is the game-changer. It’s built to address the unique challenges of India’s diverse, multi-lingual landscape, enabling brands to connect with a digital-native population that expects relevance at every touchpoint.

“We’re moving beyond the Attention Economy into the Intelligence Economy,” said Rajesh Iyer, Executive Vice President & Portfolio General Manager, Business & Industry Solutions, HCLSoftware. “HCL Unica+ is the force multiplier for this shift. It’s not just about reaching customers; it’s about leveraging context to get it right every time, at every touchpoint. We're giving Indian marketers the power to leverage deep customer insight to deliver meaningful moments.”

The platform is already powering one of India’s top financial giants, managing 500 million customer accounts across 1.4 billion potential touchpoints in 28 languages. This proves the solution can handle the most demanding, large-scale challenges.

As India’s MarTech industry is set to soar to nearly $94 billion by 2030, HCL Unica+ is uniquely positioned to help enterprises capitalize on the future of marketing — one where precision, personalization, and performance are powered by AI.

“In today’s market, it’s not just about volume, it’s about precision,” said Rajiv Shesh, Chief Revenue Officer, HCLSoftware. “HCL Unica+ redefines customer experience by helping marketers understand evolving customer needs and deliver experiences that build real trust.”

Sidhant Khanna, SVP, IndusInd Bank, said, “In today’s always-on world, reach isn’t enough, it’s about relevance. With AI-powered insights, we can finally anticipate customer needs, cut through the noise and deliver the kind of hyper-personalized experiences that build real trust and lasting growth.”

“HCL Unica+ isn’t just a re-skin of legacy MarTech. It’s an AI-first, data-driven, integrated marketing automation platform purpose-built for the Intelligence Economy,” said Harish Padmanabhan, Director – Global Partnerships, Xerago. “By embedding Agentic AI directly into the workflow, HCL Unica+ reimagines the MarTech stack around real-time decisioning and precision targeting for today’s enterprise. Xerago is proud to partner with HCLSoftware in delivering this groundbreaking platform, driving rapid ROI, future-ready agility, and responsible, AI-driven growth for leading brands.”

HCLTech is a global technology company, home to more than 223,000 people across 60 countries, delivering industry-leading capabilities centered around digital, engineering, cloud and AI, powered by a broad portfolio of technology services and products. We work with clients across all major verticals, providing industry solutions for Financial Services, Manufacturing, Life Sciences and Healthcare, High Tech, Semiconductor, Telecom and Media, Retail and CPG and Public Services. Consolidated revenues as of 12 months ending June 2025 totalled $14.0 billion. To learn how we can supercharge progress for you, visit hcltech.com.

About HCLSoftware

HCLSoftware is a global leader in software innovation and the software division of HCLTech. We develop, market, sell, and support transformative solutions across various industries, including business and industry, intelligent operations, total experience, data and analytics, and cybersecurity. Our commitment to customer success and our core values of integrity, inclusion, value creation, people-centricity, and social responsibility drive us to deliver best-in-class software products that empower organizations to achieve their goals. With a rich heritage of pioneering spirit, HCLSoftware serves more than 20,000 organizations, including a majority of the Fortune 100 and almost half of the Fortune 500. Learn more about how we can help you achieve your goals at www.hcl-software.com.

HCLTech Strengthens Industry-Academia Collaboration Through Campus Connect at Vel Tech

HCLTech, a leading global technology company, hosted its flagship Campus Connect event, HCLTech Talks, at Vel Tech Rangarajan Dr. Sagunthala R&D Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai. Over 600 engineering students participated in a session exploring the future of product engineering and next-generation digital transformation.

The initiative reflects HCLTech’s commitment to fostering innovation and talent in academic settings. Since its launch in January 2025, the HCLTech Talks, Campus Connect Program has reached over 7,000 students across India, engaging them through a dynamic blend of virtual and on-campus sessions. Monthly virtual Tech Talks have connected with more than 1,500 engineering colleges, while live, in-person events have enabled over 3,000 students to interact directly with industry leaders on technology and career topics.

The session at Vel Tech was conducted by Prakash Chinnusamy, Global Director – Engineering and R&D Services (ERS) at HCLTech, who delivered an insightful talk on ‘Engineering the Future: Innovations in Digital Products and Platforms.’ He highlighted the evolving landscape of software-driven products, the impact of AI and cloud technologies in engineering, and how future engineers must embrace continuous innovation to thrive in global markets.

“In today’s rapidly evolving technology landscape, the ability to innovate and adapt is more essential than ever. Bridging the gap between academic learning and industry practice ensures that the next generation of engineers is prepared for the challenges of tomorrow. Initiatives like HCLTech Talks are vital for empowering students with the knowledge, skills, and mindset they need to thrive in digital product engineering and drive transformational progress across industries,” said Prakash Chinnusamy.

“It was a privilege to host HCLTech Talks at our campus. The session on career paths in product engineering provided valuable insights based on real-world experience. These interactions not only motivate our students but also give them the mindset and direction needed to confidently transition from academia to the corporate world. We greatly appreciate this partnership with HCLTech and look forward to future initiatives that develop industry-ready talent,” said Dr. Vijayaraman, Dean - Campus to Corporate, Vel Tech University.

HCLTech offers programs such as HCLTech Talks, which aim to provide young individuals with skills, industry knowledge and collaborative learning opportunities relevant to the digital economy.

About HCLTech

HCLTech is a global technology company, home to more than 223,000 people across 60 countries, delivering industry-leading capabilities centered around digital, engineering, cloud and AI, powered by a broad portfolio of technology services and products. We work with clients across all major verticals, providing industry solutions for Financial Services, Manufacturing, Life Sciences and Healthcare, High Tech, Semiconductor, Telecom and Media, Retail and CPG and Public Services. Consolidated revenues as of 12 months ending June 2025 totaled $14.0 billion. To learn how we can supercharge progress for you, visit hcltech.com.

HCLTech Recognized As A Leader in Avasant GCC Services 2025 RadarView™

HCLTech, a leading global technology company, has been named a Leader in the Avasant Global Competency Center (GCC) Services 2025 RadarView™ report.

The report highlights HCLTech’s leadership in end-to-end GCC services, powered by GenAI, engineering excellence and deep domain expertise. With a technology-first, industry-centric delivery model and full-stack capabilities, HCLTech has helped establish 200+ GCCs across finance, HR, customer operations and advanced engineering.

"HCLTech delivers end-to-end GCC services with strong vertical focus,” said Praveen Kona, Associate Research Director, Avasant. “Its global footprint spans India, Poland and the Philippines, with expansion into Tier II Indian cities via the New Vistas program. Investments in talent, IP and partnerships — including AWS, Google Cloud and other ecosystem players — have made HCLTech a Leader in our RadarView™."

According to the report, HCLTech’s AI Labs serve as a strategic foundation for co-innovation and collaboration with clients and play an important role in advancing the company’s GCC services. These AI Labs support over 400 clients and underpin 500+ ongoing GenAI projects. HCLTech’s flagship AI and cloud offerings — AI Force, AI Foundry, AI Labs and AI Engineering — increase productivity and efficiency across industries. Through eSTiP™ and academic partnerships, HCLTech strengthens its talent pipeline for GCCs.

“Our GCC Services leverage engineering expertise, AI-powered tools and deep industry expertise across the full lifecycle of services (Advise, Setup, Run and Optimize, Transform). These factors contributed to HCLTech being positioned as a Leader in Avasant RadarView™. We drive innovation, growth and value for GCCs in alignment with their organization goals as they transform into autonomous transformation hubs,” said Kiran Cherukuri, Global GCC Practice Leader at HCLTech.

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HCLTech is a global technology company, home to more than 223,000 people across 60 countries, delivering industry-leading capabilities centered around digital, engineering, cloud and AI, powered by a broad portfolio of technology services and products. We work with clients across all major verticals, providing industry solutions for Financial Services, Manufacturing, Life Sciences and Healthcare, High Tech, Semiconductor, Telecom and Media, Retail and CPG and Public Services. Consolidated revenues as of 12 months ending June 2025 totaled $14 billion. To learn how we can supercharge progress for you, visit hcltech.com.

HCLTech and Thought Machine Forge Global Alliance to Accelerate AI-Powered Banking Transformation

HCLTech, a leading global technology company, today announced a global partnership with Thought Machine, a pioneer in cloud native banking technology, to accelerate the modernization of banks worldwide. The partnership aims to enable banks to rapidly transition from legacy systems and frameworks to intelligent, autonomous financial institutions powered by AI and cloud technologies.

Thought Machine’s Vault platform — next-generation core banking and payments technology — will be at the core of this transformation. By replacing outdated infrastructure with Vault’s cloud native architecture, banks can automate key operations, enhance efficiency and deliver personalized customer experiences. HCLTech will bring its deep expertise in banking technology, regulatory compliance and complex integrations to support rapid innovation and faster product launches.

As part of the partnership, HCLTech will offer full-stack transformation services through Vault-certified delivery teams, global fintech Centers of Excellence (CoEs) and a robust DevSecOps foundation. The company will also establish a dedicated global CoE for Vault Core and Vault Payments, focused on delivering modular, real-time and scalable solutions for the financial services sector. The joint offering will enable banks, whether established institutions or new challengers, to build agile, resilient and future-ready ecosystems rooted in AI-led strategies.

“Our global partnership with HCLTech marks a significant step in helping banks break free from legacy constraints and adopt truly digital-first models,” said Randy McFarlane, Global Head of Partnerships at Thought Machine. “Together, we will deliver intelligent, self-optimizing systems that evolve with customer needs.”

“This collaboration reflects our vision to lead the future of autonomous banking through cloud, data and AI,” said Sudip Lahiri, Executive Vice President and Head—Europe and UKI, Financial Services, HCLTech. “By joining forces with Thought Machine, we will help banks unlock exponential value, reduce operational friction and accelerate time to market.”

About Thought Machine

Thought Machine has developed the foundations of modern banking with its cloud-native core banking and payments technology. Its cloud-native core banking platform, Vault Core, is trusted by leading banks and financial institutions worldwide, including Intesa Sanpaolo, ING Bank Śląski, Lloyds Banking Group, Standard Chartered, SEB, Lunar, Atom bank, Curve, and more.

Vault Payments is a cloud-native payments processing platform – comprising a Universal Payment Engine to support all card and account-to-account payment types.

Vault Core and Vault Payments have been written from scratch as an entirely cloud-native system, giving banks full control to build any product required to flourish in a rapidly changing world.

Thought Machine is a global team spread across offices in London, New York, Singapore, and Sydney and has raised more than $500m in funding.

For more information, visit thoughtmachine.net

HCLTech Strengthens Industry-Academia Collaboration through Campus Connect at GL Bajaj Institute of Technology and Management

HCLTech, a leading global technology company, held its flagship Campus Connect event, HCLTech Talks at GL Bajaj Institute of Technology and Management in Greater Noida. Over 600 engineering students attended a session on the future of software engineering, exploring new trends and career paths.

The initiative reflects HCLTech’s commitment to fostering innovation and talent in academic settings. Since its launch in January 2025, the HCLTech Talks – Campus Connect Program has reached over 7,000 students across India, engaging them through a dynamic blend of virtual and on-campus sessions. Monthly virtual Tech Talks have connected with more than 1,500 engineering colleges, while live, in-person events have enabled over 3,000 students to interact directly with industry leaders on technology and career topics.

The session at GL Bajaj Institute of Technology and Management was led by Dr. Himanshu Tagra, SDU Head, ERS at HCLTech, who discussed the impact of generative AI (GenAI) on software development.

“Today’s students are not just preparing for the future—they’re actively shaping it. I see a generation deeply curious about emerging technologies like Generative AI and eager to understand their real-world impact. As GenAI continues to transform industries such as retail and healthcare, it’s essential for aspiring engineers to stay agile and evolve alongside these advancements. Success in this dynamic landscape will be anchored in strong technical foundations, self-driven learning, and an openness to continuous change,” said Himanshu Tagra.

"The HCLTech Talks session provided our students with valuable insights into the future of software engineering and the evolving role of GenAI in development. It was heartening to see our students engage so actively, asking thoughtful questions and drawing connections between academic concepts and industry applications. We are grateful to HCLTech for facilitating this dialogue and look forward to more such impactful sessions that inspire and empower our learners," said Prof. Manju Khatri, Director Training and Placement at GL Bajaj Institute of Technology & Management.

HCLTech offers programs such as HCLTech Talks, which aim to provide young individuals with skills, industry knowledge and collaborative learning opportunities relevant to the digital economy.

Indian IT Giants Hold Their Ground Amid AI Disruption: What “Moats” Really Mean

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is changing the way businesses operate—from automating customer service to writing software code. But despite the buzz, India’s top IT services firms like TCS, Infosys, Wipro, and HCLTech are not just surviving—they’re evolving. Their secret? Something called a “moat.”

What Is a Business “Moat”?

Imagine a castle surrounded by a deep, wide trench filled with water—that’s a moat. In business, a moat is a company’s unique advantage that protects it from competitors. It could be anything: strong brand reputation, loyal customers, proprietary technology, or deep industry expertise.

The wider the moat, the harder it is for rivals to steal market share.

Indian IT Firms: Moats Still Intact

• Infosys has been upgraded to a “wide moat” rating due to high returns and deep expertise in cloud and AI services. Clients find it hard to switch because of trust and complexity.
• TCS holds a wide moat thanks to long-term client relationships and domain knowledge across industries like banking and healthcare.
• Wipro holds a “narrow moat” and is expanding partnerships with cloud and cybersecurity firms to stay competitive.

AI Is a Threat—But Also a Tool

• Contact centers are seeing up to 75% reduction in headcount due to AI chatbots.
• Software development is becoming faster, with AI cutting manual coding by 25–30%.
• Firms are shifting to outcome-based pricing, where clients pay based on results, not hours.

New Growth Areas: Services & Geographies

• Expanding into new markets like Europe and India.
• Offering AI-led services such as predictive analytics and smart automation.
• Building ecosystems with cloud giants like Microsoft and AWS.

Challenges Ahead

• Margins are under pressure due to slower deal-making and rising costs.
• Companies are delaying salary hikes and cutting admin expenses.
• Reskilling employees and hiring AI talent is now a priority.

Q1 Performance Snapshot

Company	Revenue Growth	Profit Growth	Key Insight
TCS	+1.3%	+5.9%	Demand slowdown due to global uncertainty
Infosys	+7.5%	+8.6%	Strong AI-led solutions driving growth
Wipro	+0.8%	+9.8%	BPO-heavy model facing AI disruption
HCLTech	+8.1%	N/A	AI boosting efficiency but squeezing margins

Final Thought

AI is not the end of Indian IT—it’s the next chapter. These firms are using their moats to adapt, innovate, and grow. For everyday investors and tech enthusiasts, the message is clear: Indian IT is evolving, not eroding.

HCLSoftware Joins Indo-Swiss Innovation Platform to Advance Citizen-Centric GovTech

HCLSoftware, a global leader in enterprise software solutions, has entered into a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Swiss Network in India, represented by the Embassy of Switzerland, the Swiss Business Hub India, and Swissnex in India, to join the Indo-Swiss Innovation Platform. The Platform, established alongside the Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) framework, sets the foundation for bilateral collaboration in strengthening digital infrastructure and strategically boosting Indo-Swiss collaboration.

The MoU aims to address key public sector challenges by promoting citizen-centric digital transformation across domains of GovTeh such as, e-governance, sovereign collaboration, healthcare, edtech, and agritech. Drawing on HCLSoftware’s experience in enterprise technologies and building platforms such as HCL Total Experience, HCL Universal Orchestrator, HCL AppScan, and HCL BigFix, the partnership will explore new models of collaboration that respond to real-world governance needs. By engaging stakeholders from government, academia, startups, and industry, the MoU fosters a cross-border GovTech innovation corridor, opening up opportunities for knowledge exchange and long-term co-innovation between Switzerland and India.

“This MoU represents our commitment to building international partnerships that drive meaningful innovation in the public sector,” said Mrs. Maya Tissafi, Ambassador of Switzerland to India. “By combining our countries’ strengths in technology and governance, we can create solutions that benefit citizens while setting new standards for international cooperation in digital transformation."

Jonas Brunschwig, CEO and Consul General of Swissnex in India, added, “HCLSoftware joining the Indo-Swiss Innovation Platform in a strategic partnership can accelerate GovTech innovation. This partnership will create tangible opportunities for startups, researchers, and technology companies in both countries to collaborate on solutions that address real-world governance challenges and enhance digital infrastructure.”

As part of this partnership, HCLSoftware brings its Experience, Data, and Operations (XDO) Blueprint — a strategic framework developed to support public sector modernization. This expertise will contribute to identifying scalable approaches to enhance user experience, streamline service delivery, and enable data-informed decision-making across governance domains.

“This partnership represents a meaningful step toward advancing GovTech through international collaboration,” said Kalyan Kumar, Chief Product Officer at HCLSoftware. “By contributing our experience and frameworks like the XDO Blueprint, we aim to support joint efforts exploring innovative, citizen-centric digital transformation approaches. We look forward to working with partners across Switzerland and India to co-create scalable solutions that can enhance transparency, improve service accessibility, and strengthen public institutions for the future.”

As both nations continue their digital transformation journey, the partnership will catalyze developing next-generation public sector technologies and set a new benchmark in e-governance.

About Swissnex

Swissnex is a global network connecting Switzerland with the world in education, research, and innovation. With a strong presence in leading innovation hubs, Swissnex facilitates collaboration across borders by engaging with corporations, startups, government bodies, academia, researchers, and industry associations. Swissnex in India’s work is anchored in three core focus areas—Health, Sustainability, and Digital Transformation—where active partnerships are built to address global challenges and enable knowledge exchange.

Notable initiatives include the Indo-Swiss Antimicrobial Resistance Innovation Dialogue, Swissnex for the Planet, an initiative on planetary health focusing on human and non-human species, and Digital Trust and SpaceTech cohorts for Swiss startups to internationalize in India. Swissnex has supported nearly 200 Swiss startups in validating their market entry into India, helping accelerate innovation and co-creation between the two countries.

HCLSoftware is a global leader in software innovation and the software division of HCLTech. We develop, market, sell, and support transformative solutions across various industries, including business and industry, intelligent operations, total experience, data and analytics, and cybersecurity. Our commitment to customer success and our core values of integrity, inclusion, value creation, people-centricity, and social responsibility drive us to deliver best-in-class software products that empower organizations to achieve their goals.

With a rich heritage of pioneering spirit, HCLSoftware serves more than 20,000 organizations, including a majority of the Fortune 100 and almost half of the Fortune 500. Learn more about how we can help you achieve your goals at www.hcl-software.com.

HCLTech is a global technology company, home to more than 223,000 people across 60 countries, delivering industry-leading capabilities centered around digital, engineering, cloud and AI, powered by a broad portfolio of technology services and products. We work with clients across all major verticals, providing industry solutions for Financial Services, Manufacturing, Life Sciences and Healthcare, High Tech, Semiconductor, Telecom and Media, Retail and CPG and Public Services. Consolidated revenues as of 12 months ending June 2025 totaled $14 billion. To learn how we can supercharge progress for you, visit hcltech.com.

Dunedin Selects HCLTech to Reinvent Digital Infrastructure

HCLTech, a leading global technology company, has signed a 10-year strategic partnership with the Dunedin City Council (DCC) to modernize and manage its IT services, driving digital transformation, improved service delivery and stronger community engagement.

HCLTech will transform the Council’s IT services across cybersecurity, hybrid cloud, service management, IT asset management and network services, enhancing support, scalability and security. Council staff will gain access to modern omnichannel tools, phased self-service and responsive onsite support, helping them work more efficiently and making digital services faster and more intuitive for residents.

HCLTech will leverage advanced automation and AI platforms to automate routine tasks, reduce downtime and provide 24/7 virtual support.

“This partnership supports the Council’s five-year IT Strategy and was established through a rigorous procurement process. HCLTech has proven strengths in delivering smart, innovative IT services to the public sector,” said the DCC General Manager of Corporate Services, Robert West.

Sonia Eland, Executive Vice President and Country Manager for Australia and New Zealand at HCLTech, added: “We are proud to support Dunedin City Council in setting new standards for public sector innovation. Our shared vision will deliver lasting value to the community.”

HCLTech Joins Forces with OpenAI to Accelerate Enterprise-Scale GenAI Transformation

HCLTech, a leading global technology company, today announced a multi-year strategic collaboration with OpenAI, a leading AI research and deployment company, to drive large-scale enterprise AI transformation as one of the first strategic services partners to OpenAI.

HCLTech’s deep industry knowledge and AI Engineering expertise lay the foundation for scalable AI innovation with OpenAI. This collaboration will enable HCLTech’s clients to leverage OpenAI’s industry-leading AI products portfolio alongside HCLTech’s foundational and applied AI offerings for rapid and scaled GenAI deployment.

Additionally, HCLTech will embed OpenAI’s industry-leading models and solutions across its industry-focused offerings, capabilities and proprietary platforms, including AI Force, AI Foundry, AI Engineering and industry-specific AI accelerators. This deep integration will help its clients modernize business processes, enhance customer and employee experiences and unlock growth opportunities, covering the full AI lifecycle, from AI readiness assessments and integration to enterprise-scale adoption, governance and change management.

HCLTech will roll out ChatGPT Enterprise and OpenAI APIs internally, empowering its employees with secure, enterprise-grade generative AI tools.

Vijay Guntur, Global Chief Technology Officer (CTO) and Head of Ecosystems at HCLTech, said, “We are honored to work with OpenAI, the global leader in generative AI foundation models. This collaboration underscores our commitment to empowering Global 2000 enterprises with transformative AI solutions. It reaffirms HCLTech's robust engineering heritage and aligns with OpenAI's spirit of innovation. Together, we are driving a new era of AI-powered transformation across our offerings and operations at a global scale.”

Giancarlo ‘GC” Lionetti, Chief Commercial Officer at OpenAI, said, “HCLTech’s deep industry knowledge and AI engineering expertise sets the stage for scalable AI innovation. As one of the first system integration companies to integrate OpenAI to improve efficiency and enhance customer experiences, they’re accelerating productivity and setting a new standard for how industries can transform using generative AI.”

HCLTech and AMD Forge Strategic Alliance to Develop Future-Ready Solutions Across AI, Digital and Cloud

HCLTech, a leading global technology company, and AMD (NASDAQ: AMD), a leader in high-performance and adaptive computing, have announced a strategic alliance to accelerate enterprise digital transformation worldwide through advanced solutions in AI, digital and cloud.

This collaboration combines the strengths of both companies to create a robust digital ecosystem that boosts enterprise digital transformation and enhances customer experience. By co-investing in innovation labs and training programs, HCLTech and AMD aim to provide enterprises with innovative tools that unlock new business opportunities and enhance operational efficiency.

The joint development centers established through this alliance will serve as testbeds for advanced technologies, conducting proof-of-concept tests to hasten the time-to-market for innovative enterprise tools. Workforce training and reskilling initiatives will ensure that enterprises are well-equipped to navigate the evolving digital landscape.

“Through this expanded collaboration, AMD and HCLTech can provide businesses across multiple industries with the leading-edge technology solutions they need to accelerate innovation and drive long-term growth. Combining HCLTech’s expertise in digital transformation with our industry-leading EPYC, Instinct and Ryzen PRO processors will enable us to provide enterprises with customized, future-ready solutions that maximize the potential of AI, cloud computing and advanced analytics,” said Dr. Lisa Su, Chair and CEO, AMD.

"We are collaborating closely with our ecosystem partners such as AMD, a semiconductor leader, as well as hyperscalers, TechOEMs and ISVs - to deliver a full-stack cloud native innovation from silicon to application. By integrating AMD’s cutting-edge silicon innovations with our deep understanding of technology, we’re enabling enterprises to stay ahead of technology trends with greater agility, performance and long-term compatibility. This partnership empowers our clients to make smarter technology investments and accelerate their digital and AI-led transformations with confidence,” said C Vijayakumar, CEO & Managing Director, HCLTech.

As digital transformation continues to reshape the business landscape, the HCLTech and AMD alliance is poised to play a pivotal role in helping enterprises navigate and thrive in this new era of technology-driven growth.

HCLFoundation to Accelerate Water and BioDiversity Stewardship in Rural India

HCLFoundation, which drives the corporate social responsibility agenda of global technology company HCLTech in India, announced a 45% increase in the annual outlay to ₹24 crore for its flagship HCLTech Grant initiative that supports innovative rural development projects by Non-Government Organizations (NGOs) in India.

Starting FY26, the HCLTech Grant will be open to applications for promising projects under the new Water category. The Environment category has been replaced with Biodiversity. The Education and Healthcare categories will continue as before.

Each winning NGO in these categories will receive ₹5 crore for four-year projects, while eight runner-up NGOs will get ₹50 lakh for two-year projects. The total grant for the FY26 edition will be ₹24 crore vs ₹16.5 crores in FY25.

The Water category aims to highlight the critical importance of water in sustainable development. HCLFoundation aims to drive impactful community-based solutions to address water scarcity and improve water management in rural areas. The Biodiversity category aims at focused interventions that bring about ecological biodiversity impact that can be seen and measured.

The new initiative will support projects that tackle various aspects of water management, including conservation, efficient usage and sustainable practices. NGOs focusing on water-related issues are encouraged to apply for funding and support.

"Water is a precious resource. Its responsible management is crucial for reducing water stress in India. Through this initiative, we seek to partner with NGOs on innovative projects on water conservation. Also, there is a need to focus on Biodiversity enhancement across the country. Therefore, we have introduced two distinct categories under HCLTech Grant, Water and Biodiversity, while we continue focusing on Education and Healthcare. The increase in total financial outlay further strengthens our commitment towards nation building," said Dr. Nidhi Pundhir, SVP, Global CSR, HCLTech and Director, HCLFoundation. 

To date, the HCLFoundation has awarded ₹152.8 crore (~$18.4 million) through the HCLTech Grant initiative to scale high-impact projects. Through the HCLTech Grant, it has supported 59 projects across 142 districts in 22 States and two Union Territories.

With these new categories, HCLFoundation has announced the 11th Edition of HCLTech Grant, after 10 consecutive successful editions over 10 years. This year's edition includes increased grant funding, more commitment for runners-up NGOs and a higher focus on conservation efforts. The applications portal is already live. Help desks are active, and soon, the HCLTech India Grant team will be conducting symposiums in various regions of the country.

For more details and to apply, visit https://www.hclfoundation.org/hcltech-grant.

HCLTech is deeply committed to water stewardship through various innovative initiatives aimed at promoting sustainable water management and conservation. Platforms like AquaSphere provide a comprehensive solution that helps organizations monitor, measure and optimize water usage using real-time data, enhancing water sustainability practices. HCLTech has been recognized for its efforts in water stewardship, winning the National Water Award 2022 for its water conservation and management initiatives in India.

Through the HCLFoundation, the company has harvested 57.9 billion liters of water and rejuvenated over 200 water structures. Their projects include rainwater harvesting, river rejuvenation and biodiversity enhancement along the Ganga's catchment area. These initiatives align with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, particularly SDG 6 (clean water and sanitation) and SDG 15 (life on land). 

About HCLFoundation

HCLFoundation delivers the corporate social responsibility agenda of HCLTech in India. The Foundation contributes to national and international development goals by investing in long-term sustainable programs and special initiatives with thematic focus on education, nurturing grassroots sports, health and sanitation, skill development and livelihood, environment and disaster risk reduction and response management. To ensure equitable development, child protective strategies, inclusion and gender transformative approaches are at the core of all the programs of the Foundation. To date, the HCLFoundation has positively impacted over 6.5 million lives. To learn more visit www.hclfoundation.org

HCLTech Partners with IIT Guwahati to Upskill Employees in AI

HCLTech, a leading global technology company, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati to offer employees enrolled in the company’s early-career development program—TechBee—a pathway to advanced education in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and related technologies.

Under the agreement, eligible HCLTech employees will be offered a four-year online Bachelor of Science (Honors) degree in Data Science and AI. This initiative is designed to equip participants with the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in the rapidly evolving tech landscape, preparing them for future leadership roles within the company.

"HCLTech has long been at the forefront of creating alternative talent pipelines, empowering individuals to build successful careers in technology from diverse backgrounds. Our TechBee program provides high school graduates with a unique opportunity to kick-start their careers, and this collaboration with IIT Guwahati adds another valuable pathway for them to pursue their academic ambitions while gaining real-world industry experience," said Subbaraman B, Senior Vice President, HCLTech.

“We are excited to collaborate with HCLTech, a global leader in technology and innovation, to advance early-career education in critical fields like Data Science and AI. HCLTech’s proven expertise in driving digital transformation, combined with IIT Guwahati’s academic excellence, makes this online degree program a powerful platform. It has been designed to offer accessible, high-quality education that empowers students to thrive in the ever-evolving technology landscape,” said Prof. Devendra Jalihal, Director, IIT Guwahati.

Established in 1994, the Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati has swiftly built world-class infrastructure and state-of-the-art facilities for advanced research. The institute offers a wide range of programs across various disciplines, fulfilling the aspirations of the Northeast region.

This partnership with IIT Guwahati reinforces HCLTech’s commitment to nurturing young talent and shaping the next generation of tech leaders. The HCLTech TechBee program offers students the flexibility to pursue higher education while gaining hands-on industry experience, creating a well-rounded, future-ready workforce.

HCLTech Collaborates with Microsoft to Roll Out AI-enabled Solution to Accelerate RISE with SAP S/4HANA Migrations

HCLTech, a leading global technology company, and Microsoft announced that they are collaborating to enable global enterprises to accelerate RISE with SAP S/4HANA migrations on the Microsoft Cloud through a transformative, AI-led, business-value-first approach.

This collaboration brings together HCLTech's GenAI-led service transformation platform, AI Force, the Microsoft Cloud and AI Tools and Solutions and the HCLTech SAP Migration+ model. This will enable an AI-powered near-zero disruption approach to RISE with SAP S/4HANA migrations that significantly reduces transformation complexity, time and total cost of ownership. It will empower enterprises with a business-first transformation roadmap—enabling them to quantify ROI, uncover AI-driven innovation opportunities and prioritize high-impact value creation.

Together, HCLTech and Microsoft are addressing a critical market gap by offering:AI-led SAP assessments to help enterprises realize a compelling business outcome for RISE with S/4HANA adoption.
A business-first transformation roadmap that enables clients to effectively prioritize ROI, uncover AI-infused innovation opportunities and focus on value creation.
An AI-powered SAP Migration+ model that streamlines execution, minimizes risk and embeds intelligence into operations from day one.

"Unlike traditional approaches that primarily focus on migration execution, HCLTech and Microsoft are addressing a critical gap in the market by offering a business case-first approach that empowers clients to quantify value, identify AI-led transformation opportunities and develop a clear strategic roadmap for RISE with S/4HANA adoption. Together with SAP, we are charting a new path for enterprises seeking to modernize their ERP systems and embrace the future with confidence and agility," said Pawan Vadapalli, Corporate Vice President and Global Head, Digital Business Services at HCLTech.

“Our customers are looking for the most agile and effective way to modernize their SAP estate, and at the same time, focusing on how they achieve their broader goals of business transformation, leveraging Microsoft Artificial Intelligence Tools and Solutions. The collaboration with HCLTech puts this vision into action, with a balanced approach focused on business outcomes paired with HCLTech’s advanced migration capability, enhanced with the power of AI,” said Wael El Kabbany, Global Vice President, SAP Business Unit at Microsoft.

HCLTech is a global technology company, home to more than 223,000 people across 60 countries, delivering industry-leading capabilities centered around digital, engineering, cloud and AI, powered by a broad portfolio of technology services and products. We work with clients across all major verticals, providing industry solutions for Financial Services, Manufacturing, Life Sciences and Healthcare, Technology and Services, Telecom and Media, Retail and CPG and Public Services. Consolidated revenues as of 12 months ending March 2025 totaled $13.8 billion. To learn how we can supercharge progress for you, visit hcltech.com.

HCLTech Signs EU's AI Pact to Drive Responsible AI

HCLTech, a leading global technology company, has signed the European Commission's AI Pact, reinforcing its commitment to the responsible development and deployment of AI technologies internally and with clients.

The European Commission's AI Pact is a voluntary initiative designed to help organizations prepare for compliance with the EU AI Act before its full implementation. It encourages companies to adopt responsible AI practices, focusing on safety, transparency, and human oversight.

The pact mandates signatory organizations to take proactive steps to align with the Act's emphasis on safety, transparency and human oversight. Over 100 companies have already pledged to align EU Commission's AI strategies with the Act’s principles. Companies commit to proactive measures, such as mapping high-risk AI systems and promoting AI literacy among employees.

"As AI continues to reshape industries and societies, it's important that this technology is leveraged responsibly. By signing this pact, we're reinforcing our commitment to trustworthy development, deployment and use of AI systems and technologies, thus ensuring that they truly benefit society while minimizing risks and promoting transparency," said Heather Domin, Vice President, Responsible AI and Governance at HCLTech.

By joining this initiative, HCLTech has committed to:Adopting an AI governance strategy to foster the uptake of AI in the organization and work towards future compliance with the AI Act Identifying and mapping AI systems likely to be categorized as high-risk under the AI Act Promoting AI awareness and literacy among employees, ensuring ethical and responsible AI development

HCLTech has long embedded responsible AI practices across its operations, providing guardrails for accountability, fairness, security, privacy and transparency, enabling responsible use of the technology. To enable responsible AI practices internally and with clients, HCLTech has established an Office of Responsible AI and Governance. This office drives the implementation and innovation of responsible AI practices within HCLTech and capabilities in products and services.

For further information, please visit: https://www.hcltech.com/responsible-ai#responsible-ai

HCLTech integrates NVIDIA AI Enterprise and Omniverse with HCLTech’s GenAI solutions

HCLTech, a leading global technology company, announced that it has integrated NVIDIA AI Enterprise with its GenAI-led service transformation platform, AI Force, and NVIDIA Omniverse with its physical AI solution, SmartTwin™. These integrations aim to drive faster AI adoption for enterprises by streamlining software development cycles and enhancing engineering efficiency.

The NVIDIA AI Enterprise software—including NVIDIA NIM and NeMo Retriever microservices —along with the NVIDIA Llama Nemotron model family and NVIDIA AI Blueprints, will enable HCLTech’s AI Force enterprise users to achieve accelerated release timelines, improved code quality and enhanced operational efficiency across coding, testing, legacy modernization, and process optimization.

Simultaneously, HCLTech’s SmartTwin™ platform will harness NVIDIA Omniverse™, enabling enterprises to build interoperable data pipelines on OpenUSD, integrate third-party engineering tools and run high-fidelity virtual simulations. The result: faster, more successful product launches and significant cost savings through optimized processes and reduced reliance on physical prototypes.

"AI is empowering enterprises to achieve operational excellence and business growth across industries. Our work with NVIDIA will bring a wide range of capabilities and benefits to businesses across industries as they adopt AI products and services across their operations," said Vijay Guntur, CTO and head of Ecosystems at HCLTech.

"Agentic and physical AI are transforming every industry from customer service and healthcare to manufacturing and logistics by automating complex workflows, optimizing operations and fostering sustainability and growth,” said John Fanelli, Vice President, Enterprise Software at NVIDIA. "With the integration of the NVIDIA AI Enterprise and NVIDIA Omniverse technologies, HCLTech's AI Force and SmartTwin platforms can help businesses rapidly integrate AI and simulation technology into their operations."

HCLTech and Google Cloud Launch Agentic AI Solutions

HCLTech, a leading global technology company, has launched a suite of Agentic AI solutions in collaboration with Google Cloud to help enterprises unlock efficiency and derive enhanced business value from their digital and technology landscapes.

By leveraging Google Agentspace and agentic framework, HCLTech has created a unified platform where agents with the ability to reason, act and adapt can seamlessly interact with data and applications.

"By collaborating with Google Cloud, HCLTech’s Agentic AI solutions leverage advanced cloud capabilities to help enterprises swiftly adapt to market changes and customer demands, ensuring competitiveness in fast-paced industries. Our approach involves creating industry and workflow-specific AI agents that significantly reduce manual intervention, enhance decision-making, proactively resolve issues, improve customer experience and boost loyalty," said Piyush Saxena, SVP and Global Head, Google Cloud Ecosystem, HCLTech.

"Digital transformation requires technology that can address the specific, complex challenges within an industry," said Victor Morales, VP of Global System Integrators Partnerships, Google Cloud. "Through Google Cloud's leading AI technology, HCLTech will deliver solutions that realize the potential of agentic AI and help customers significantly improve everyday work for their employees."

HCLTech has released 50 Agents on Google Marketplace across multiple industries, transforming various business processes, including IT, HR, customer relationship management, finance and sales. These include HCLTech Insight for manufacturing defect analysis and HCLTech NetSight for network operation optimization and improved customer experience.

HCLTech Joins Samsung Advanced Foundry Ecosystem as a Design Solution Partner

HCLTech, a leading global technology company, has been selected as a Design Solution Partner (DSP) under the Samsung Advanced Foundry Ecosystem (SAFE™) program. This strategic partnership between HCLTech and Samsung is set to accelerate semiconductor innovation and development, leveraging HCLTech's extensive expertise in Engineering and R&D services.

Through the SAFE™-DSP program, HCLTech will offer comprehensive application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC) design services to semiconductor customers who wish to use Samsung's state-of-the-art process technologies.

As part of the partnership, Samsung will train HCLTech employees in advanced technologies, offer technical support on turnkey projects and provide enhanced wafer access through Multi-Project Wafer (MPW) programs for efficient prototyping and production.

"HCLTech's presence in India, coupled with its global expertise and capabilities in SoC platforms and IP partnerships, plays a key role in advancing next-generation silicon solutions. The partnership between HCLTech and Samsung underscores our shared commitment to innovation and excellence, accelerating the time-to-market for new silicon technologies," said Taejoong Song, Vice President and the head of the Technology Planning 2 Team at Samsung Electronics.

"The semiconductor industry is experiencing significant growth, and our partnership with Samsung Foundry highlights our dedication to innovation and developing state-of-the-art custom silicon solutions. By leveraging the strengths of both HCLTech and Samsung Foundry, we aim to drive advancements in semiconductor technology and meet the changing demands of the global market," said Sanjay Gupta, Corporate Vice President of North Asia at HCLTech.

HCLTech Launches Agentic AI-powered Smart Manufacturing Solution on Google Cloud

HCLTech, a leading global technology company, today announced the launch of HCLTech Insight, an agentic AI-powered Industry Focused Repeatable Solution (IFRS) designed to equip manufacturers with advanced data insights and analytics capabilities.

HCLTech used Google Cloud's Cortex Framework, Manufacturing Data Engine (MDE) platform, Vertex AI and Agentic Framework to build HCLTech Insight - an AI Agent that helps enterprises improve efficiency, productivity and user experiences by identifying product defects and other anomalies. The solution can serve enterprises across industries, including automotive, aerospace and electronics, with interactive dashboards and AI-powered virtual assistance to respond to defects in real time, boosting production quality and cost efficiency.

"Our research shows that while businesses are confident of the positive impact of AI, few have actual solutions in production. HCLTech's extensive industry experience with full-stack AI offerings combined with Google Cloud's technologies will help businesses transition rapidly from concept to production-grade solutions," said Vijay Guntur, Chief Technology Officer and Head of Ecosystems, HCLTech.

"HCLTech has demonstrated its deep expertise and commitment to advancing manufacturing analytics by using Google Cloud's Cortex Framework with Manufacturing Data Engine to build HCLTech Insight- AI Agent. By combining Google Cloud's manufacturing solutions with our leading generative AI and agentic capabilities, HCLTech Insight can provide our mutual clients with the tools they need to harness these insights and drive their manufacturing processes to new heights of productivity and efficiency," said Praveen Rao, Global Head of Manufacturing, Google Cloud.

For more information about HCLTech Insight, visit the Google Solutions Center - https://solutions.cloud.google.com/app/solution/0f6cee23-ccc2-4744-9b0f-a2045b750f23

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HCLTech with Intel Launches FlexSpace for AI PCs to Transform Enterprise Efficiency

HCLTech, a leading global technology company, announced the launch of HCLTech FlexSpace for AI PCs in collaboration with Intel®. This innovative solution enhances AI-powered enterprise computers, offering businesses the computing power and flexibility needed for AI-driven environments.

By integrating HCLTech FlexSpace, an Experience-as-a-Service digital workplace solution, with Intel® Core™ Ultra processors, enterprises can perform AI tasks locally on devices, ensuring faster and more secure processing. This reduces the need for data transfers to remote servers, minimizing data breach risks.

FlexSpace significantly improves the performance of advanced AI platforms, enabling faster, more responsive interactions and superior data processing for applications like Microsoft Co-Pilot. With HCLTech AI Force and Edge AI, enterprises benefit from rapid data processing and real-time analytics, providing actionable insights. Additionally, AI of Things (AIoT) applications experience reduced latency and improved performance.

"At Intel, we are committed to delivering transformative solutions that address the evolving needs of modern workplaces. Our collaboration with HCLTech on their FlexSpace solution combines the power of Intel's AI PCs with HCLTech's industry-leading IT services. This collaboration not only meets the critical need for advanced workplace solutions but also enhances customer experiences by delivering unmatched performance, scalability, and security. Together, we are shaping the future of workplace transformation," said Santhosh Vishwanathan, Vice President and Managing Director, India Region, Intel.

"At HCLTech, we aim to revolutionize enterprise AI interaction with advanced, scalable solutions that enhance efficiency and innovation. Our collaboration with Intel on FlexSpace for AI PCs is a key step in helping clients fully leverage AI while ensuring top-tier security and performance," said Anand Swamy, Head of Tech and ISV Ecosystems, HCLTech.

HCLTech continues to deliver intelligent workplace solutions through its HCLTech Fluid Workplace framework, leveraging Intel's Core Ultra processors to empower enterprises to streamline workflows, make data-driven decisions and accelerate innovation across healthcare, finance and manufacturing.

For more information about HCLTech's collaboration with Intel, please visit: hcltech.com/cloud/intel