GlobalLogic elevates Piyush Jha as MD, Head of India and APAC
New Delhi, April 6, 2023 — GlobalLogic Inc., a Hitachi Group Company and a global leader in Digital Engineering has announced the appointment and role change of Piyush Jha to the position of Managing Director and Head of India and APAC. This new role was previously held by Sumit Sood, who has now been appointed as the Chief Operating Officer (COO) for GlobalLogic.
Piyush has extensive experience of over two decades, leading global teams and driving strategy for the Indian market while keeping up with the latest technological advancements. As a founding member of GlobalLogic, he has played a pivotal role in building and leading teams of top technologists across APAC to drive innovation and digital transformation for businesses, globally. Piyush has also been responsible for establishing the design labs at GlobalLogic and managing design and technology as well as delivery teams spread across the globe.
"I am stoked to take on the new role of Managing Director and Head of India and APAC regions”, said Piyush Jha, Managing Director & Head- India & APAC, GlobalLogic. “GlobalLogic is at the forefront of digital engineering, and I am thrilled to lead the charge and pave the way to drive the development in the exciting and dynamic APAC region. With a strong focus on innovation, customer centricity, and employee development, I am confident that we can continue to grow exponentially and provide exceptional value to our clients. I look forward to harnessing new opportunities with the evolving technology and business landscape to scale GlobalLogic’s next phase of growth", he said
Assuming the new role as GlobalLogic's Chief Operating Officer (COO), Sumit will be responsible for overseeing several key areas, including Global Delivery, TAG & Learning, IT, and global operations for the company. Since joining GlobalLogic in 2015, Sumit has demonstrated his expertise in business, technology, and service delivery, and has successfully managed and driven growth for GlobalLogic's operations in India and the broader APAC region. With more than twenty-five years of experience in the IT industry, Sumit is highly skilled in building and implementing digital strategies, driving executive leadership, stakeholder management, business solutions, and technical architecture.
Sumit Sood, COO, GlobalLogic said, “As we continue to move forward, I am excited to take up the role of Chief Operating Officer for GlobalLogic. This is a company that has showcased value-creating innovation, a global footprint, and an extraordinary transformation journey. With the onset of our third decade, we are presented with an exceptional chance to expedite the digital transformation of enterprises, with the support of Hitachi's remarkable legacy, worldwide presence, and reliable reputation.”
He added, “I would like to congratulate Piyush on this well-deserved elevation and also commend his remarkable contribution to the company over his 20+ years of service. He has exhibited expertise and abilities to drive business growth through technology and envision next-generation solutions that provide significant value to clients. He is a dedicated, capable, and energetic leader and I am optimistic that he will be able to maintain the high momentum of growth in the future for the APAC region.”
GlobalLogic experienced significant growth and reorganization following the Hitachi merger, capitalizing on the PE space and overall industry growth. The company has been actively seeking digital opportunities across various businesses and customers, leveraging its expertise in driving innovation and digital transformation. With a focus on next-generation solutions, GlobalLogic has been able to deliver significant value to its clients, contributing to its growth and success. As the company's capabilities and offerings expand, it is poised for even greater growth and success in the future.
About GlobalLogic Inc.
GlobalLogic (www.globallogic.com) is a leader in digital engineering. We help brands across the globe design and build innovative products, platforms, and digital experiences for the modern world. By integrating experience design, complex engineering, and data expertise – we help our clients imagine what’s possible and accelerate their transition into tomorrow’s digital businesses. Headquartered in Silicon Valley, GlobalLogic operates design studios and engineering centers around the world, extending our deep expertise to customers in the automotive, communications, financial services, healthcare and life sciences, manufacturing, media and entertainment, semiconductor, and technology industries. GlobalLogic is a Hitachi Group Company operating under Hitachi, Ltd. (TSE: 6501), which contributes to a sustainable society with a higher quality of life by driving innovation through data and technology as the Social Innovation Business.
About Hitachi, Ltd.
Hitachi drives Social Innovation Business, creating a sustainable society with data and technology. We will solve customers' and society's challenges with Lumada solutions leveraging IT, OT (Operational Technology) and products, under the business structure of Digital Systems & Services, Green Energy & Mobility, Connective Industries and Automotive Systems. Driven by green, digital, and innovation, we aim for growth through collaboration with our customers. The company’s consolidated revenues for fiscal year 2021 (ended March 31, 2022) totaled 10,264.6 billion yen ($84,136 million USD), with 853 consolidated subsidiaries and approximately 370,000 employees worldwide. For more information on Hitachi, please visit the company's website at https://www.hitachi.com.
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