Wipro Appoints Jasjit Singh Kang as Head of Digital Operations & Platforms

Wipro Limited (NYSE: WIT, BSE: 507685, NSE: WIPRO), a leading global information technology, consulting and business process services company, today announced Jasjit Singh Kang as the new head of Digital Operations & Platforms (DOP) of Wipro’s iCORE (Integrated Cloud Infrastructure, Digital Operations, Risk and Enterprise Cyber Security Services) business.

Jasjit joined Wipro as a part of the Alight acquisition in 2018 and was instrumental in integrating the business and leading the Asia Pacific operations. With over 28 years of technology and business leadership experience, Jasjit brings his expertise in operations management, technology-based innovation, business development, and relationship management to the role. As a Senior Vice President and Head, he will focus on driving excellence in delivery operations and business growth.

Before Wipro, Jasjit spent seven years in the banking industry with Citibank, Bank of America, and ANZ Grindlays. He has also worked in the Business Process Management industry with leading companies like Genpact (erstwhile GE Capital International Services), WNS and Aon. He served as the Chairperson for the National Association of Software and Services Companies (NASSCOM) Global In-house Centers (GIC) for the North India region.

Jasjit will report to Nagendra Bandaru, Managing Partner - iCORE, Wipro Limited.

“The DOP practice has grown in leaps and bounds over the last six years and our customer requirements continue to evolve every day. I have immense faith in Jasjit’s expertise to build the momentum and create futuristic operations for our end customers,” said Nagendra Bandaru, Managing Partner - iCORE, Wipro Limited.

Jasjit Singh Kang, Senior Vice President and Head, iCORE-DOP, Wipro Limited said, “These are exciting times and Wipro is in a strong position to grow with integrated technology and digital capability. I look forward to leading the team to greater success.”

Jasjit has an MBA from the Central Queensland University, Australia, and is a certified Six Sigma practitioner.

About Wipro Limited

Wipro Limited (NYSE: WIT, BSE: 507685, NSE: WIPRO) is a leading global information technology, consulting and business process services company. We harness the power of cognitive computing, hyper-automation, robotics, cloud, analytics and emerging technologies to help our clients adapt to the digital world and make them successful. A company recognized globally for its comprehensive portfolio of services, strong commitment to sustainability and good corporate citizenship, we have over 220,000 dedicated employees serving clients across six continents. Together, we discover ideas and connect the dots to build a better and a bold new future.

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