Praveena Bhimavarapu has been appointed as the senior vice president and head of the Global Capability Centre (GCC) in India for Maximus, a leading global employer and provider of government services. With over twenty years of experience as a global technology leader, Bhimavarapu has a strong track record of overseeing large and diverse technology portfolios. She has successfully guided complex IT transformation and modernisation initiatives for multinational companies.
In her new role, Bhimavarapu will drive the core strategy of building a technology-led organisation that supports Maximus’ business units, while also being a transformational leader in India for technology, business, and shared services. Derrick Pledger, Chief Digital and Information Officer (CDIO) of Maximus, stated, “At the GCC, Praveena will drive our core strategy to build a technology-led organisation that supports our business units while being a transformational leader in India for technology, business, and shared services.”
Bhimavarapu expressed her excitement about her new role, saying, “I look forward to helping extend our capabilities and driving success to meet our clients’ ever-evolving needs.” The GCC focuses on fostering innovation at Maximus by leveraging new and emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and advanced analytics. It also supports the company’s back-office operations through comprehensive platform solutions and capability management.
In addition to Maximus, Canadian information management giant OpenText has also recently expanded its Bengaluru-based centre of excellence (CoE) to support its growth in India. The new facility spans over 70,000 sqft and houses engineering and product development teams that focus on OpenText’s business clouds, AI, cybersecurity, and DevOps. With over 6,000 employees in India, the CoE is not just a back office but a crucial part of OpenText’s global workforce.
Bengaluru is a major hub for GCCs in India, with over 34% of GCCs located in the city. This can be attributed to Bengaluru’s strong IT industry, skilled workforce, and good infrastructure. According to the Karnataka government’s latest GCC policy, 875 new GCCs have been established in the state, with a goal of reaching 1,000 by 2029. This is a testament to Bengaluru’s position as India’s top hub for GCCs, which can also be attributed to the city’s early entry into the IT sector.
Overall, GCCs employ over 2.2 million people in India, with major hubs in Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and Mumbai. As of September this year, Bengaluru was home to approximately 450 GCCs. This trend is expected to continue, with Bengaluru being a preferred choice for GCCs due to its strong IT industry and conducive business environment.
