Huron Consulting Group: Leadership Change at DXC Technology Boosts Consulting Services Growth
- DXC Technology appointed Ramnath Venkataraman to enhance its Consulting & Engineering Services division and drive innovation.
- Venkataraman's leadership aims to accelerate customer innovation and improve service value with deep industry knowledge.
- His extensive experience in technology transformation positions DXC as a leader in innovative technology services.
Strategic Leadership Shift at DXC Technology Signals Growth in Consulting Services
DXC Technology has recently appointed Ramnath Venkataraman as President of its Consulting & Engineering Services (CES) division, a pivotal move aimed at enhancing the company’s consulting offerings. With an impressive background of nearly 30 years at Accenture—where he served on the Global Management Committee and spearheaded global technology sales and solutions—Venkataraman brings a wealth of experience to his new role. Reporting to DXC President and CEO Raul Fernandez, he is expected to leverage his extensive expertise in enterprise modernization and next-generation technologies, including artificial intelligence, to drive innovation and growth within the CES division.
Under Venkataraman's leadership, the CES division, which comprises approximately 50,000 engineers and consultants globally, aims to accelerate customer innovation while enhancing service value through deep industry knowledge. Fernandez commends Venkataraman as a world-class leader with a proven track record of delivering significant outcomes, particularly in large-scale technology transformations across various sectors such as banking, retail, and life sciences. This strategic appointment aligns with DXC's broader mission to support clients in modernizing their operations and tackling complex challenges to maintain competitive advantages in an increasingly digital landscape.
Venkataraman expresses enthusiasm about joining DXC at this critical juncture, emphasizing the company's vital role in managing and modernizing essential technology systems worldwide. His extensive background in strategy and consulting positions him well to foster growth and drive performance improvements. As DXC Technology navigates the evolving business technology landscape, Venkataraman’s leadership is expected to create unique value for customers, reinforcing the company’s position as a leader in innovative technology services.
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