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Capgemini, a global leader in consulting, digital transformation, technology, and engineering services, announced the appointment of Anne Lebel as Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) and Group Executive Board Member, effective July 20, 2020. She takes over from Hubert Giraud, who recently moved to a new role at Altran, part of the Capgemini Group. Anne will…
Microsoft’s 100X100X100 program is collaborating with Accenture to host the third edition of the Accenture Ventures Challenge for startups in India. To be held on August 11 in a virtual format, this year’s edition of the annual challenge will recognize startups in India across four categories: supply chain resilience, channel shift to digital commerce, systems…
As the coronavirus pandemic has altered the ways recruiting was done by companies, Human Resources-based tech platforms are on a steady rise. HR tech platforms and services have recently become the new talk of the town in the startup ecosystem. Recently, Seattle-based HR tech platform Humanly announced that it has raised about $800,000 from several…
IDEMIA, the global leader in Augmented Identity, announced that it has appointed Pierre Barrial as the new President & CEO of the Group, replacing Yann Delabrière who resumes his previous role as Chairman of the Board. Matthew Cole, who has joined the Group, has taken on Pierre Barrial’s previous position as head of the Secure…
Canada-based all-in-one HR platform Humi recently announced that it has raised CAD$15mn in Series A funding round. The platform provides small to medium-sized businesses with HR, payroll, and benefits solutions. The company raised the funding in both equity and debt. The funding round was led by early-stage venture capital firm Tribe Capital. Tribe has also…
MOPP Foods, a food delivery startup focused on popular Indian street food, Parathas & Pakodas, announced that it has raised angel funding. The current round of funding has been led by Rahul Singh (Founder & CEO, The Beer Café). Others investors that took part in the funding round include Samir Khurana (Advisor, AdvantEdge Founders VC),…
Tata Consultancy Services, a global IT services, consulting and business solutions organization, announced that it has been recognized as a Leader and Star Performer in the Everest Group PEAK Matrix for Open Banking IT Services. In an assessment of 24 leading open banking IT service providers, TCS has been placed highest for its market impact.…
HelpAge India, India’s premier non-profit working for eldercare, announced the appointment of Rohit Prasad as new CEO. He replaces Mathew Cherian, who retires from his post as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) with effect from July 1, 2020. Prior to this role, Rohit Prasad was serving as the Chief Operating Officer (COO) in the organization. “Mathew,…
BioMarin Pharmaceutical, a global biotechnology company that develops and commercializes innovative therapies for patients with serious and life-threatening rare and ultra-rare genetic diseases, announced the promotions of Brian R. Mueller to Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and of Andrea L. Acosta to Group Vice President, Chief Accounting Officer. Prior to this role, Mueller had…
Tosca, an innovator in reusable packaging and supply chain solutions, announced that it has agreed to acquire Contraload NV, a leader in plastic pallet pooling in the United Kingdom and European Union. The acquisition of Contraload will expand Tosca’s geographic reach and increase its product portfolio. The combined company will offer customers a stronger value…
GE, a leading player in the Power Transmission & Distribution business, announced the appointment of Pitamber Shivnani as the Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer of GE T&D India Limited, effective July 1, 2020. Pitamber joined the Company on January 15, 2020, as the Chief Executive Officer, after 32 years with ABB. The company also…
Amid an ongoing border crisis between India and China, the Indian government announced that it is banning about 59 apps with Chinese origin in the country. The recent announcement from the New Delhi government comes just days after 20 Indian soldiers were martyred in a violent clash at the Galwan Valley near the Line of…
European aerospace company, Airbus recently said that it is finalising a restructuring plan which would include massive job cuts. Airbus plane output will be 40% lower for two years compared to pre-crisis plans,confirmed the company Chief Executive while speaking to a newspaper. According to a Bloomberg report, Europe’s largest plane manufacturer Airbus SE is meeting…
Everguard.ai, a developer of AI-based worker safety solutions, announced the appointment of Sanjay Pandya, Professional Engineer, as Vice President (VP) and General Manager (GM) of Construction. In his new role, Pandya will be responsible for overseeing internal operations, augmenting the company’s operating performance and will also lead the company’s efforts in the construction industry. With…
Interactive Brokers Group, a low cost provider of trade execution and clearing services for individuals, advisors, proprietary trading groups, brokers and hedge funds, announced the appointment of Nicole Yuen as an independent director of the firm effective July 1, 2020. “Nicole Yuen has deep expertise in building and managing top-ranked securities businesses in Asia and…