Stellantis India, a global leader in the automotive industry, has opened its state-of-the-art Stellantis Digital Hub in Hyderabad. The grand inauguration ceremony was attended by esteemed leaders from Stellantis, including Christopher Taylor, Chief Digital Information Officer, and Gilberto Ceresa, Regional Operations Head – ICT and Digital. Dignitaries from the Government of Telangana, including Mr. K T Rama Rao, Honourable Minister for Industries & Commerce, IT E & C, MA and UD, Mr. Jayesh Ranjan, IAS, Principal Secretary to Govt, Industries & Commerce Dept and Industries, Dr. Vishnu Vardhan Reddy, IFS, Spl Secretary Invest Telangana, and Mr. Amarnath Reddy, Chief Relationship Officer Telangana, were also present at the event.
The Stellantis Digital Hub spans an impressive 75,000 square feet and showcases the company’s commitment to innovation and cutting-edge technology. The hub was designed based on the “New Era of Agility” model, which blends remote and in-office work to foster a collaborative environment. With over 700 workstations and innovative features, the hub represents a forward-thinking approach. It will provide end-to-end capabilities in product development, IT services, and software technologies. Aligned with Stellantis’ Dare Forward 2030 strategic plan, the hub aims to drive innovation and contribute to the company’s transformation into a prominent mobility tech provider.
Yves Bonnefont, Stellantis Chief Software Officer, expressed excitement about expanding the company’s presence in India, stating, “We are thrilled to expand our presence in India with the addition of a new software office in Hyderabad. Today’s grand opening, following the inauguration of the new software hub in Bengaluru last year, demonstrates our excitement for growth in India and the crucial role that the talented workforce in the region plays in building our global tech platforms.”
Christopher Taylor, Chief Digital Information Officer of Stellantis, highlighted the value the new office will bring to the company’s global business units, stating, “We are excited about the immense value our new office will bring to Stellantis’ global business units. The talent pool in Hyderabad is exceptional and highly adept at cross-cultural collaboration with our other global teams. We are confident that it will contribute significantly to our digital transformation journey. The digital hub in Hyderabad will be instrumental in expanding our global ICT team and capabilities.”
Roland Bouchara, CEO & MD of Stellantis India, emphasized the strategic importance of elevating the customer experience amid the industry’s digital transformation. “The Stellantis Digital Hub in Hyderabad will act as a nerve center that enables cutting-edge customer research to help us gain invaluable consumer insights and drive the development of transformative solutions,” said Bouchara. “This hub signifies our unwavering commitment to staying at the forefront of the automotive industry’s digital revolution, leveraging advanced technologies to shape a future where customer-centricity and innovation intersect seamlessly.”
Additionally, the Stellantis Digital Hub in Hyderabad will foster the growth of Indian talent in the software and technology sectors, providing a platform to gain deeper insights into the domestic market. Stellantis is dedicated to nurturing local expertise and leveraging it to drive innovation and growth.
With the inauguration of the Stellantis Digital Hub in Hyderabad, the company solidifies its position as a trailblazer in the automotive industry’s digital transformation. The new hub exemplifies Stellantis’ dedication to innovation, collaboration, and excellence, paving the way for a future driven by cutting-edge technology and transformative mobility solutions.
