VARINDIA IT MAGAZINE

Wipro Limited has announced that it has been chosen by Chelsea Football Club as its official digital and IT partner. Chelsea FC, the reigning champions of the English Premier League, is one of the earliest adopters of digital to engage and differentiate themselves – both as a team and as a club. Wipro will support Chelsea FC in this transformation journey by bringing together strategy, design and technology. The partnership will help Chelsea FC re-imagine the digital and technology experience. As one of the world’s leading sports brands, Chelsea FC will work with Wipro to create experiences for millions of fans that span not only the in-stadium, game-day experience but also their digital experience, anytime and anywhere. Commenting on the partnership, Rajan Kohli, Senior Vice President and Global Head, Wipro Digital said, “Chelsea FC is renowned for its commitment to excellence and developing passionate fans across the world. Their confidence in Wipro Digital is a testament of...

Wipro has appointed Rishad Premji to its Board of Directors effective May 1, 2015. Rishad Premji joined Wipro in 2007 and has played a critical role in defining the company’s strategy and driving its mergers and acquisitions function.  In 2014, he spearheaded the setting up of Wipro Ventures, a $100-million fund focussed on investing in new-age start-ups building cutting-edge technologies. Rishad will continue to run Strategy and Mergers & Acquisitions, in addition to his new responsibilities overseeing the Technology Office, Investor and Government Relations, and Wipro Ventures. Ashok S. Ganguly, Independent Director & Chairman, Board Governance and Nomination Committee, Wipro Ltd, said, “He brings a unique blend of exceptional strategic insights, understanding of the technology landscape and diverse business expertise. These past eight years have given Rishad an in-depth view of the organization and makes him well positioned to guide Wipro and carry the mantle of...