Wipro Appoints Amit Kumar as Global Head of Consulting

Wipro Limited appointed Amit Kumar as managing partner and global head of Wipro Consulting on Friday. 

Kumar will lead Wipro’s consulting division, focusing on AI-driven growth and helping clients navigate business and technology changes. The company said his role includes delivering AI, data, and industry solutions to support businesses in adapting to digital advancements. 

“His experience in driving business growth, combined with his passion for innovation and results-driven approach, makes him the ideal leader to propel our consulting business into an exciting new future and deliver superior value to our clients,” said Srini Pallia, CEO and MD of Wipro. 

Commenting on his new role, Kumar said the evolving AI landscape presents unprecedented opportunities for businesses to innovate and lead. 

“I look forward to collaborating with the talented team at Wipro to build on our success and set new benchmarks for consulting excellence globally,” he said.

Kumar has more than 24 years of consulting experience in various industries in North America, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific. 

Before joining Wipro, Kumar was managing director at Accenture Consulting, where he spent 17 years leading roles in the Americas Market and Industry X Consulting.

Meanwhile, Etihad Airways has chosen Wipro Limited to lead a major technology modernisation project. The five-year contract aims to enhance operational efficiency and customer experience.As part of the modernisation, GenAI modules will be integrated into Etihad’s IT framework, enabling the automation of data centres, improved device management, and enhanced end-user support.