Hexaware partners with upGrad Enterprise to enhance workforce expertise in GenAI

IT services provider Hexaware Technologies has announced a partnership with upGrad Enterprise, the corporate skilling division of upGrad. This collaboration aims to upskill Hexaware's workforce in advanced generative AI (Gen AI) concepts and tools, aligning with the company’s goal to remain at the forefront of technological innovation.

Under this partnership, Hexaware plans to train over 100 employees to become GenAI architects. These selected employees will receive comprehensive training designed to equip them with the expertise needed to develop innovative solutions and tackle business challenges using Gen AI, thereby driving client success.

The selection process for the program will be rigorous, targeting employees in specific grades with strong technical or programming backgrounds, particularly those in roles like technical architect. Candidates must have demonstrated high performance over the past two years and completed foundational and advanced Gen AI courses. Additional qualifications include proficiency in deep learning and natural language processing (NLP). The training will blend instructor-led sessions with eLearning modules for a well-rounded educational experience.

Satyendu Mohanty, Executive Vice President & Global Head of Talent Supply Chain and Learning & Development at Hexaware, highlighted the significance of this initiative. "Our collaboration with upGrad aligns perfectly with our mission to rapidly build Gen AI capabilities within our workforce. By investing in our employees' skills, we aim to maintain a competitive edge in the ever-evolving technology landscape and continue delivering exceptional value to our clients," he said.

Satyajith Mundakkal, CTO for Digital ITO and Gen AI Services at Hexaware, said, "This partnership with upGrad is a significant step forward for us. By empowering our employees with advanced Gen AI skills, we are not only enhancing our internal capabilities but also fostering a team of experts who will design innovative solutions that drive client success."

Srikanth Iyengar, CEO of upGrad Enterprise, expressed enthusiasm about the partnership, stating, "We are excited to collaborate with Hexaware to deliver advanced Gen AI training to their talented IT professionals. In a rapidly transforming global workforce, this partnership represents our commitment to equipping professionals with the necessary skills to excel in a digital and AI-driven economy. This initiative goes beyond upskilling—it's about aligning Hexaware's talent with the evolving business landscape through an immersive and hands-on learning experience."

Last month, Hexaware unveiled its GenAI App for Retailers on AWS Marketplace, a digital catalog featuring thousands of software listings from independent vendors, making it simple to find, test, buy, and deploy software on Amazon Web Services (AWS). Tailored for e-commerce retailers, the app harnesses the power of Gen AI to automate the creation of product descriptions, streamline bulk image uploads, and enhance product visuals. This not only boosts customer engagement but also improves search engine optimization (SEO). AWS customers can now easily purchase and manage Hexaware’s Gen AI App for Retailers directly within the AWS Marketplace.

Earlier in March, it introduced Tensai GPT, an intuitive AI web application developed in collaboration with Microsoft Azure. Designed to empower Hexaware employees across various industries, Tensai GPT enables users to tap into company knowledge and fuel creativity. The app encourages employees to contribute innovative ideas and bring them to life by combining generative AI with virtual guidance, ultimately benefiting clients with real-world support.