Cummins India has announced the appointment of Ashish Thakur as its new Chief Information Officer (CIO). In this role, he will spearhead the development and execution of an IT strategy aimed at driving business transformation and enhancing operational efficiencies across the region. With 17 years of extensive experience in the manufacturing and automotive sectors, Ashish has established himself as a leader in digital transformation and enterprise IT management. His deep expertise in leveraging technology solutions has consistently enabled organizations to optimize processes, improve productivity, and achieve digital excellence.

Prior to joining Cummins India, Ashish held key leadership roles at Tata Technologies and Zensar. At Tata Technologies, he played a significant role in driving innovation and digital adoption, ensuring seamless integration of technology into core business functions. His tenure at Zensar further honed his capabilities in IT strategy and implementation, making a substantial impact on business growth and technological evolution.

As the new CIO of Cummins India, Ashish is set to bring a fresh perspective to the company’s IT landscape. His strategic vision is expected to align technology initiatives with business goals, fostering agility, resilience, and long-term growth. With the rapid advancements in digital tools and data-driven decision-making, his leadership will be instrumental in positioning Cummins India as a technology-forward enterprise. Commenting on his appointment, Ashish expressed enthusiasm about joining Cummins India at a pivotal time in the industry’s digital evolution. “I am excited to embark on this journey with Cummins India. The opportunity to leverage technology to enhance business value and drive transformation is truly inspiring. I look forward to collaborating with the team to build an agile and future-ready IT ecosystem,” he said.