Hexaware partners with upGrad to train employees in Gen AI

Hexaware Technologies, an IT services and solutions provider, has announced a partnership with upGrad Enterprise, the corporate skilling and workforce development division of upGrad, to offer advanced training in generative AI (Gen AI) to over 100 employees. This initiative is part of Hexaware's commitment to becoming an AI-first company and follows the establishment of a Gen AI practice and consulting unit last year.

The training scheme will focus on equipping employees to become Gen AI architects capable of developing solutions, addressing business challenges, and steering clients towards their goals using advanced AI concepts and tools. The course will be delivered through a combination of instructor-led training and eLearning modules, requiring a commitment of 7-8 hours per week over a six-month period.

Participants will be selected based on assessments conducted by a panel, focusing on employees with a strong technical or programming background. Candidates who have excelled in the last two years and completed Gen AI Foundation and Advanced courses will be prioritised. Proficiency in deep learning and natural language processing (NLP) is also preferred.

Satyendu Mohanty, Executive Vice President & Global Head of Talent Supply Chain and Learning & Development at Hexaware, commented on the collaboration, stating, “This collaboration with upGrad aligns with Hexaware’s mission to rapidly build the Gen AI capabilities of its workforce. By investing in our employees' skills and capabilities, we aim to stay ahead in the evolving technology landscape and deliver value to our clients. This initiative emphasises learning and innovation to equip our team with the requisite skills to address future demands.”

Satyajith Mundakkal, Chief Technology Officer for Digital ITO and Gen AI Services at Hexaware, added, “Our collaboration with upGrad marks a step forward. By empowering our employees with advanced skills in Gen AI, we are enhancing our internal capabilities and cultivating a team of Gen AI architects. We look forward to these architects designing innovative solutions that will drive value for our clients.”

Srikanth Iyengar, Chief Executive Officer at upGrad Enterprise, expressed his enthusiasm for the partnership, saying, "We are delighted to collaborate with Hexaware to provide advanced training to their skilled IT professionals in Generative AI. With the global workforce undergoing a significant transformation, this partnership is part of our mission to equip professionals with the skills and expertise necessary to thrive in an increasingly digital and AI-driven economy.”

He further added, "This initiative is not just about upskilling. It’s an endeavour to align Hexaware talent’s capabilities with the evolving business landscape. upGrad Enterprise has built a robust platform that seeks to make learning accessible, immersive, and hands-on."

This partnership between Hexaware Technologies and upGrad Enterprise demonstrates a proactive approach to enhancing workforce capabilities in generative AI. It reflects the broader trend of integrating advanced AI skills within organisations. By investing in specialised training, Hexaware is positioning its employees to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving technology landscape.