IBM’s Consulting FutureNow Centre now in Visakhapatnam
IBM has opened a new 'FutureNow' consulting center in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, focusing on AI, hybrid cloud, and digital transformation. The facility aims to leverage local talent to support global clients while contributing to the state's goal of becoming a technology hub.
Why it matters
This expansion reflects the growing trend of global tech firms investing in Tier-2 Indian cities to tap into emerging talent pools and lower operational costs.
Global technology major IBM on Wednesday expanded its footprint in Andhra Pradesh with the launch of its new IBM Consulting FutureNow Centre at Lansom Square, at Isukathota junction in the city.
The facility was jointly inaugurated by Information Technology and HRD Minister Nara Lokesh and IBM India and South Asia Managing Director Sandip Patel.
Designed to power global Artificial Intelligence (AI) and digital transformation initiatives, the new center would deliver high-end consulting and technology services to international clients.
Operations at the facility would span AI, hybrid cloud, software engineering, data and analytics, cybersecurity, enterprise transformation, AI-driven cloud transformation, platform engineering, service integration, quality engineering, and user experience services.
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