Birlasoft , part of the multibillion-dollar CKA Birla Group, has been recognized as a Leader in the Manufacturing Industry Services and Solutions study by Information Services Group (ISG), a leading global technology research and advisory firm. The recognition on April 16, 2026, highlights Birlasoft's strength in AI-led digital manufacturing transformation and positions the company as a key player in the manufacturing technology services sector.

Dual Leadership Recognition

Birlasoft achieved leadership positions in two critical quadrants of the ISG study, demonstrating its comprehensive capabilities across manufacturing transformation services.

The recognition reflects Birlasoft's deep manufacturing domain expertise, strong ecosystem partnerships, and differentiated portfolio of proprietary intellectual property, platforms, and accelerators that enable intelligent, connected, and sustainable manufacturing operations.

Supply Chain and Aftermarket Excellence

In the Supply Chain & Aftermarket Services quadrant, ISG recognized Birlasoft for its ability to modernize and optimize operations using advanced technologies including AI, IoT, GenAI, and AR/VR. The company's proprietary solutions portfolio includes:

• IntelliBridge - Real-time visibility solution
• IntelliVision - Predictive insights platform
• Supply Risk Radar - Risk management system
• IntelliAsset - Asset optimization tool
• SmartEdge - Edge computing solution
• bMACH - Modular acceleration framework
• Birlasoft Cogito - AI-powered analytics
• bSupplyConnect - Supply chain connectivity platform

These solutions support critical use cases including control towers, connected inventory, pricing optimization, warranty management, and AR/VR-enabled warehouse automation, particularly across automotive and industrial manufacturing sectors.

Technology Transformation Leadership

In the Technology, Transformation & Consulting Services quadrant, Birlasoft was recognized for its integrated transformation framework, strong PLM and digital engineering capabilities, and scalable smart factory and digital twin solutions. ISG highlighted the company's proprietary bMACH framework, which orchestrates modular accelerators across critical manufacturing domains including engineering excellence, plants of the future, and net-zero manufacturing.

Birlasoft brings deep expertise across industrial automation, IoT, AI/ML, and SAP-led manufacturing transformations, supported by long-standing alliances with SAP, Oracle and Infor, enabling co-innovation on Industry 4.0 initiatives such as digital twins, IT-OT integration, and AI-driven automation.

Industry Recognition and Leadership Perspective

Komal Jain, CEO-Americas, Birlasoft, commented on the recognition: "This recognition from ISG is a strong validation of the tangible impact we are delivering for manufacturing clients globally. Manufacturers today are navigating unprecedented complexity across supply chains, engineering, operations, and sustainability. Our differentiated approach combining deep manufacturing expertise, proprietary platforms, and strong ecosystem partnerships, allows us to embed intelligence across the value chain."

Jan-Erik Aase, Partner and Global Head, ISG, noted: "Birlasoft has extensive expertise in supply chain and aftermarket services, supported by proprietary platforms, deep industry knowledge, and strong ERP alliances. Its innovative solutions and long-standing client relationships enable intelligent operations and scalable transformation across manufacturing ecosystems."

Strategic Market Position

The ISG Provider Lens™ Quadrant research series combines empirical, data-driven research and market analysis with real-world experience from ISG's global advisory team. This recognition positions Birlasoft as a trusted transformation partner for global manufacturers, helping them turn innovation into measurable business outcomes by aligning strategy with execution and technology with real-world manufacturing challenges.

Birlasoft continues to focus on helping clients accelerate ROI, build resilience, and scale AI-led transformation across varied manufacturing environments to drive long-term, sustainable growth in an increasingly digital manufacturing landscape.

Birlasoft Limited's Board of Directors held a crucial meeting on March 30, 2026, addressing significant changes in the company's senior management structure. The board meeting, which commenced at 4.15 pm and concluded at 5.18 pm, focused on noting resignations and approving new appointments in key leadership positions, all reported under Regulation 30 of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.

Senior Management Resignations

The board noted the resignations of three senior management personnel, all citing personal reasons for their departure. The resignations are effective at the close of business hours on March 31, 2026.

New Leadership Appointments

The board approved two strategic appointments to fill critical positions in the organization's leadership structure, both effective April 1, 2026.

Chief Human Resources Officer Appointment

Mr. Arun Rao has been appointed as the Chief Human Resources Officer and Senior Management Personnel of the company. Arun Rao brings over three decades of experience in HR leadership, talent development, and organizational transformation. He has been associated with the company since 2020 and recently held the role of Group Head - Leadership Development at the CKA Birla Group until March 2026.

Chief Operating Officer Appointment

Mr. Vikram Puranik has been appointed as the Chief Operating Officer and Senior Management Personnel. The company issued a detailed press release announcing his appointment, highlighting his extensive experience and strategic role in the organization's growth.

Vikram is a seasoned, customer-centric technology leader with over 25 years of experience in building and scaling high-performance, AI-first engineering organizations. Known for driving end-to-end delivery excellence, portfolio P&L ownership, and sustainable growth, he has successfully incubated differentiated centers of excellence and service lines that unlock new revenue streams and deliver long-term customer value.

Strategic Focus and Leadership Vision

In his role as COO, Vikram will focus on strengthening Birlasoft's global delivery and innovation agenda, driving operational excellence, margin expansion, and productivity transformation. He will work closely with leadership teams across the organization to accelerate the real-world adoption of emerging technologies, enabling clients to achieve transformative, future-ready outcomes at scale.

Commenting on the appointment, Angan Guha, CEO and Managing Director, Birlasoft, said: "We are delighted to welcome Vikram to the Birlasoft leadership team. He joins us at a pivotal phase of our growth journey, bringing a strong track record of execution excellence and enterprise-scale transformation. Vikram's ability to combine strategic clarity with operational rigor will further strengthen Birlasoft's ambition to be a leading, innovation-driven enterprise. I am confident his leadership will accelerate value creation for our clients."

Professional Background

Prior to joining Birlasoft, Vikram served as Chief of Engineering Delivery and Operations and P&L Owner at GlobalLogic, where he led large-scale digital engineering transformations for Fortune 500 enterprises and technology firms across TMT and Consumer sectors, including Payments, Retail, and EdTech. He also played a pivotal role in establishing and scaling India delivery centers into world-class Global Capability Centers for global enterprises and product organizations.

Regulatory Compliance

The company has fulfilled all requirements under Regulation 30 of the Listing Regulations and SEBI Circular SEBI/HO/CFD/CFD-PoD-1/P/CIR/2023/123 dated July 13, 2023. The intimation has been made available on the company's website at https://www.birlasoft.com/company/investors . Company Secretary & Compliance Officer Sneha Padve signed the regulatory filing, ensuring proper documentation and compliance with all listing obligations.