Vishal Sikka Says Infosys Built AI Early
Former Infosys CEO Vishal Sikka has said that the company had begun building an artificial intelligence platform nearly a decade ago, but the initiative did not sustain momentum and is now part of its past. His remarks come amid renewed global focus on AI-driven transformation in the technology sector.
Vishal Sikka On Infosys AI Platform
Speaking about his tenure at Infosys, Vishal Sikka said the company had started developing an AI platform around 10 years ago, positioning itself early in the artificial intelligence space. The initiative aimed to integrate AI into enterprise services and digital transformation offerings. However, Sikka noted that the effort did not continue as envisioned, and the project eventually lost strategic focus.
Infosys had launched its AI-driven platform during his leadership to enhance automation, analytics and client services.
Early AI Investments And Changing Strategy
Sikka highlighted that early investments in artificial intelligence were intended to reshape Infosys’ technology services model. The platform was designed to support enterprises through data-driven insights and automation capabilities. Over time, leadership changes and evolving business priorities influenced the direction of AI development within the company.
The comments reflect broader shifts in how Indian IT firms have approached AI adoption over the past decade.
Renewed Focus On Artificial Intelligence In IT Sector
The technology industry is currently witnessing accelerated AI adoption across cloud computing, generative AI and enterprise automation. Sikka’s remarks underscore how early AI initiatives in Indian IT companies predated the current wave of large language models and generative AI tools. As global demand for AI solutions grows, companies are reassessing earlier digital transformation strategies to align with emerging trends.
