Avijit Kar

About Avijit Kar

As a technology and transformation leader, I steer enterprise-scale IT platforms, network security, and AI operations that power digital resilience and business agility. With a strong track record in leading global consulting engagements, I specialize in shaping strategic transformations — from modernizing cloud ecosystems to embedding AI-driven intelligence and risk governance across operations.At Wipro, I drive the intersection of technology strategy and execution — aligning AIOps, automation, and cybersecurity with business outcomes. My work spans large-scale transformation programs, global security oversight, and advisory leadership for customers navigating cloud maturity, compliance, and next-generation infrastructure modernization.What defines my leadership is a balance of strategic foresight and executional discipline: I focus on optimizing spend and operations through data-driven decisioning, supply chain analytics, and vendor ecosystems that deliver measurable business value.I’m passionate about building intelligent, self-healing IT systems that not only secure but accelerate digital enterprises — creating sustainable technology foundations for the future.

Experience

1. Practice Head of IT Platforms

   Wipro

   Aug 2019 — Present · IN

   As Practice Head for IT Platforms and Strategic Transformation, I lead Wipro’s enterprise modernization and automation initiatives — enabling global clients to build resilient, data-driven, and AI-powered operations.Key Impact Areas:Strategic Leadership: Define and drive transformation strategy across IT platforms, AIOps, and observability — aligning emerging technologies with core business objectives and growth mandates.Innovation & Future Tech: Spearhead adoption of next-generation technologies such as GenAI, Blockchain, container-based microservices, Elastic observability, and cloud-native architectures to accelerate enterprise agility and scalability.AI-Driven Operations: Build and lead cross-functional teams focused on GenAI, AIOps, telemetry, and monitoring — leveraging platforms like Gemini, Copilot, OpenAI, and Watson to deliver predictive insights and autonomous operations.Strategic Partnerships & Ecosystems: Collaborate with global technology partners and internal stakeholders to establish industry-first solutions, foster digital ecosystems, and enhance customer value.Global Capability Center (GCC) Leadership: Architect and scale GCCs for key clients, embedding best-in-class practices in governance, automation, and operational excellence.Outcome Highlights:Enabled measurable improvements in system reliability, cost optimization, and operational intelligence through AI-led automation frameworks.Drove enterprise cloud transformation strategies improving delivery speed, resilience, and compliance across geographies.

Education

• Sikkim Manipal University, Gangtok

  Masters of Science, Computer Science

  2007 — 2010

• The George Telegraph Training Institute

  Diploma in Electronics & Telecommunicatio, Electronics, Telecom & Satellite Comm

  1999 — 2001

• Khalsa Model Senior Secondary School

  +2, Science

  1996 — 1998

Skills

• Business Process Improvement
• Pre-Sales
• Project Delivery
• Service Delivery
• Telecommunications
• IT Service Management
• People Management
• Change Management
• Team Management
• Sla
• Vendor Management
• IT Management
• Outsourcing
• Process Improvement
• Customer Relationship Management (Crm)
• Business Process
• Management
• Security
• IT Operations
• Crm
• Itil
• Employee Relations
• Requirements Analysis
• Project Management
• Business Intelligence