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According to CFO Kabir Shakir, when AI giant Nvidia sought to expand its alliances in India, it knew exactly with whom to partner: \u201cThey did their homework, and they tapped on Tata\u2019s door.\u201d

This partnership, Shakir tells us, has proven to be but one of a number of alliances in Tata\u2019s journey toward becoming \u201cthe national AI champion for all of India.\u201d Along the way, Tata Communications received its first order of Nvidia\u2019s technology, whose integration has since been fast-tracked into Tata\u2019s production processes. With Tata\u2019s dominance in the Indian market, Shakir continues to relate, the company is now determined to capitalize on its Nvidia partnership in order to drive growth through AI innovations across its offerings.

Of course, as it turns out, few finance executives may have been better prepared than Shakir to serve as an ambassador from India\u2019s burgeoning AI appetite to U.S. technology companies. Before being named CFO of Tata Communications in 2020, Shakir\u2014as CFO of Microsoft India\u2014oversaw the software developer\u2019s finance function for all of the country, gaining deep insights into the dynamics of tech-driven growth in one of the world\u2019s most complex markets. His role at Microsoft involved managing a fast-evolving financial landscape, making him well versed in navigating the intersections of technology, finance, and global business. Not insignificantly, prior to his tenure at Microsoft, Shakir had spent 23 years at Unilever, where he advanced through various finance roles that ultimately led to major financial initiatives across multiple geographies.

Beyond its Nvidia alliance, Tata Communications has formed strategic partnerships with other tech giants such as Microsoft, Google, Cisco, and AWS, positioning itself as a key player in the global digital ecosystem. Each of these collaborations continues to strengthen Tata\u2019s ability to deliver cutting-edge solutions, particularly as the world increasingly embraces AI-driven technologies.

Tata\u2019s long-standing relationship with Formula 1 racing has further showcased its expertise in high-performance data transmission. The firm handles the live feed of Formula 1 events globally, ensuring seamless visual delivery of intricate performance data to millions of viewers. This partnership exemplifies Tata\u2019s ability to manage complex, large-scale operations while maintaining the highest standards of quality and reliability.

These forward-leaning collaborations\u2014such as with AI innovators like Nvidia or through sports broadcasting and Formula 1\u2014are central to Tata\u2019s growth strategy, driving both innovation and market leadership in our increasingly digital world.