FedEx Corp, announced the appointment of Vishal Talwar, formerly senior managing director & chief growth officer of Accenture Technology, to executive vice president, chief digital and information officer of FedEx Corp., and president of FedEx Dataworks, effective August 15.
With more than 27 years of experience in utilizing technology to drive growth, improve operational efficiency, and elevate customer experience, Talwar brings deep expertise in data science, digital infrastructure, and enterprise-scale transformation. His expertise lies in working with businesses to leverage the power of cloud data AI, and other technologies to increase business resiliency and accelerate digital capabilities to drive profitable growth. Before joining FedEx, he worked with companies including Accenture, IBM, and Dell Services. For nearly two years, he has been heavily engaged with FedEx’s digital transformation efforts through his work at Accenture.
“I am pleased to welcome Vishal to the FedEx executive team,” said Raj Subramaniam, president and chief executive officer of FedEx Corporation. “As a seasoned leader in the technology sector, Vishal has a proven track record in accelerating business growth through forward-thinking strategies and transformative digital solutions. His institutional knowledge and industry expertise will be instrumental as we continue to advance our long-term strategy and harness the full potential of FedEx intelligence to deliver even greater value to our customers and stockholders.”
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As CDIO and president of FedEx Dataworks, Talwar will drive the company’s digital transformation by leading strategic initiatives focused on developing innovative digital solutions powered by data and AI, advanced technology, robust enterprise architecture, and comprehensive cybersecurity measures.
“I am honored to join FedEx during such a transformative period as the company leverages the power of technology, data, and AI to make supply chains smarter for everyone,” said Talwar. “I’ve had the privilege of working closely with FedEx in an advisory capacity, and that experience has given me a deep understanding of the business, the team, and the strategic direction. I have tremendous confidence in the future of FedEx and am thrilled to be a part of the team.”
With this appointment, senior leaders of the Data and Technology and Dataworks organizations will report directly to Talwar.
SOURCE: Businesswire