Datamatics Global Services has appointed Dr. Rajesh Gharpure as President and Chief Operating Officer (COO) to strengthen its focus on AI-led services, profitable growth and operational excellence. Announced on October 16, 2026, the appointment comes as the company looks to expand its AI capabilities and deliver measurable business outcomes for enterprise customers.
Gharpure brings more than 30 years of international experience in technology services, digital transformation, profit-and-loss management and large-scale operations. Before joining Datamatics, he served as Chief Delivery Officer at Persistent Systems, where he led the Technology Services organization and worked on business growth, margin improvement, managed services expansion and the integration of multiple business units.
Earlier, he spent more than two decades at L&T Infotech, now LTM, serving as Executive Vice President and Global Delivery Head and as a member of its Management Council. His experience includes managing global customers across manufacturing, automotive and energy. He holds a Ph.D. in Management from Symbiosis International University and professional qualifications as a CPA, Company Secretary and Cost & Works Accountant.
At Datamatics, Gharpure will oversee Digital Technologies, Digital Operations and Experiences, AI Consulting, Solutions and Presales, Corporate Quality, and IT Operations. His responsibilities include strengthening collaboration across business units, improving execution and expanding AI-driven service offerings.
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Vice Chairman and CEO Rahul Kanodia said Gharpure’s experience in scaling global businesses and transforming service delivery would support Datamatics’ strategic shift toward AI-led services.
Datamatics provides digital technology, operations and experience solutions, including intelligent document processing, robotic process automation, AI and machine learning, smart workflows and business intelligence. Its services span sectors such as banking, financial services, insurance, healthcare, manufacturing and media.
Gharpure’s appointment reflects a broader shift in enterprise technology services: organizations are increasingly expected to move beyond AI experimentation and integrate AI into business processes at scale. By combining technology expertise with operational discipline, Datamatics aims to strengthen its capabilities, improve customer outcomes and build sustainable growth in an increasingly AI-driven market.
