HCLTech Launches New Compact AI Center Service With AWS

HCLTech has teamed up with Amazon Web Services to roll out a new service that helps companies set up small, AI-focused Global Capability Centres. This offering forms part of the GCC 360 suite and pairs the company's consulting skills and platforms with cloud technology and autonomous intelligence tools from AWS.

Structure and Rollout

Unlike traditional setups that rely on large teams and wide goals, this nano model focuses on small, product-driven groups and smart workflows. The Asia-Pacific region will see the first phase of this launch. For companies that already run such centres, the plan uses a hub-and-spoke setup tied to the Lucknow campus of HCLTech, backed by delivery teams in India.

Target Audience

The service is built for two main groups of businesses. It helps companies that already operate centres and want to add artificial intelligence without breaking their current work. It also aids mid-sized firms that want a local base without building a massive setup right away. HCLTech handles the design and build process, while AWS brings joint market support along with access to its cloud and intelligence tools.

Leadership Views

Kiran Cherukuri, who leads the global practice for these centres at HCLTech, noted that these compact setups are turning into the main engine for building digital intelligence. Prabhakar Appana from the same firm added that the setup gives businesses a safer and faster way to move past simple trials. Amit Anshu from AWS India and South Asia stated that firms across the region want to build these smart operations quickly and with confidence.

Context

Global Capability Centres are overseas offices set up by major multinational companies to handle internal tech work, research, and business operations. Many firms traditionally built these in India to take advantage of skilled talent and lower operating costs. Lately, these hubs are shifting from basic support tasks to driving advanced digital and automation projects.