Tata Consultancy Services expects around 80% of its future hires to possess digital and artificial intelligence skills as it expands its AI business. AI-related work accounted for 10% of TCS revenue in the September quarter, and the company believes growing this segment could improve profit margins that remain below its desired levels. In the second quarter TCS added 4,500 employees; about 25 to 30% had specialized AI skills, and nearly 80% were described as new-age technology talent, according to Chief Operating Officer Arathi Subramanian. She said the pattern is expected to continue and that suitable talent is available. CEO and Managing Director K Krithivasan noted that while freshers may have an advantage from familiarity with newer technologies, mid-level engineers willing to learn hold a significant edge because they understand the technology landscape and domain. Customers often begin with smaller AI projects and expand after seeing results.
Tata Consultancy Services expects around 80% of its future hires to possess digital and artificial intelligence skills as it expands its AI business. AI-related work accounted for 10% of TCS revenue in the September quarter, and the company believes growing this segment could improve profit margins that remain below its desired levels. In the second quarter TCS added 4,500 employees; about 25 to 30% had specialized AI skills, and nearly 80% were described as new-age technology talent, according to Chief Operating Officer Arathi Subramanian. She said the pattern is expected to continue and that suitable talent is available. CEO and Managing Director K Krithivasan noted that while freshers may have an advantage from familiarity with newer technologies, mid-level engineers willing to learn hold a significant edge because they understand the technology landscape and domain. Customers often begin with smaller AI projects and expand after seeing results.