FedEx Appoints Vishal Talwar as EVP and Chief Digital and Information Officer

FedEx has appointed Vishal Talwar as its new EVP and chief digital and information officer. Talwar joins from Accenture, where he was chief growth officer and senior managing director. He replaces Sriram Krishnasamy, who left suddenly in July. Talwar will lead FedEx's digital transformation efforts, focusing on data, AI, infrastructure, and cybersecurity initiatives.

FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) has announced the appointment of Vishal Talwar as executive vice president, chief digital and information officer (CDIO), and president of FedEx Dataworks. Talwar, who previously served as senior managing director & chief growth officer of Accenture Technology, will take on his new role effective August 15 [1].

Talwar joins FedEx following the departure of Sriram Krishnasamy, who left the position in July. His appointment underscores FedEx's commitment to digital transformation, with a focus on data, AI, infrastructure, and cybersecurity initiatives [2].

With over 27 years of experience in utilizing technology to drive growth and improve operational efficiency, Talwar brings deep expertise in data science, digital infrastructure, and enterprise-scale transformation. His background includes working with companies such as Accenture, IBM, and Dell Services [3].

Raj Subramaniam, president and chief executive officer of FedEx Corporation, expressed his pleasure in welcoming Talwar to the executive team. "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," Subramaniam said [3].

Talwar's new role will involve leading strategic initiatives focused on developing innovative digital solutions powered by data and AI, advanced technology, robust enterprise architecture, and comprehensive cybersecurity measures [3].

"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," Talwar stated. "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" [3].

With this appointment, senior leaders of the Data and Technology and Dataworks organizations will report directly to Talwar. FedEx's annual revenue is $88 billion [2].

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[1] https://www.bdtonline.com/news/nation_world/fedex-appoints-vishal-talwar-as-executive-vice-president-chief-digital-and-information-officer-and-president/article_fc7e1ee7-312d-59d1-995d-db3438eea40b.html
[2] https://newsindiatimes.com/fedex-appoints-vishal-talwar-as-evp-chief-digital-information-officer-and-president-of-fedex-dataworks/
[3] https://newsroom.fedex.com/newsroom/global-english/fedex-appoints-vishal-talwar-as-executive-vice-president-chief-digital-and-information-officer-and-president-of-fedex-dataworks