Imagine facing the challenge of transforming a century-old company’s IT infrastructure. How would you manage the migration of complex legacy data centers to the cloud, ensuring minimal disruption and maximum efficiency? This is the task Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has undertaken with Xerox. By leveraging advanced cloud computing and generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) technologies, TCS aims to streamline Xerox’s transition towards a simplified, service-oriented, and software-driven structure.
The goal is to enhance business outcomes and operational efficiency through a complete overhaul of Xerox’s already huge IT infrastructure.
Revamping IT Infrastructure with Cloud Computing and GenAI
Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has signed a deal to overhaul Xerox’s IT infrastructure through advanced cloud computing and generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) technologies. This strategic move will streamline Xerox’s transition towards a simplified, service-oriented, and software-driven structure. The cornerstone of this initiative is the migration of Xerox’s intricate legacy data centers to the Azure public cloud, which is expected to significantly enhance business outcomes.
Migrating Legacy Data Centers to Azure Public Cloud
The migration to Azure is not merely a technical upgrade but a strategic move to create a new, agile, cloud-first operating model tailored to Xerox’s specific needs. Leveraging TCS’s expertise in AI.Cloud and Enterprise Solutions, including TCS Crystallus, this transformation aims to foster innovation and operational efficiency within Xerox’s operations.
Implementing a Cloud-Based Digital ERP Platform
A critical component of this transformation is the implementation of a cloud-based digital enterprise resource planning (ERP) platform. This platform is designed to enhance Xerox’s operational capabilities, making it more agile and efficient in meeting the demands of its diverse client base, which includes SMEs, government entities, educational institutions, and Fortune 500 companies.
Creating an AI-First Enterprise Platform
TCS will also create an AI-first enterprise platform for Xerox, incorporating generative AI into Xerox’s operations. This initiative is part of Xerox’s broader reinvention strategy, focusing on transforming into a simpler, agile, and technology-led firm.
A Partnership for a Simplified and Agile Operating Model
Amit Bajaj, President of TCS North America, highlighted the bold nature of Xerox’s reinvention initiative. He emphasized that generative AI is propelling the next wave of enterprise transformation, and TCS is proud to partner with a historic American industry leader to realize the potential of this advanced technology.
“Xerox’s Reinvention is a bold initiative founded in the belief that a 100+ year-old organization can rapidly transform itself to be a much simpler, agile, and technology-led firm to better serve its clients,” said Amit Bajaj.
“GenAI has catalyzed the next S-curve of enterprise transformation, and we are proud to be partnering with legends of American industry, such as Xerox, to go beyond use cases to realize the promise of this pathbreaking technology at an enterprise scale.”
TCS expands strategic partnership with @Xerox with a landmark deal for executing an end-to-end transformation program. This program will fast track the evolution of Xerox into a simplified, services-led, software-enabled organization.
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— Tata Consultancy Services (@TCS) June 21, 2024
Impact on Operational Efficiency and Business Process Streamlining
Tino Lancellotti, Xerox’s Chief Information Officer, expressed confidence in TCS as the right partner for this complex program, given their proven experience within Xerox and across the industry. This digital transformation is crucial for reinventing Xerox’s operating model, simplifying its geographical, offering, and operational footprint while enhancing client experience.
“This digital transformation initiative is an important enabler for reinventing our operating model to simplify our geographical, offering, and operational footprint while transforming our clients’ experience,” said Tino Lancellotti.
“We believe TCS is the right partner to deliver such a complex program given their proven experience both within Xerox and across the industry.”
We’re on cloud 9️⃣ after being named a leader in Quocirca's Cloud Print Services 2024 Landscape Report: https://t.co/mgfaCaxHgc. 69% of organizations have adopted cloud print management services, and Quocirca recognized Xerox for its breadth and depth of service offering.
— Xerox (@Xerox) June 11, 2024
How Will You Navigate Your Next IT Transformation?
Transforming IT infrastructure in a large, established company like Xerox is a daunting yet essential task. With TCS’s support, Xerox is taking bold steps to modernize its operations and leverage advanced technologies to drive efficiency and innovation. What strategies would you consider essential in navigating such a significant transformation in your organization? Let us know in the comments.
Thanks to Xerox for the classic image!
