Mandar Thakurdesai
About Mandar Thakurdesai
Mandar Thakurdesai is the Global Leader of the Digital Application Hub at T-Systems International, with extensive experience in finance, consulting, and digital transformation across various industries.
Current Role at T-Systems International
Mandar Thakurdesai serves as the Global Leader of the Digital Application Hub at T-Systems International. His role involves overseeing the strategic direction and operational management of digital applications, ensuring alignment with global business objectives. He has been instrumental in driving innovation and enhancing service delivery within the organization.
Previous Experience at Cognizant
Thakurdesai held several positions at Cognizant from 2007 to 2016, culminating in his role as Senior Director. During his tenure, he generated over 150 million USD in new business while leading the process manufacturing industry vertical. He also contributed to strengthening the SAP business in Continental Europe while based in Amsterdam.
Career at T-Systems ICT India Pvt. Ltd.
Mandar Thakurdesai has had multiple roles at T-Systems ICT India Pvt. Ltd. He served as Head of Software Factory from 2021 to 2022 and as Head of Business Operations and Transformation from 2018 to 2021. His leadership in these roles contributed to the establishment of a Global Software Factory that serves clients in the automotive and aviation sectors.
Educational Background
Thakurdesai earned a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) degree in Accounting and Finance from Sydenham College of Commerce & Economics in Mumbai, studying from 1983 to 1988. He also completed the Associate Chartered Accountant (ACA) qualification at the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India from 1988 to 1991, specializing in Finance and Accounting.
Professional Skills and Specializations
Mandar Thakurdesai specializes in Information Systems Risk Management and business advisory, particularly in the finance sector. His extensive experience includes institutional strengthening and project re-engineering, especially in the context of introducing computerization in the mid to late 1990s at CMC Limited (TCS).