Meet the Winners of the GCC Excellence Awards
MachineCon GCC Summit 2025, hosted by AIM, brought together pioneers and visionaries from India’s global capability centres to explore the transformative potential of generative AI and harness its benefits for the future. Through the Excellence Awards, AIM recognised leaders in domains such as talent development and management, innovation in process optimisation, collaboration and partnership model and emerging technology pioneers. Here’s an overview of the champions and the accomplishments that garnered them recognition. Air Products Award Category: Excellence in Talent Development and ManagementAir Products, a Fortune 500 leader in the global industrial gas industry, operates in over 50 countries. Its digital Technology Centre in Pune is instrumental in supporting global operations with over 200 professionals. The award recognises their strategic approach to nurturing tech talent and building future-ready teams across geographies. Align Technology Award Category: Best Collaboration and Partnership ModelAlign Technology’s India innovation centre is shaping the future of digital dentistry. With over 250 engineers, the centre has built strong academic and vendor partnerships to create centres of excellence focused on next-gen skills like 3D C++ and computational geometry, earning it recognition for collaborative excellence. Bristol Myers Squibb Award Category: Leadership in Sustainability and CSRBristol Myers Squibb’s Hyderabad centre plays a critical role in global operations, digital innovation, and patient-centric drug development. The company was honoured for its sustainable business practices, commitment to digital health, and transformative CSR strategies, all of which are aligned with its mission to improve lives through science. Carrier Technologies India Pvt Ltd Award Category: Excellence in Talent Development and ManagementCarrier, a pioneer in intelligent climate and energy solutions, leverages India’s digital hub to deliver innovation across HVAC and automation technologies. The award recognises its investment in building high-performance teams and enabling continuous learning in a future-facing digital environment. CBRE Award Category: Excellence in Talent Development and ManagementCBRE, the world’s largest commercial real estate firm, is known for its extensive global operations in leasing, sales, and property management. The India centre was recognised for its initiatives in cultivating a strong internal talent ecosystem and investing in leadership capabilities to meet evolving business needs. Circle K Business Centre India Award Category: Best Innovation in Process OptimisationCircle K, a global convenience retail giant, has revolutionised operations at its India centre by embedding innovation into every customer touchpoint. The award celebrates its successful integration of process enhancements that boost service speed, reliability, and user experience across its 17,000+ store network. Lowe’s India Award Category: Best Collaboration and Partnership ModelLowe’s India supports the global home improvement brand’s omnichannel experience through its Bengaluru tech hub. Its strong collaborative culture—with partners, stakeholders, and community initiatives—earned it this award for building meaningful partnerships that drive business and social impact. MiQ Digital Pvt Ltd Award Category: Best Innovation in Process OptimisationMiQ, a global programmatic media partner, earned this award for integrating complex datasets into actionable media strategies using AI and data science. The India teams help brands navigate fragmented digital landscapes with precise audience targeting and process innovation. Pfizer Award Category: Best Collaboration and Partnership ModelPfizer’s India operations have led exemplary partnerships in healthcare access, innovation, and digital delivery. With a strong focus on underserved communities, its collaboration with local and global stakeholders earned recognition for transforming patient impact through coordinated efforts. Reckitt Award Category: Outstanding Contribution to Digital TransformationReckitt’s Global Hub in Hyderabad is central to its digital reinvention—managing IT, digital, supply, HR, and finance functions. The company was honoured for its forward-thinking digital programs and tech-driven business transformations across its global hygiene and nutrition brands. Renault Nissan Technology & Business Centre India (RNTBCI) Award Category: Emerging Technology PioneerRNTBCI, the tech and business backbone of Renault-Nissan, is driving innovation in AI, IoT, and digital twins. Recognised for pioneering engineering and digital technologies in the automotive space, the Chennai centre continues to set benchmarks for tech adoption and transformation. StoneX Award Category: Outstanding Contribution to Digital TransformationStoneX, a Fortune 100 financial services firm, leverages its Indian GCC to develop financial technology and proprietary platforms. The award highlights its success in accelerating digital transformation and building a globally impactful fintech ecosystem. UPS India Technology Centre Award Category: Excellence in Talent Development and ManagementUPS ITC in Chennai powers the global logistics giant with robust IT, analytics, and engineering services. The centre was celebrated for its people-first approach to talent development, fostering a culture of innovation, skill growth, and operational excellence. Western Digital Award Category: Emerging Technology PioneerWestern Digital’s India GCC in Bangalore plays a critical role in data storage and advanced analytics. The award recognises the company’s contribution to global storage innovations, driven by its tech talent and R&D capabilities in India. Genpact India Private Limited Award Category: Outstanding Contribution to Digital TransformationGenpact’s India operations are at the forefront of integrating AI, data, and domain expertise for clients across industries. The recognition celebrates its trailblazing work in driving digital-first solutions with lasting enterprise impact. American Express Award Category: Best Collaboration and Partnership ModelAmex’s India teams are instrumental in risk management and lending innovations. Through strong internal collaboration and cross-functional synergy, the company was honoured for redefining partnership models that enable robust financial operations.
The MachineCon GCC Summit 2025 celebrated industry leaders with the GCC Excellence Awards, recognising exceptional contributions in talent development, innovation, and sustainability.
The MachineCon GCC Summit 2025 celebrated industry leaders with the GCC Excellence Awards, recognising exceptional contributions in talent development, innovation, and sustainability.
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Merin Susan John is a journalist at Analytics India Magazine, reporting on the intersection of AI and human capital. She can be reached  at merin.john@aimmediahouse.com