Wipro (NYSE:WIT) (NYSE: WIT) is a global information technology, consulting, and business process services company headquartered in Bangalore, India. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio encompassing IT services, digital strategy, cloud computing, cybersecurity, data analytics, enterprise application services and engineering solutions. Wipro serves clients across a variety of industry verticals including banking and financial services, healthcare, consumer goods, energy, utilities and manufacturing, helping organizations accelerate digital transformation and optimize operations.
Founded in 1945 by Mohamed Premji as Western India Vegetable Products Limited, Wipro initially focused on manufacturing vegetable oil and related products. Under the leadership of Azim Premji, who took the helm in 1966, the company diversified into the technology sector in the early 1980s. Over the ensuing decades, Wipro expanded through strategic acquisitions and partnerships, establishing development centers and innovation labs across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific and the Middle East. Its growth trajectory reflects a commitment to next-generation technologies such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, Internet of Things (IoT) and blockchain.
Wipro’s global footprint includes delivery centers in key technology hubs and emerging markets, enabling the company to offer near-shore, onshore and offshore delivery models. This geographical reach allows Wipro to support multinational corporations as well as regional enterprises, tailoring solutions to meet local regulatory requirements and cultural nuances. The company places particular emphasis on sustainability, investing in green data centers, renewable energy initiatives and social responsibility programs targeting education, healthcare and community development.
Today, Wipro is led by Chief Executive Officer Thierry Delaporte, who brings extensive international management experience and a focus on customer-centricity and operational excellence. The Wipro Leadership Team, chaired by Rishad Premji, continues to drive innovation through research collaborations, industry alliances and a network of global innovation hubs. By combining deep domain expertise with a broad range of digital capabilities, Wipro aims to help clients navigate complex business challenges and achieve long-term growth.
