Seasoned Technology Leader Takes Helm of Delivery Operations
In a significant leadership move, Prodapt, a global technology services provider, has announced the immediate appointment of Dhanashree Bhat as its new Chief Delivery Officer (CDO). The appointment marks a strategic step in Prodapt's mission to reinforce its position as an AI-first technology leader in the competitive digital services landscape.
Based in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, Dhanashree brings an impressive three decades of industry experience to her new role, having previously held senior leadership positions at prominent technology firms including Persistent Systems and Tech Mahindra.
Redefining Operational Excellence with AI and Automation
As Chief Delivery Officer, Dhanashree Bhat will spearhead Prodapt's comprehensive delivery operations, focusing on integrating cutting-edge technologies including artificial intelligence, automation, and agile practices to modernize and scale the company's delivery infrastructure.
Her leadership philosophy centers around challenging conventional approaches to redefine operational excellence. She will concentrate on enhancing customer centricity, driving measurable business outcomes, and delivering exceptional customer experiences through innovative work culture development and disruption of traditional operating models.
This strategic appointment ensures Prodapt maintains its agility and future-readiness in an increasingly dynamic technology environment where AI transformation has become critical for competitive advantage.
Distinguished Career and Educational Background
Dhanashree's professional credentials include extensive expertise in global delivery management, strategic business unit leadership, talent supply chain transformation, and executing large-scale business and cost transformation initiatives.
Her academic qualifications are equally impressive, holding a Master's degree in Telecom and Software Architecture from BITS Pilani and an Engineering degree from the prestigious College of Engineering, Pune. She has further enhanced her executive capabilities through advanced education at Harvard.
The industry has recognized her contributions through several prestigious awards, including being honored as a Rockstar Leader in Digital Transformation for the APAC region by ISG and receiving the distinction of Exceptional Woman Leader in IT by SEAP, Pune.
Dhanashree succeeds Sriram Natarajan, who currently serves as Chief Operating Officer and will transition to supporting strategic initiatives for the Jhaver Group, Prodapt's parent organization.
Expressing enthusiasm about the new appointment, Manish Vyas, CEO & MD of Prodapt, stated: "I am thrilled to welcome Dhanashree to Prodapt's leadership team. Her proven track record in customer success, building exceptional teams, and reimagining how technology, including AI, enables business outcomes makes her an invaluable addition. I extend my gratitude to Sriram for his significant contributions and leadership, and wish him the very best in his new role."
About Prodapt's Global Footprint
Prodapt stands as a prominent AI-first global technology leader that delivers consulting, business reengineering, and managed services to the world's largest telecom and technology enterprises. These organizations are actively building the networks and digital experiences that will define tomorrow's technological landscape.
As a ServiceNow-invested company, Prodapt has earned recognition as a specialist in the Gartner eMQ for Gen AI consulting and implementation services. The company's impressive client portfolio includes industry giants such as Google, Amazon, PayPal, SoftBank, Ciena, Verizon, Vodafone, Liberty Global, British Telecom, Deutsche Telekom, and Samsung, among many others.
Prodapt's technology infrastructure connects 1.1 billion people and 5.4 billion devices globally, demonstrating its massive scale and impact. The company employs over 6,000 technology and domain experts across the Americas, Europe, India, Africa, and Japan, and holds the distinguished "Great Place To Work® Certified™" designation.
As part of the 130-year-old business conglomerate The Jhaver Group, which employs more than 32,000 people across 80+ global locations, Prodapt benefits from extensive resources and industry experience while maintaining its innovative, forward-thinking approach to technology services.
