Infosys, Cloud to help firms become AI-first

Infosys expanded its partnership with Google Cloud to help enterprises build AI-powered experiences by leveraging former’s  Topaz offerings and latter’s generative AI solutions. Infosys will train 20,000 practitioners on Cloud’s gen AI solutions, including Vertex AI and Duet AI in Google Workspace to ensure that firms have the professional services expertise and resources to successfully develop, implement and manage any type of generative AI project.As part of the expansion, Infosys will create the new global generative AI labs to develop industry-specific AI solutions and platforms, which will help enterprises infuse generative AI into their business processes.Salil Parekh, CEO, Infosys, said, “Infosys has long been making investments in the AI space. The combined strength of Cloud’s generative AI capabilities, Infosys’ Cobalt and Topaz will help firms transform and future-proof their business, built on strong digital, cloud and next-generation AI capabilities.”Thomas Kurian, CEO, Google Cloud, said, “Generative AI is fundamentally changing how businesses operate, from enabling supply chain managers to helping marketers more efficiently create campaigns. Through our partnership, we will give our customers the resources and skills needed to use generative AI today to create real-world value for their organisations.”