Driven by a strong demand for data centre-to-data centre connectivity, Tata Communications achieved a 29.5 percent growth in its digital portfolio in FY25. However, the one key element that stands out in the company’s annual report is the integration of machine learning and AI into its digital fabric.
From developing the in-house AI products and strategic acquisitions of various AI companies, here are the 5 key highlights from Tata Communications’ annual report for FY25.
Tata Communications’ Beacon and Vayu platforms
Tata Communications introduced Beacon and Vayu platforms in FY25 to enhance the productivity and performance of its digital infrastructure. The Beacon platform employs its patterns and machine learning capabilities to recognize the issue’s root causes across LAN, WAN, and digital products. Its smart network monitoring system has enabled Tata Communications to reduce incident reporting time by 40 to 50 percent.
Tata Communications’ Vayu platform has been a key element in simplifying the end-to-end workflow for its clients. The platform offers cloud connectivity, Infrastructure as a Service, Cloud Security, and conversational AI in a single product. The platform is known for its cost-efficiency.
AI platforms acquisitions
To improve its digital fabric, Tata Communications made two key acquisitions. The company acquired Kaleyra and The Switch for Rs 833 crore and Rs 481 crore, respectively. The Kaleyra platform is primarily employed in mobile communications and will be a good integration with Tata Communications’ existing DIGO platform.
The Switch platform is known for the transmission of high-quality video productions across the world. The platform is used primarily in entertainment and sports production. The acquisition of The Switch aims to enhance the company’s media products.
Asset sale and restructuring
In accordance with its Fit to Grow strategy, Tata Communications is divesting its non-core assets for a better focus on the high-performing products of the company. The company sold Tata Communications Payment Solutions, a wholly owned subsidiary, for Rs 423 crore in February. The subsidiary dealt in ATMs and banking services.
The company also divested stake in NetFoundryTM, which focused on creating and managing AppNets.