Cloud Computing

NTT DATA Unveils Global Microsoft Cloud Unit to Drive AI-Powered Enterprise Transformation

by VARINDIA 2025-08-11

With operations in over 50 countries and 24,000 Microsoft certifications, the team will collaborate closely with Microsoft to design, build, secure, migrate, and implement impactful solutions.

NTT DATA has announced the launch of its Global Business Unit for Microsoft Cloud. This strategic move is designed to meet the surging global demand for AI-powered, secure, and cloud-native enterprise modernization. By combining Microsoft Cloud capabilities with NTT DATA’s deep expertise in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and cloud solutions, the new business unit will help organizations accelerate digital transformation, scale Agentic AI, and navigate complex sovereignty and compliance requirements.

According to Charlie Li, Head of Cloud and Security Services at NTT DATA, the partnership expansion with Microsoft will “deliver intelligent, secure, and resilient digital experiences” by modernizing operations, enhancing workforce productivity, and transforming customer engagement.

With a presence in over 50 countries and 24,000 Microsoft certifications, NTT DATA’s new unit offers end-to-end expertise in cloud-native development, observability, and enterprise AI adoption. Led by Aishwarya Singh, Senior Vice President and Head of the Global Business Unit for Microsoft Cloud, the initiative builds on NTT DATA’s longstanding strategic alliance with Microsoft and strengthens its position as a trusted enterprise transformation partner.

Stephen Boyle, Global Leader, SI & Advisory at Microsoft, emphasized that this global business unit “empowers enterprises to integrate AI seamlessly, modernize operations, and achieve digital transformation with confidence.”

Key focus areas include:

Agentic AI at scale using Microsoft 365 Copilot and Azure AI Foundry for intelligent, real-time automation.

Modern cloud solutions for agile application development and migration on Microsoft Azure.

Developer acceleration with over 500 industry-specific microservices from NTT DATA’s Industry Cloud.

Enhanced digital experiences through Microsoft Dynamics 365 Contact Center integration.

Sovereign Cloud specialization under Microsoft’s AI Cloud Partner Program.

In just 90 days, NTT DATA’s Agentic AI Services have generated nearly 100 enterprise opportunities, including major brands like Newell Brands. By leveraging Azure AI Agent Service, NTT DATA can orchestrate multi-agent workflows across platforms, moving AI from the lab to enterprise-scale production. With 27 Advanced Microsoft Specializations, NTT DATA is uniquely positioned to lead in the AI era, helping enterprises migrate big data, scale machine learning workloads, and adopt cost-effective, composable infrastructures for long-term innovation and resilience.