Introduction About Tata Consultancy Services
If there’s one company that put Indian IT on the global map, it’s TCS. What started as a division of Tata Sons in 1968 has become the crown jewel of India’s technology industry. Today, TCS isn’t just an IT services company—it’s a symbol of how Indian talent, systematic execution, and client-first approach can build a global powerhouse that competes with the best.
Founded by J.R.D. Tata with F.C. Kohli as its founding general manager (often called the father of Indian IT industry), TCS began by providing services to sister Tata companies. But unlike many captive IT units that remain internal, TCS had global ambitions from day one. In the face of limited infrastructure, brain drain, and skepticism about Indian software capabilities, TCS emerged as the pioneer that proved India could deliver world-class technology services.
Over the decades, it evolved from providing basic programming services to becoming a full-spectrum digital transformation partner—consulting, cloud, AI, cybersecurity, and more—eventually becoming India’s most valuable IT company and one of the most respected tech brands globally.
Key Performance Milestones of TCS
- India’s largest IT services company and among the top 10 globally, with annual revenue exceeding $29 billion (₹2.4 lakh crore+).
- Market capitalization consistently above ₹13–15 lakh crore (approximately $170–200 billion), making it one of India’s most valuable companies.
- Employs over 600,000 professionals across 50+ countries, representing one of the world’s largest technology workforces.
- Serves clients across 150+ countries with presence in banking, retail, healthcare, manufacturing, telecom, and more.
- Maintains industry-leading operating margins of 24–26% and has been consistently profitable since inception.
- Pioneer of the Global Delivery Model, which became the blueprint for the entire Indian IT industry.
What makes TCS especially interesting for aspiring entrepreneurs and tech professionals is its operational excellence and culture. From building competency centers to investing heavily in employee training, from maintaining client relationships spanning decades to navigating technological shifts—TCS didn’t just follow best practices—it created them.
Its journey also mirrors India’s transformation from a back-office destination to a strategic technology partner. TCS helped global enterprises digitize, modernize, and transform—while training millions of Indian engineers and creating a template for professional services excellence.
TCS Leadership: Architects of India’s IT Dominance
- F.C. Kohli – The father of Indian IT industry, founding GM who established TCS’s values and global vision.
- S. Ramadorai – Former CEO who scaled TCS from a few hundred million to multi-billion dollar revenue, taking it public in 2004.
- N. Chandrasekaran – Former CEO (2009-2017) who led TCS past the $100 billion market cap milestone before becoming Tata Sons chairman.
- Rajesh Gopinathan – Former CEO (2017-2023) who steered TCS through cloud and digital transformation era.
- K. Krithivasan – Current CEO & MD, focused on AI, automation, and next-gen services.
The leadership has consistently emphasized learning, innovation, and customer success—creating a culture that attracts and retains top talent.