TCS & SAP join forces to boost cloud migration & AI uptake

Tata Consultancy Services has announced a collaboration with SAP to accelerate the migration of SAP customers to cloud environments and enhance the use of generative artificial intelligence across enterprises.

The two companies, both long-term players in enterprise IT and business applications, outlined plans to support SAP customers as they move from on-premises systems to the cloud under the 'RISE with SAP' initiative. The collaboration aims to facilitate wide-scale business transformation, focusing on improved service management and end-user experiences.

Building on more than twenty years of partnership, TCS and SAP will provide infrastructure and frameworks intended to make the cloud transition more straightforward for enterprises globally. This includes the establishment of a centralised ecosystem for customers utilising SAP platforms.

V Rajanna, President, Technology, Software and Services at TCS, said, "Over the past two decades, TCS and SAP have consistently delivered industry-leading solutions, empowering global enterprises on their digital transformation journeys. As we embark on the next phase, we remain committed to creating sustainable value and fostering growth for our customers. Together, we will continue to transform end-user experiences and drive innovation across the enterprise landscape."

TCS stated it will create an Innovation Council to support this effort, utilising its Agile Innovation Cloud framework to focus on areas such as the democratisation of artificial intelligence, advancements in generative AI, and the expansion of automation ecosystems. The council is designed to encourage innovation at scale for SAP customers.

The collaboration also includes the use of the TCS Pace Port network, which spans twelve cities worldwide, to support joint ideation, development, and deployment of solutions. According to TCS, the Aim of the TCS Pace network is to foster systematic and scalable innovation for enterprise clients working with SAP technologies.

Thomas Saueressig, Member of the Executive Board of SAP for Customer Services & Delivery, said, "Our collaboration with TCS continues to drive meaningful impact for customers by bringing together leading cloud solutions and proven delivery expertise. Together, we are helping organizations simplify their transformation journeys, accelerate cloud adoption, and harness the power of AI and data."

Vikram Karakoti, Global Head, Enterprise Solutions at TCS, said, "TCS looks forward to building on its twenty-year partnership with SAP to launch an accelerated path to RISE with SAP adoption and E2E automation with GenAI. TCS enjoys a 360° relationship with SAP, and, together, we provide our clients with seamless and flexible digital cloud adoption, reinforcing operational resilience and efficiency. The new endeavor combines our agile, scalable methodologies with cutting-edge GenAI innovations to help global enterprises adapt, grow, and unlock new opportunities through technology."

TCS has been SAP's partner for cloud migration and digital transformation projects since early in their relationship. The alliance has enabled global clients to use SAP enterprise cloud, business AI and analytics offerings for evolving operational and data-driven business needs.

TCS reported consolidated revenues of more than USD $30 billion in the fiscal year ended March 2025. The company operates with a workforce of nearly 608,000 consultants and a network of 180 service delivery centres across 55 countries.