The Economic Times is gearing up to host the 2nd edition of the CIO Awards for Enterprise IT Excellence during a grand ceremony scheduled for February 27, 2025, in Mumbai. S. Krishnan, Secretary of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), will serve as the Guest of Honour for the iconic event, underscoring the government’s dedication to nurturing digital innovation and IT excellence in enterprises.
Grand Jury Panel:
The awards will shine a light on leaders who are transforming customer experience, enhancing operational efficiency, and creating digital ecosystems amidst rapid technological advancement, backed by a distinguished grand jury of industry experts.
The Grand Jury Meet, which took place on February 7, 2025, saw an engaged jury thoroughly examining the shortlisted candidates regarding their projects to determine the final winners—the top achievers in enterprise IT across India.
The Grand Jury comprised a distinguished panel of industry experts:
- Rajeev Chandrasekhar – Former Union Minister of State for Electronics & IT
- Mahaveer Singhvi, Joint Secretary, Ministry of External Affairs
- Dr. R.S. Sharma – Former Chairperson, ONDC
- Dr. Sangita Reddy – Joint MD, Apollo Hospitals
- Vijay Shekhar Sharma – Chairman & CEO, Paytm
- Namita Thapar – Executive Director, Emcure Pharmaceuticals
- Ananya Birla, Businessperson & Artist
- Renuka Ramnath, Founder & CEO, Multiples Asset Management
- Rohit Bansal, Co-Founder, Snapdeal
Award Categories:
Receiving over 750 nominations, these awards celebrate the exceptional accomplishments of CIOs and IT leaders who are utilizing cutting-edge technologies like AI, cloud computing, cybersecurity, and automation to foster innovation, improve operational efficiency, and bolster business resilience. The nominees represent organizations that are redefining customer engagement, streamlining enterprise processes, and establishing future-ready digital landscapes.Covering various dimensions of enterprise IT, the awards acknowledge excellence in:
- Digital Enterprise of India
- Transformation of Customer Experience
- Capability in Emerging Technology
- Innovative Digital Business Models
- Optimization of Supply Chains
- Digital Factory
- Future-Proofing Digital Infrastructure
- Comprehensive Service Delivery Platforms
- Automated IT Management and Cybersecurity
- Digital Sales and Marketing
- Finance & Accounts Transformation
- Business Continuity and Risk Management
- Transformation of Employee Experience and Learning
The Economic Times CIO Awards for Enterprise IT Excellence serve as an esteemed platform for honoring the vanguards of digital transformation who are reshaping business operations in an atmosphere driven by AI, automation, and cloud technologies. The awards recognize the achievements of CIOs and IT leaders who have adeptly managed technological disruptions, optimized enterprise operations, and enhanced customer experiences. These frontrunners are not only fostering innovation and efficiency but are also establishing a secure, scalable, and intelligent digital ecosystem. The 2nd edition of the CIO Awards will feature exemplary enterprise technology strategies and digital solutions aimed at achieving sustainable growth and a competitive edge.
For further details regarding award categories, nominations, and participation in the event, please visit
https://cio.economictimes.indiatimes.com/enterprise-tech-award
