Datamatics Global Services Appoints Dr. Rajesh Gharpure as COO

Dr. Rajesh Gharpure appointed as Chief Operating Officer. Appointment effective October 15, 2026.

Reader Takeaway: New COO brings 30 years of global tech leadership experience to drive Datamatics' operational efficiency and growth.

What just happened

Datamatics Global Services has officially named Dr. Rajesh Gharpure as its new Chief Operating Officer. The Board of Directors approved the appointment via circular resolution following a recommendation from the Nomination and Remuneration Committee. Dr. Gharpure will serve as a member of the company's Senior Management Personnel.

Why this matters

This leadership addition is a significant move for Datamatics as it looks to strengthen its executive suite. Dr. Gharpure brings a strong background in large-scale P&L management and digital transformation, which is expected to support the company’s strategic goals. His extensive experience in global delivery and team management at major IT service providers suggests a focus on scaling operations and improving delivery excellence.

Professional Background

Dr. Gharpure brings over three decades of industry experience. Before joining Datamatics, he served as the Chief Delivery Officer at Persistent Systems, where he managed a large-scale technology services organization of approximately 11,000 professionals. During his tenure, he was credited with delivering over 20% growth and significantly increasing utilization rates. His background also includes a stint as Executive Vice President and Global Delivery Head at L&T Infotech, where he managed a $550 million business unit and delivered consistent revenue growth.

What to track next

Investors will look for how Dr. Gharpure integrates into the current management structure and his initial focus areas for enhancing operational performance and service delivery metrics in the coming fiscal quarters.