Shaping the Future with AI and Enterprise Transformation

In a keynote at the ISG Executive Provider Summit, Karmesh Vaswani, Executive Vice President at Infosys, shared a bold vision for how AI is reshaping enterprise productivity, architecture, and competitive advantage.

Set against the backdrop of global economic shifts and rapid technological evolution, he outlined how Infosys is helping organizations navigate complexity and unlock new value through responsible and strategic AI adoption.

Key Takeaways

• Breaking the Productivity Plateau
  While enterprise productivity has grown 3.5x over the past 30 years, the last decade has seen stagnation. Karmesh emphasizes that AI—especially compound and multimodal systems—can reignite growth, potentially matching past gains in just five years.
• The Five Vectors of AI-Driven Transformation
  To apply AI effectively, businesses must be reimagined in their simplest form. Karmesh introduced a powerful framework built around five foundational vectors: time, space, physical capital, human capital and throughput.
• AI-Driven Enterprise Architecture
  Infosys is pioneering a four-tier AI architecture that integrates intelligent data fabrics, multimodal LLMs, and autonomous systems. This framework is already delivering measurable impact across industries like logistics and retail.
• Simplifying Complexity for CIOs
  Enterprise IT leaders face mounting challenges—from SaaS sprawl to cybersecurity. Karmesh proposed AI-led simplification frameworks that drive better financial outcomes and operational clarity.
• Real-World Impact
  A case study from a multimodal logistics company showcased 40% automation in booking processes, with ambitions to scale to 70%—demonstrating how AI can streamline operations and create lasting competitive advantage.
• Talent Density & Operating Models
  Karmesh concluded with a call to action: focus on talent density and simplify operating models to stay competitive in an AI-driven future. Infosys stands ready to guide enterprises through this transformation as a trusted partner.

Watch the full keynote here to explore how AI is transforming enterprise strategy, operations, and outcomes.