Prasoon Saxena, NTT Data

Prasoon Saxena serves as president of the Global Products Business Unit at NTT DATA. A veteran leader with more than 25 years of experience in digital transformation and global operations, Prasoon has played a pivotal role in helping some of the world’s largest manufacturers harness technology to drive innovation, efficiency, and competitiveness. At NTT DATA, he guides industry strategy and product innovation across manufacturing, automotive, consumer goods, transportation, and logistics—industries undergoing rapid change as AI and advanced digital systems reshape how products are designed, built, and delivered. Over his eight years with the company, Prasoon has strengthened NTT DATA’s leadership in digital and AI solutions used by many of the world’s top enterprises, including 75% of the Fortune Global 100. Before joining NTT DATA, Prasoon held senior leadership roles at Dell Services and Wipro, where he helped global organizations navigate complex operational and technological transformations. In 2025, he was appointed to the Board of Directors for the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM), where he contributes to national discussions on manufacturing competitiveness, policy, workforce development, and innovation strategy. Keywords: digital transformation, AI in manufacturing, Industry 5.0, agentic AI, cybersecurity, data strategy, workforce development, National Association of Manufacturers