Sivakumar S

Pre-Sales Solutioning lead, AI and Data, TCS

Ernakulam, Kerala, India

About

Pre Sales Solutioning lead for AI and Data. Leading the positioning and packaging of AI and Data capabilities within TCS for various opportunities. My earlier role as an Innovation Consultant within TCS Corporate Research and Innovation involved transforming cybersecurity and computing systems research into tangible industry solutions. With over three years in this role, I've championed the creation of IP-based products, leveraging machine learning algorithms and information security analysis to address pressing industry challenges. The synergy between our research teams and business units has been pivotal in contextualizing innovations for diverse verticals. Our team has excelled in facilitating workshops and developing thought leadership that aligns with strategic research themes. This collaborative approach has enabled us to produce whitepapers and articles that resonate with current technology trends.

Experience

  • Tata Consultancy Services (10 yrs)
    • Pre Sales lead AI and Data
      Jun 2025 - Present · 1 yr 2 mos

    • Innovation Consultant, Global consulting practice
      Jun 2024 - May 2025 · 1 yr

      1) Created an Innovation framework for a large European bank customized to their operating model resulting in a more structured approach to innovation management. 2) Defined the governance model and metrics for innovation ROI resulted in more ideas moving to PoC and MVP stages. 3) Created a Point of view of ”Future of Digital identity” for an airlines group

    • Innovation Consultant, Computing Systems Research area, TCS Research
      Apr 2023 - Jun 2024 · 1 yr 3 mos

      ◦ Creation and curation of research stories based on the advanced research happening around AI for Cybersecurity, Responsible AI, Post quantum cryptography and other Privacy by design areas. ◦ Packaging and positioning of research assets with business verticals and creation of go to market strategy for them. ◦ Early stage research asset valuation for business proposals ◦ Providing business insights to Scientists working across different research units ◦ Thought leadership (PoV’s and whitepapers) development with focus on curation of research stories.

  • Infosys ()
    • Technology Lead
      Apr 2015 - Aug 2016 · 1 yr 5 mos

      Led a small team of 10 people to develop an iOS app for sports marketing for a major sports brand in Europe.

    • Technology Analyst
      Apr 2012 - Aug 2015 · 3 yrs 5 mos

      Activities: Requirements gathering, Effort estimation, Development of iOS applications. 1) Developed a Point of sales solution with many modules including payments for a major Indian retail brand. 2) Developed an IOS app that empowers sales personnel of a retailer to increase their customer touchpoints and improve customer experience.

    • Software Engineer
      Apr 2010 - Apr 2012 · 2 yrs 1 mo

      Developed the payments and reports modules of Finacle core banking solution. Implemented this solution across multiple banks across Africa.