Mumbai, January 24, 2025 – The 13th edition of CIO CHOICE, India's most prestigious recognition for ICT brands, concluded with a grand felicitation ceremony at the Red Carpet Night. The event honored 34 leading technology brands across 43 categories, bestowing them with the CIO CHOICE 2025 Trust Seal—a symbol of excellence, customer-centric innovation, and industry leadership.
In an era where digital transformation is redefining business landscapes, CIOs and digital leaders are crucial in selecting technology partners that drive efficiency, security, and growth. The CIO CHOICE Trust Seal, awarded based on over 7,000 votes from CIOs across India, is a mark of trust that distinguishes brands for their ability to deliver exceptional value in an evolving ICT ecosystem.
Recognizing the Best in ICT
This year’s winners represent the forefront of technological innovation, offering solutions that help enterprises navigate complexities in cloud computing, AI, cybersecurity, networking, and data management. Leading names such as NetApp, Lenovo, Vi Business, Tata Communications, and Anunta Technologies were among the winners, solidifying their status as trusted partners in digital transformation.
With businesses facing an overwhelming array of technology choices, the CIO CHOICE platform simplifies the decision-making process by spotlighting brands that prioritize customer experience, scalability, and operational excellence. These companies have proven their mettle by delivering solutions that not only address immediate enterprise needs but also drive long-term innovation and competitiveness.
A Platform for ICT Leadership and Collaboration
Produced by CORE Media, CIO CHOICE is an independent recognition platform driven by real-world insights from India's top technology decision-makers. The voting process, meticulously executed across the country, ensures that only the most trusted and impactful brands receive this honor. KPMG, serving as the Knowledge Partner, validates the credibility of the selection process, making CIO CHOICE a benchmark for ICT excellence.
The awards were conferred under the guidance of a distinguished advisory panel consisting of ten senior technology leaders, including:
- Aasish Kshetry, CIO & VP - IT, Asian Paints
- Dheeraj Sinha, EVP and Global CIO, Sun Pharma
- Jyothirlatha B, CTO, Godrej Capital
- Narendra Sonawane, SVP, Global Head, IS, Infosys
- Ramesh Narayanaswamy, CTO, Aditya Birla Capital
- Rohit Kilam, CTO, HDFC Life
- Rucha Nanavati, CIO, Mahindra Group
- Subhash Kelkar, CIO, BSE
- Vinod Sivrama Krishnan, CDIO, Essar Capital
- Vishal Bhatia, CDO, Canara Bank
Their collective expertise ensured that the awards reflected modern enterprises' evolving needs and challenges.
A Night of Celebration and Industry Networking
The CIO CHOICE 2025 Red Carpet Night was a landmark gathering, attracting over 400 CIOs, technology pioneers, and business leaders from across India. The event provided a vibrant platform for networking, knowledge sharing, and collaboration among enterprise decision-makers and leading ICT brands.
Anoop Mathur, Founder of CORE Media, emphasized the significance of this recognition.
“CIO CHOICE, THE platform honouring trusted and dependable ICT brands selected by CIOs and Digital Leaders, plays a crucial role in fostering collaboration among India's top enterprises and ICT Brands. This partnership facilitates joint efforts to address intricate business challenges effectively. In the ever-evolving digital realm, technology serves as a catalyst for business expansion, elevating customer interactions, and stimulating innovation and change. The CIO CHOICE platform exemplifies the strength of genuine partnerships, driving progress for enterprises and ICT Brands alike, said Anoop Mathur, Founder, CORE Media.
Looking Ahead: The Future of ICT Innovation
As businesses continue to navigate the complexities of digital transformation, the CIO CHOICE Trust Seal serves as a valuable benchmark for selecting technology partners that drive success. The 2025 winners have demonstrated exceptional commitment to empowering enterprises through cutting-edge AI, cloud, cybersecurity, and data-driven solutions, ensuring they remain at the forefront of industry innovation.
CIO CHOICE remains a guiding force in recognizing and celebrating ICT excellence, reinforcing the role of technology in shaping the future of business. With another successful edition concluded, the journey toward a smarter, more connected, and digitally empowered enterprise ecosystem continues.
