Guidewire, a leading global provider of insurance technology solutions for non-life (P&C) insurers, has announced the inauguration of its new office at Prestige Tech Park, Bengaluru. This expansion underscores the company’s rapid growth in India and its strategic vision to advance cloud-native solutions, attract top engineering talent, and support insurers worldwide in their transition to digital-first operations
A Milestone in Guidewire’s India Journey
- Guidewire entered India in 2017 through the acquisition of Cyence
- The Bengaluru Development Centre was established in 2021, solidifying the company’s local R&D capabilities
- Today, over 540 engineers across Bengaluru and Chennai contribute to global product development, focusing on cloud platforms, AI-driven underwriting, and data analytics
- The new office will serve as a hub for collaboration, innovation, and sustainability, aligning with Guidewire’s ambition to double its India workforce by 2028
Event Highlights
The inaugural celebration at Guidewire India brought together industry leaders, employees, and partners to foster collaboration and knowledge-sharing. Dr. Pramod Varma, Chief Architect of Aadhaar and India Stack, delivered a keynote on building secure, scalable, and inclusive technology for the digital-first era. A CXO roundtable on “Scaling Insurtech for a Changing India” featured insights from veterans including B.C. Patnaik (Director, National Insurance Academy & former MD, LIC India), Dr. Pramod Varma, Chet Mandair (Guidewire CIO), and Diego Devalle (Guidewire Chief Product Development Officer), discussing policy, technology, and talent development as key drivers toward India’s “Insurance for All by 2047” vision
Focus on Innovation and Talent
Innovation and talent development are central to the new office. Mohammed Anzy S, Managing Director & VP of Engineering at Guidewire India, highlighted the facility as a hub for developing elegant, scalable solutions for global insurers. Initiatives include Guidewire Technology Labs, in collaboration with universities like NIT Calicut, PES University, and Amrita University, and the ElevatED Program, offering scholarships and mentorship to underprivileged female students pursuing technology careers
About Guidewire
Guidewire is trusted by over 570 insurers across 43 countries. Its platform combines data, analytics, digital, and AI to deliver cloud-native solutions that help insurers innovate and grow. With over 1,700 successful projects, the company leads in P&C system implementation and offers access to the industry’s largest partner ecosystem through the Guidewire Marketplace
Conclusion
The launch of Guidewire’s new Bengaluru office represents a strategic milestone in the company’s India growth story. By combining innovation, sustainability, and talent development, Guidewire continues to position India as a global hub for the next generation of insurance technology
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