Global Fujitsu Distinguished Engineer
Amitkumar Shrivastava
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Namaste! Some people have a vision for the future and strive to make it happen. I am one such person with an immense passion for Artificial Intelligence (AI) science & technology; its potential beyond imagination can solve challenging problems. I live it every day to make this happen.
At Fujitsu, I drive AI in the global delivery of application service lines. In my last role, I was the head of Artificial Intelligence in India, developed GDC India into an AI hub, and contributed to the overall AI growth of Fujitsu through various Global activities. Moreover, as Fujitsu's technology face, I represent our commitment to keeping technology at the forefront on the global stage.
I aim to touch many lives through my commitment to sustainable innovation and responsible AI solutions. I can visualize AI as a strong enabler for the environment, society, and economy. I advocate for sustainable, ethical, accountable, trusted, and credible AI.
My professional journey in AI is rooted in a robust academic background spanning Computer Science and Engineering, Advanced Computing, Computational Data Science, and Artificial Intelligence. With great enthusiasm, I channel this wealth of knowledge and experience into various roles as an advisor, tutor, mentor, and coach. In these capacities.
I guide individuals from all walks of life—from undergraduates to PhD candidates—as well as academic institutions, startups, and industry professionals. I also serve as an adjunct faculty member, industry advisor board member, and more for reputed engineering colleges.
Achievements
Amit is a noted AI mentor and industry leader and holds esteemed roles across various high-profile technology committees, computer societies, and national industrial associations. He is instrumental in shaping India's AI landscape, transforming the country into a leading hub for digital talent, thereby supporting academia, industry, and government.
For example, Amit is recognized and works with the National Association of Software and Service Companies (NASSCOM), and plays various roles, such as an AI SIG leader, AI mentor, and National AI skills advisor. As an advisor for the National Programme on AI Skilling Framework, he is instrumental in developing Gen-AI standards, including National Occupational Standards (NOSs), micro-credentials, and qualifications and curricula tailored for AI for all the many and few, spanning from students to professionals to homemakers. His work as an expert advisor forFutureSkills Prime, a joint initiative by the Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY) and the IT Industry led by Nasscom, has been featured as one of the global best practices in the Pact for Skills report by European Commission.
Additionally, he is contributing to the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) initiative, developing specialized post-10th diploma courses in AI to enhance youth employability in the country, focusing on underprivileged students or those who have dropped out of education.
His accolades include being named among the "10 Influential Leaders Shaping the Future of Tech", "25 AI Pioneers", "The Pathbreaking AI Leader," "Top 20 AI Influencers", "NetGen AI Leadership Award," and more from various reputed media and magazines. LinkedIn also recognizes him as a "Top Voice," and he has been featured in Forbes Council articles around 50 times for his expertise.
Moreover, he continues to advocate for diversity and inclusion, actively mentoring women pursuing leadership roles through a national program, an effort for which he has received widespread commendations.
Amit is also an accomplished speaker and panelist on national and International stages and a featured and published author. He frequently appears and contributes to category-A media (print & online) and top-tier conferences that span technology, scientific, leadership, and business conferences nationally and internationally. He has earned over 50 honors and awards for his expertise and contributions.
Value Creation
Amit is seen as one of the company's leading AI leaders. He maintains world-class technical skills with a proven record of creating value in Fujitsu's growing technology sector, particularly AI and its future business. Also, positioned as an AI evangelist and thought leader, he is driving and executing strategic growth initiatives and working with Fujitsu's different departments and research units with a mission to grow AI technology and business.
Some examples:
- One of the keys to establishing and growing the AI Unit and Team in Global Delivery Centers.
- Spearheaded, developed, and delivered best-in-class solutions inside PoC environments and at scale for various Industry verticals and domains.
- Strengthened AI Training & Education and Technology & Innovation, mentoring more than four hundred Fujitsu associates.
- Created AI and Analytics learning pathways to address skill gaps and shaped Advance Analytics service components for the business.
- Received the Fujitsu President Award under the Advanced Technology Category for a Future category proposal to improve crop yield using image recognition.
- Showcased and positioned Fujitsu's innovative technology through active participation in global forums like the Fujitsu Forum and Fujitsu Activate Now.
- As the Head of the GDCs Regional Fujitsu Distinguished Engineer chapter, he is committed to enhancing technological excellence and innovation. Furthermore, as a standing Fellow, he plays a pivotal role in strengthening the Distinguished Engineer community.
Additionally, for Fujitsu, through information dissemination, adding value as:
- A regular speaker at the Fujitsu Learning Festival, Breakout Sessions, Teach Backs, Technical Talks, roundtables, conferences, and webinars, both national and international representing Fujitsu.
- A mentor, author, reviewer, and panel member for Fujitsu Convention papers
To know more about Amit, follow him on:
- LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/amitkumar-shrivastava/
- Personal blog - https://aisciene.com/
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