
Exide Energy Solutions Ltd has appointed Bhaskara A R as its new Chief Information Officer (CIO), marking a key step in strengthening its technology leadership and accelerating its digital transformation initiatives. In his new role, Bhaskara will be responsible for aligning IT strategy with business priorities, enhancing the company’s digital backbone, and enabling technology-driven innovation to support growth and competitiveness.
With over two decades of experience in IT strategy, infrastructure management, and enterprise technology leadership, Bhaskara brings a proven ability to build robust technology ecosystems that deliver measurable business outcomes. His mandate at Exide Energy Solutions will focus on driving operational efficiency, supporting digital innovation, and ensuring that IT becomes a strategic enabler for the company’s future roadmap.
Before joining Exide Energy Solutions, Bhaskara served as Vice President – Technology & GTM at Bluebird Technologies, Inc., where he led strategic technology initiatives and go-to-market programs. Prior to that, he held a leadership role at Carl Zeiss India Pvt Ltd, spearheading digital transformation and IT service delivery across the APAC region, where he played a key role in enhancing technology adoption and streamlining operations.
His earlier tenure at Essilor Group further strengthened his expertise in IT program management, ERP implementations, and global service delivery, making him a trusted leader with a comprehensive understanding of enterprise IT ecosystems.
Commenting on his appointment, the company highlighted Bhaskara’s extensive track record in leveraging technology as a growth driver. His experience in leading large-scale digital initiatives positions him to play a crucial role in shaping Exide Energy Solutions’ technology roadmap and supporting its business transformation journey.
Bhaskara’s appointment underscores Exide Energy Solutions’ commitment to future-ready IT systems, enhanced digital capabilities, and innovation-led growth as it continues to expand its presence in the energy solutions space.




