Panasonic India has elevated Vijay Wadhawan to the role of Chief Business Officer, recognising his significant contribution to the company’s growth and transformation in the enterprise and B2B segments. With more than nine years at Panasonic and a strong professional background spanning Samsung Electronics and Cisco, Wadhawan steps into the expanded role with a mandate to further strengthen Panasonic India’s enterprise systems and solutions business.
Over the years, Wadhawan has played a central role in building and scaling Panasonic India’s enterprise portfolio, helping the company establish a strong and sustainable presence in the Indian market. His leadership has been instrumental in driving growth across key verticals, as Panasonic sharpened its focus on solutions-led offerings tailored to the evolving needs of Indian enterprises.
In his leadership journey at Panasonic, Wadhawan has spearheaded several strategic initiatives across areas such as smart factory solutions, professional audio-visual systems, surveillance technologies, and enterprise mobility. These efforts have not only broadened Panasonic India’s B2B footprint but also positioned the company as a credible technology partner for organisations undergoing digital and operational transformation.
Wadhawan’s experience across global technology leaders like Samsung Electronics and Cisco has shaped his deep understanding of enterprise technology, go-to-market strategy, and customer-centric solution design. This background has enabled him to bridge the gap between advanced technologies and practical business outcomes, a capability that has been central to Panasonic India’s success in competitive enterprise segments.
As Chief Business Officer, Wadhawan is expected to focus on accelerating Panasonic India’s solutions-led growth, deepening engagement with enterprise customers, and strengthening partnerships across industries such as manufacturing, infrastructure, retail, and smart cities. His role will also involve aligning Panasonic’s global capabilities with local market needs, ensuring relevance and scalability in a rapidly evolving business environment.
The elevation underscores Panasonic India’s emphasis on leadership continuity and long-term strategic execution. With Wadhawan at the helm of its business operations, the company aims to build on its momentum in the enterprise space while reinforcing its position as a trusted, innovation-driven solutions partner for Indian businesses navigating digital transformation.
