Infosys, a global leader in consulting, technology and next-generation services, today announced a strategic partnership with the A.S. Watson Group (ASW), the world's largest international health and beauty retailer, to accelerate ASW's digital transformation initiatives. Infosys has been appointed as an Official Technology Partner by the A.S. Watson Group to provide technology services across Data Science and Artificial Intelligence. This collaboration is part of ASW's Technology Partnership Program, which is aimed at developing strategic partnerships to support the company’s long term goals.

The partnership is aligned with ASW's customer strategy, DARE-to be Different, Anywhere, build Relationships and offer unique Experiences. Infosys' solutions, services and technologies will accelerate ASW’s next-generation digital marketing platform, build robust AI and Machine Learning frameworks for ASW’s customer centric analytics, optimize operational efficiencies, improve scalability and reusability across business units.

Ravi Kumar S, President and Deputy Chief Operating Officer, Infosys, said, ''It is imperative that companies embrace digital technologies if they want to stay relevant and it is inevitable especially in the highly competitive and dynamic retail industry. We are pleased to partner with the A.S. Watson Group in their digital transformation journey. We will leverage our vast experience in the retail industry, our deep understanding of global markets as well as our extensive digital capabilities to help the A.S. Watson Group achieve its objectives.''

Shares of the company gained Rs 5.85, or 0.51%, to trade at Rs 1,149.10. The total volume of shares traded was 294,988 at the BSE (3.33 p.m., Monday).