Brands
HostBooks join hands with Darsh Infotech
Mumbai: HostBooks Ltd., an enterprise business management solution provider catering to mid-large and premium industries in India, is thrilled to announce its latest strategic partnership with Darsh Infotech, marking a significant advancement in the company’s distribution and service capabilities.
Darsh Infotech co-founder and CEO Bharati Nathwan brings over 15 years of expertise in delivering end-to-end retail solutions, specializing in POS, ERP, CRM, and auditing. With four decades of experience, Bharati’s profound domain knowledge ensures effective implementation of software solutions tailored to diverse business needs. Her confidence in HostBooks’ comprehensive solution highlights the potential to streamline operations and drive seamless growth, addressing inefficiencies associated with using multiple software systems. This partnership aims to enhance operational efficiency and facilitate holistic business development.
Expressing her enthusiasm about the partnership, Bharati Nathwani stated, “Joining forces with HostBooks Ltd. as a Platinum Partner is not merely a business decision but a strategic step towards empowering Indian enterprises. The potential for growth and the opportunity to streamline business operations with HostBooks are immense. Darsh Infotech foresees significant opportunities with HostBooks, particularly in mid-large enterprises across manufacturing, hospitality, restaurants, and distribution sectors.
HostBooks zonal business head Paras Dixit warmly welcomes Darsh Infotech onboard, firmly believing that the synergy between HostBooks and Darsh will mark a pivotal moment for the industry. Swetak Singh, AVP & head of channel business, expressed admiration for Darsh Infotech’s impressive track record of experience. With their expertise, we anticipate lucrative growth and significant improvements within our focal areas. Furthermore, their profound domain knowledge and extensive network will undoubtedly bolster our position as the leader in the cloud software market.
HostBooks vice president & business head of manufacturing Gopalkrishna Vaidyanathan remarked, “This partnership with Darsh Infotech is a cornerstone in our mission to democratize access to top-tier enterprise business solutions for mid-large and premium industries in India. We are thrilled to have Bharati Nathwani and his team on board, bringing their unparalleled expertise and vision to our collective journey.”
Abhijit Dutta, CSO and advisor to the board of directors expressed immense excitement about having Darsh Infotech onboard. With their impressive track record and ability & expertise to manage complex business scenarios in versatility, we anticipate substantial growth and enhancements in our focal areas. Their domain knowledge and extensive network will undoubtedly fortify our position as the leader in the cloud software market.
This partnership sees great opportunity in mid-large and premium enterprises, especially in manufacturing, hotels, restaurants, and distribution. HostBooks has a long range of products to cater to different segments, which provides a great business opportunity and helps to grow fast. Moreover, HostBooks provides single platform access to several modules, which is very unique in the industry and helps customers save time and money. HostBooks also onboarded major clients like Royal Orchid, Delta Inn, KariGhar, Ferh Hotels, The Clark Hotels Group, Sagar Ratna, and many more, which builds confidence. HostBooks is a government-authorized GSP as well.
Brands
Devyani International names Sandeep Anand, Robinder Singh in key roles
Pizza Hut and Costa Coffee businesses see leadership refresh from April
MUMBAI: Devyani International has strengthened its senior leadership bench with a fresh set of appointments across its key brands, Pizza Hut and Costa Coffee, signalling a sharper focus on growth and brand momentum.
The company has appointed Sandeep Anand as chief marketing officer and business head for Pizza Hut. His appointment, approved by the board via a circular resolution on April 3, follows a recommendation by the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, as reported by CNBC-TV18. Anand will officially step into the role on April 6, 2026.
He takes over from Vijay Gogate, who currently serves as chief executive officer for Pizza Hut within the company’s operations. The move marks a strategic transition as the brand looks to sharpen its marketing and business playbook in a competitive quick service restaurant market.
Anand brings over two decades of experience across the food and FMCG sectors, with a strong track record in brand building and innovation. His career spans roles at major consumer-facing companies including Domino’s, Zydus Wellness, Zomato, GSK Consumer Healthcare, Reckitt and Ranbaxy, giving him a well-rounded perspective on both scale and agility.
Alongside this, Robinder Singh has been appointed business head for Costa Coffee and the company’s airport operations. He too will assume his new role on April 6, bringing more than 18 years of experience in operations, business expansion and customer experience transformation.
The twin appointments come at a time when Devyani International is doubling down on leadership depth to steer its portfolio through evolving consumer preferences and heightened competition. With fresh faces at the helm of two key verticals, the company appears set to brew up its next phase of growth with renewed energy.
