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Skootr engages M&C Saatchi February as creative agency to lead design & communication
Mumbai: Skootr, India’s foremost premium managed office space provider, has partnered with M&C Saatchi February. The New Delhi-based agency has been mandated with the strategy, design & communication requirements of the brand in 2023.
With a focus on grade A assets, curated services, and bespoke design, Skootr is revolutionizing the way workspaces function by creating inspiring environments that enhance productivity. Currently managing over 1 million sq. ft. of office space across 20 centers in key cities such as Delhi, Noida, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Gurugram, Bengaluru, Chennai and Mumbai, Skootr has garnered a growing portfolio of international and national clients.
Skootr co-founder & director Anuj Saxena expressed his confidence in the collaboration, stating, “We have partnered with M&C Saatchi February due to their expertise in brand strategy, design, and creative communication across various channels. Our goal is to establish ourselves as leaders in the office space industry.”
Skootr head of marketing & communications Ekta Dewan emphasized the alignment between Skootr and M&C Saatchi February, stating, “Both Skootr and M&C Saatchi February share a design-first philosophy. This collaboration will enable us to reach new audiences through digital, social, and traditional channels, while supporting our business objectives in the years ahead.”
M&C Saatchi February managing director Gopal Krishnan highlighted the agency’s experience in the hospitality sector, particularly with esteemed brands like Accor Group, Raffles, and ibis. He stated, “With our recent involvement in multiple projects within the hospitality industry, we are well-equipped to showcase Skootr’s design and hospitality expertise to the world.”
The collaboration between Skootr and M&C Saatchi February holds significant promise, with the aim of elevating workspace experiences and reinforcing Skootr’s position as a pioneer in the managed office industry.
With return to office continuing to pick momentum in 2023 across sectors and employees seeking evolved workspace experiences, this partnership calls for exciting times.
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FSS names Anand Krishnamurthi head of global digital delivery
Tech veteran to drive AI-first, cloud-led transformation in payments globally
CHENNAI: Financial Software and Systems (FSS), an AI-first payment infrastructure company, has appointed Anand Krishnamurthi as head of global digital delivery.
In his new role, Anand Krishnamurthi will lead FSS’s global digital delivery capabilities, focusing on AI-first and cloud-led transformation while ensuring predictable, high-quality outcomes for customers worldwide. He will be based in Chennai and report to V. Balasubramanian, CEO of FSS.
Bringing 28 years of experience in technology and digital transformation across banking, capital markets, financial services, and insurance, Anand has held senior leadership positions at Cognizant and NuSummit. He is recognised for scaling multi-geography delivery teams, leading mission-critical platforms, and embedding AI-driven automation in complex, regulated environments.
“What drew me to FSS is its deep payments expertise, strong product DNA, and the scale at which its platforms power real-world financial ecosystems,” said Anand Krishnamurthi. “I aim to strengthen delivery predictability, execution rigor, and engineering quality, building empowered teams that deliver measurable customer outcomes. FSS has a unique opportunity to create real-time, AI-infused payments infrastructure that is resilient, secure, and globally scalable.”
V. Balasubramanian added, “Anand’s track record in leading multi-geography delivery programs and AI-first operating models makes him the ideal leader for FSS as we accelerate our AI-driven digital payments business. His leadership will help us raise the bar for outcomes globally.”
This appointment is part of FSS’s broader push to build an AI-powered, cloud-native delivery organisation capable of meeting the evolving needs of banks, fintechs, and financial institutions worldwide.
