Tech large has introduced in a former India chief Mitul Shah as its managing director for gadgets and companies enterprise, to guide Pixel’s gross sales and enlargement efforts in India.
“It’s an honor to be a part of an organization that’s on the forefront of innovation, and I’m significantly thrilled to be engaged on a product that has the potential to place the magic and energy of AI within the pockets of hundreds of thousands of individuals throughout my beloved nation,” Shah stated in a LinkedIn put up.
“Pixel is not only one other gadget. It’s the platform designed to place the immense energy and potentialities of AI in everybody’s pocket,” he added.
Earlier than becoming a member of Google, Shah spent over 9 years at Apple in numerous roles, most not too long ago as head of client gross sales. He has additionally labored with corporations akin to Accenture and Infosys.
In August this 12 months, Google introduced its plan to launch its newest portfolio of gadgets in India. The corporate has additionally been targeted on establishing a robust basis for Pixel’s after-sales companies and retail presence throughout the nation.
Earlier this 12 months, Google started assembling its Pixel 8 sequence in India, with the domestically manufactured telephones accessible via its distribution channels.
This transfer helps India’s “Make in India” initiative, bringing advantages like decrease prices, larger accessibility, and a lift to the native manufacturing sector.
The Indian smartphone market is extremely aggressive, that includes sturdy gamers like Samsung, Xiaomi, and OnePlus, and Google might want to present compelling options and pricing to seize a big market share.