Google Cloud names Accenture veteran Karthik Narain as Chief Product and Business Officer

Google Cloud has brought in Karthik Narain as its new Chief Product and Business Officer. Narain, who spent years leading Accenture’s Cloud First division, has more than 25 years of experience in cloud technology and enterprise solutions. His appointment comes as Google looks to strengthen its position in the competitive cloud services market.

Google and Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai expressed confidence in Narain, saying his expertise in cloud transformation and innovation will be crucial in helping organizations speed up their digital transformation. Narain’s experience at Accenture, where he managed global cloud initiatives, is expected to add depth to Google Cloud’s products and business strategies.

Narain joins Google Cloud at a time when the company is focusing on enterprise solutions and integrating advanced technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning into its offerings. Experts believe his leadership will help Google Cloud innovate faster and offer more advanced services to its business customers worldwide.

As Chief Product and Business Officer, Narain will be responsible for product strategy, business development, and customer engagement. His role is seen as vital in shaping the future direction of Google Cloud, ensuring the company stays competitive in a fast-changing industry.