Sunil Kattikar, Leader of Cloud and Infrastructure Engineering at Western Union, has been appointed a judge for the 2025 Global Recognition Award. With 24 years of experience across multiple industries, he brings expertise in cloud transformation and integration of emerging technologies to the prestigious panel.
-- Sunil Kattikar, an enterprise technology executive, has been appointed as a Judge for the 2025 Global Recognition Awards, bringing his exceptional expertise in cloud transformation and emerging technologies integration to the prestigious panel. This significant appointment highlights his recognized contributions to bridging the gap between business objectives and technological innovation in the enterprise sector. With over 24 years of experience spanning multiple continents and industries, Kattikar currently serves as Leader of Cloud and Infrastructure Engineering at Western Union.
His expertise in applying cutting-edge technologies has consistently delivered sustainable growth and operational excellence across complex enterprise environments. Kattikar's comprehensive knowledge spans significant cloud platforms, including AWS, Azure, Oracle, and VMware, enabling him to evaluate solutions for complex enterprise requirements accurately. The selection committee particularly noted his implementation of strategic IT plans that have enabled organizations to navigate technological changes while maintaining robust security and compliance frameworks.
Strategic Cloud Leadership
Throughout his career, Kattikar has demonstrated remarkable versatility across public, private, and hybrid cloud environments. He has developed methodologies for assessing, planning, and executing legacy transformations that minimize disruption while maximizing impact. His work on developing private cloud implementations for major enterprises demonstrates exceptional technical knowledge and strategic business insight. Industry analysts project that by 2026, over 75% of organizations will have implemented multi-cloud strategies to optimize performance and mitigate risks.
During his nearly two-decade tenure at Infosys, Kattikar led numerous platform transformation projects for global clients, including Cummins, Elsevier, and Diageo. His comprehensive approach encompasses everything from initial assessment to post-migration optimization, consistently delivering measurable performance, security, and cost-efficiency improvements. "The most critical aspect of any cloud transformation is aligning technology decisions with tangible business outcomes," notes Kattikar. "Success requires translating complex technical requirements into clear business value propositions that executives can understand and support."
Innovation in Emerging Technologies
Kattikar has established himself as a thought leader in integrating emerging technologies, particularly artificial intelligence, blockchain, the Internet of Things, and big data analytics. His forward-thinking implementations have helped organizations create new value streams and enhance operational efficiency. His expertise was recently showcased at the Wharton Web3 Summit, where he presented insights on innovative applications of blockchain and cloud technologies for enterprise use.
The award organizers noted his AI implementations that have enhanced decision-making processes, automated complex operations, and improved customer experiences across various sectors. His blockchain applications have improved enterprise operations' transparency, security, and efficiency. "The real power of emerging technologies comes from their strategic integration," explains Kattikar. "When properly implemented, AI-driven solutions can transform decision-making processes and create exceptional customer experiences that drive competitive advantage."
Kattikar's international experience includes delivering significant projects across the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, and India. This global perspective has enabled him to develop solutions that address the unique challenges of diverse markets while maintaining consistency in quality and approach. His notable achievements include T-Mobile's eCommerce digital transformation and the development of a trading platform for NCBC, demonstrating his ability to adapt solutions to specific regional requirements while upholding global best practices.
Alex Sterling from Global Recognition Awards noted, "Sunil Kattikar exemplifies the rare combination of technical expertise, strategic vision, and leadership capabilities that drive exceptional results in enterprise technology. His ability to consistently evaluate and identify world-class solutions that transform legacy systems into resilient, future-ready infrastructures made him an ideal choice for our judging panel this year."
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