Allcargo Gati appoints Sanjay Khiyani as deputy chief information officer

Allcargo Gati has appointed Sanjay Khiyani as the deputy chief information officer.

"This move is aligned with the company's commitment to optimising the technology infrastructure and administration," reads the release.

Sanjay will play a pivotal role in budgeting, resource development and allocation, and policy formation. He will also be looking over software development, delivery, and deployment, leveraging digital solutions to streamline operations and enhance the customer experience. He will jointly report to G. S. Ravi Kumar, chief information officer, Allcargo Gati.

With a career spanning over 25 years, Khiyani brings a wealth of experience from diverse sectors, including information technology and the steel industry. Notably, he spent the last two decades at IBM, where he played a pivotal role in driving strategic projects and programme life cycle management. His responsibilities included overseeing account management, delivery management, and excelling in people management.

Welcoming Khiyani, Pirojshaw (Phil) Sarkari, MD, and CEO, Gati Express and Supply Chain (GESCPL), said, "We are delighted to have Sanjay on board. Sanjay’s appointment as Deputy Chief Information Officer is a strategic move to strengthen our information technology leadership at Gati. His extensive experience and proven track record in managing strategic projects make him a valuable addition to our team. We believe his leadership will play a crucial role in propelling Gati towards greater technological excellence. His leadership is poised to drive the company’s digital transformation journey, creating a more customer-focused and data-driven approach in the rapidly evolving logistics landscape.

Sanjay Khiyani, Deputy CIO, said, “I am honoured to join Allcargo Gati, a pioneer in express logistics, and contribute to the company's growth journey. With a focus on leveraging technology for strategic advantage, I look forward to working collaboratively with the team to enhance our IT capabilities and drive innovation in the logistics industry. We are committed to delivering measurable results for all our stakeholders."

Khiyani holds a bachelor's degree in metallurgy (B.E.) from the University of Madras. He furthered his education with postgraduate studies in computer applications at IMT Ghaziabad and software enterprise management at IIM Bangalore. Additionally, he is a certified data scientist. With this appointment, Allcargo Gati commits to investing in top-tier talent and robust IT infrastructure to meet the evolving needs of the logistics landscape.