Infosys and Germany-based Knorr-Bremse AG have established a strategic, long-term partnership to leverage next-generation artificial intelligence for enhancing Infosys' worldwide enterprise IT systems. According to the company's press release, the partnership operates under Knorr-Bremse's Tech4Value (T4V) IT transformation programme, which governs the operations of this collaboration. The collaboration aims to simplify and modernize Knorr-Bremse's IT landscape, improve service quality, and accelerate its shift toward a value-driven, future-ready IT operating model across the company's operations. As reported by Infosys, this partnership will help Knorr-Bremse AG simplify and modernize its IT landscape while strengthening operational resilience, compliance, and service governance.
As reported by Infosys, the partnership will provide end-to-end managed services throughout Knorr-Bremse AG's entire enterprise application ecosystem, covering both the Rail and Commercial Vehicle divisions. The coverage encompasses the entire business application stack, from basic ERP and data platforms to engineering and product lifecycle systems. The partnership aims to expedite Knorr-Bremse's transition to a value-driven, future-ready IT operating model while enhancing service quality for its global workforce. This includes a full range transformation of their ERP, data, and engineering systems, increasing operational resilience and compliance while enhancing innovation and employee collaboration. The transformation will also enable faster innovation cycles, enhance engineering collaboration and employee experience, and support the scalable growth of Knorr-Bremse's global Rail and Commercial Vehicle businesses.
To advance beyond conventional managed services, Infosys will integrate its SAP, data, engineering, and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) skills with AI-led capabilities driven by Infosys Topaz, utilizing generative and agentic AI technologies. According to Infosys, the collaboration will concentrate on using AI-led automation to produce quantifiable results and long-term productivity benefits. The change is expected to improve operational resilience, compliance, and service governance while facilitating quicker innovation cycles and better employee experience. As reported by FinanzWire, this collaboration underscores the importance of resilient and efficient enterprise applications for global manufacturers in safety-critical industries to maintain business continuity and competitiveness. Together, the companies will focus on driving measurable outcomes and sustained productivity gains through AI-led automation.
Satheeskaran Navaratnam, Chief Digital Officer & VP Transformation & Governance IT at Knorr-Bremse, emphasized that the company is building a future-ready technology foundation supporting innovation and long-term value creation. As reported by Infosys, he stated that the Tech4Value program helps create a more agile, efficient, and scalable IT environment across the organization. Jasmeet Singh, EVP and Global Head of Manufacturing at Infosys, noted that resilient, efficient, and high-performing enterprise applications are essential for global manufacturers operating in safety-critical industries to maintain business continuity and competitiveness. Knorr-Bremse's leadership aims to optimize and improve the reliability of its technology estate through the collaboration with Infosys, focusing on manufacturing expertise, advanced automation, and AI-enabled service delivery.
Infosys shares were trading at ₹1,115 on the NSE as of 3:40 pm on August 18, 2026, down ₹24.90 or 2.18%. The market reaction reflects investor sentiment following the announcement of this strategic partnership with Knorr-Bremse AG. The collaboration represents a significant opportunity for Infosys to expand its AI-driven managed services portfolio in the global manufacturing sector, particularly in safety-critical industries where resilient IT infrastructure is crucial for business continuity.
