NYSE-listed Lowe’s Companies has appointed Narayan Ram as managing director for India. He will report to Lowe’s Chief Financial Officer Robert F. Hull.

Ram joins Lowe’s from Sony, where he was the head of its global delivery centre for IT and Processes in India. He has more than 24 years of experience in Information Technology and Information Technology-enabled Services (ITES).

“Ram’s experience in building and leading a world-class service delivery team will help Lowe’s further its transformation to an omni-channel retailer with advanced Web search, mobile and social systems,” Hull said.

“His ability to integrate world-class business practices and technology platforms will further our ability to rely on data-driven analysis to inform business decisions.”

In his new role, Ram will build a highly collaborative team to support data-driven analytical and technical functions.

He will work with partners across the global organisation to apply the power of analytics and technology to the Lowe’s business to ensure customers can engage with Lowe’s whenever and however they need support and inspiration for home improvement projects.

>rajesh.kurup@thehindu.co.in

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