EY GDS expands to Coimbatore, strong focus on technology!

• EY Global Delivery Services (EY GDS) opened a 22,000 sq. ft. office in Coimbatore!
• Why?
  ✅ Supercharge consulting with tech-driven innovation
  ✅ Expand opportunities in tax and assurance
  ✅ Tap into Coimbatore’s thriving business ecosystem & strong engineering talent
• Manesh Patel, Operations Leader at EY GDS, calls Coimbatore the perfect fit for this expansion, citing its growing talent base and dynamic business landscape.

What is EY GDS?

EY GDS (Global Delivery Services) is EY’s offshore and nearshore delivery model – that supports EY member firms!

It provides cost-effective and high-quality services to EY’s global network of member firms – helping EY clients navigate complex business challenges through technology-driven and process-efficient solutions.

FYI: EY’s global revenue is $51.2bn.

EY GDS has 74,000+ professionals worldwide, with India being one of its largest hubs, employing 40,000+.

EY GDS India operates from multiple locations, including:

• Bengaluru
• Gurgaon
• Hyderabad
• Kolkata
• Mumbai
• Thiruvananthapuram
• Kochi (opened in Jan’25)
• Chennai 
• Coimbatore (newest addition)

FYI: EY GDS aims to house 20% of its India workforce in Kerala—where it’s already 10,000 strong! Why Kerala ranks no 1 for ease of business!

Why EY GDS opened an office in Coimbatore?

Global Capability Centres (GCCs) like EY GDS are moving from Centres of “Excellence to Centres of Innovation.”

The Coimbatore office will specialize in:

• Artificial Intelligence (AI)
• Data Analytics
• Cybersecurity
• Engineering
• ERP Platforms
• Financial Services

The inauguration ceremony was attended by Minister for IT and Digital Services, Government of Tamil Nadu – Dr Palanivel Thiaga Rajan!

He highlighted Coimbatore’s thriving business ecosystem, and skilled workforce (strong engineering talent) as key factors in choosing the city for EY’s latest hub.

As part of the launch event, a panel discussion was held – titled ‘Leveraging Coimbatore for Global Capability Centres for Growth and Scale’.

Here Manesh Patel, Global Operations Leader at EY GDS, emphasized that the expansion is designed to foster:

• Innovation
• Unlock new opportunities
• Drive long-term growth

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 Services offered by EY GDS India

EY GDS India supports EY’s global across various service lines, including:

Assurance:

• Audit & Financial Accounting Advisory Services (FAAS)
• Forensic & Integrity Services
• Risk advisory and compliance support

Consulting:

• Business transformation, digital & IT consulting
• Cybersecurity and data analytics
• Supply chain and finance transformation

Tax:

• International and corporate tax compliance
• Transfer pricing, indirect tax, and global mobility tax
• Tax technology and innovation

Strategy & Transactions (SaT):

• Mergers & acquisitions (M&A) advisory
• Valuations, due diligence, and restructuring services

Core Business Services (CBS):

• HR, finance, operations, and marketing support

The Big picture?

EY GDS isn’t just opening an office – it’s doubling down on growth, tech, and top-tier talent.

The Deloitte-Nasscom report predicts the GCC market will hit $100 billion by 2030, employing 2.5 million Indians.

As cities like Bengaluru, NCR, Mumbai, and Hyderabad face infrastructure strains and rising costs, smaller cities are emerging as a practical solution, positioning India to compete globally.

Also read: Big 4 firms scramble to win the consulting race. Investing over $4B in AI.

FAQ

Q: What is the role of GDS in EY?

Q: What is the difference between EY India and GDS?

EY India

• Local Firm: EY India operates as the local member firm of EY and provides a wide range of services including assurance, tax, advisory, and consulting to clients primarily within India.
• Client Engagements: Focuses on engaging directly with clients in the Indian market, addressing local business needs, and ensuring compliance with Indian regulations.

EY GDS

• Global Delivery Model: EY GDS is a part of EY’s global delivery network that provides support services to all EY member firms worldwide. It emphasizes cost efficiency and scalability!
• Service Lines: EY GDS typically focuses on services like IT, business processes, and some aspects of assurance and tax services. It often supports EY member firms with back-office functions or specialized expertise.
• Technology and Innovation: GDS leverages technology and innovation to deliver services, often using shared resources across the global network.

Who is the CEO of EY GDS in India?

EY GDS doesn’t have a CEO.

Tirthankar Moulik serves as the Executive Director of GDS Consulting at EY Global Delivery Services India LLP.