1. What is the biggest opportunity you see for Indo-French business collaboration by 2030? Please let us know how your company/ organization is preparing for it.

“French Republic H.E. Mr. Emmanuel Macron paid his 4^th visit to India on February 17^th and participated in the Artificial Intelligence Impact Summit 2026.” What more proof do we need of the Indo-French business vibe launching into higher gear!

India and France have been building a pretty solid partnership – economically! Their bilateral trade hit around $15.21 billion in FY25, which is quite impressive. France has become one of India's top investors, ranking 11th, with about $11.75 billion flowing in since 2000. Looking ahead to 2030, both countries are keen on ramping things up even more.

The real opportunity lies in the imbalance – there are less than 100 Indian companies in France versus over 1,000 French companies in India, which shows massive room for Indian businesses to expand into the French market! This gap represents untapped strategic potential for Indian firms to leverage France as a gateway to the broader European Union and Francophone markets. By 2030, expect deeper integration where French firms use India not just to sell products, but to innovate and export globally, driven by ongoing India-EU FTA, favorable investment policies and a massive, skilled workforce. 

Nexdigm is committed to bridging this gap and supporting French enterprises in establishing and expanding their commercial presence in India. Through a “single-desk” (guichet unique) model for inbound investments, we partner closely with new market entrants—providing end-to-end advisory support and delivering insights that are critical to informed decision-making.

Our approach is grounded in a deep understanding of each client’s business. To this end, we engage regularly with our French clients and make it a priority to meet them sur leur marché domestique—at their home base. This sustained, on-the-ground engagement enables us to build nuanced market intelligence and develop multifaceted expertise, allowing us to advise with clarity, relevance, and confidence.

2. In today’s evolving global landscape, how are you building resilience and agility in your leadership strategy?

At Nexdigm, we do things a bit differently. Instead of only top-down structure, our goal is to build a team of 'entrepreneurs.' This approach makes us agile and quick to act. In an environment where over 70% of global CEOs cite geopolitical instability and regulatory uncertainty among their top business risks, this kind of decentralized agility becomes critical. It allows us to respond quickly to shifting policies, cross-border compliance changes, and market disruptions, something our clients value deeply. something our clients love and a key reason they stick with us. 

This leads to our other core belief: client-centricity. We know your business world can change in a flash. We adapt right alongside you, helping you navigate the unexpected with a playbook that’s flexible enough for any scenario. 

But it’s not just about strategy; it’s about people. Since we work across so many different countries, our teams are experts in the cultural nuances of doing business. We invest heavily in workshops and on-the-job training to ensure our team leads with empathy. We know that when your business is going through a transition, you need a partner who truly gets it. Les affaires sont les affaires, mais d'abord les relations.

And we aren't doing this alone. We’re backed by a powerful global network and a particularly strong partnership in France. With our strong global alliances, we are able to combine local expertise with global insights. We have deep roots in the Indo-French corridor, having spent years supporting both French HQs and their Indian subsidiaries. Whether you are operating in India or abroad, our alliances bridge the gap, giving you that “close-to-home” comfort and the global reach you need to hit your business goals.

3. With sustainability and innovation now essential to business success, could you share some recent initiatives your company has undertaken in these areas?

Our guiding principle is unequivocal: Best Service at Best Price. To uphold this commitment, innovation is not merely an enabler—it is foundational to every solution we design.

Our Centre of Excellence (CoE) operates with innovation as a core discipline, not an occasional initiative. This dedicated team develops proprietary technology solutions that serve as force multipliers for our service delivery capabilities. Through collaborative engagements with clients, the CoE partners on pilot initiatives within their finance and operations functions, yielding transformative solutions that drive measurable business outcomes.

This forward-thinking approach also shapes our talent strategy. We deliberately seek professionals who possess not only technical acumen but also the intellectual curiosity to challenge conventional thinking and explore uncharted possibilities.

We have made substantial investments in establishing an Artificial Intelligence laboratory (AI Lab), which serves as an incubator for advanced concepts and methodologies. With AI expected to contribute up to USD 15.7 trillion to the global economy by 2030, integrating intelligent automation and predictive analytics into service delivery is strategic. This initiative represents our commitment to evolving from a technology-enabled service provider to a technology-led solutions partner, fundamentally transforming our service delivery paradigm and creating sustainable competitive differentiation in the marketplace.

4. With 2026 being celebrated as the Indo-French Year of Innovation, how do you envision this initiative creating new opportunities for growth and collaboration?

India-France Year of Innovation was jointly inaugurated in Mumbai on 17^th February 2026, wherein leaders of both countries agreed to elevate relations to a "Special Global Strategic Partnership” to guide bilateral cooperation in the coming decades. This initiative, coupled with signing of EU-India FTA, will create a multiplier effect that unlocks transformative opportunities across joint R&D initiatives, technology transfer mechanisms, strategic joint ventures, and cross-border capital flows. India and France already collaborate extensively in strategic sectors such as defense, civil nuclear energy, aerospace, and space technology, providing a strong foundation to expand innovation-led partnerships into emerging domains such as green hydrogen, semiconductors, and advanced digital infrastructure.

France remains one of Europe’s leading R&D investors, allocating over 2% of its GDP to research and development, while India’s R&D ecosystem is expanding rapidly through initiatives such as Startup India and Make in India. Thus, creating complementary innovation capabilities between the two economies. This evolving landscape presents Nexdigm with significant opportunities to leverage our core competencies and domain expertise to serve as a critical enabler for market entry and expansion strategies.

Our value proposition encompasses comprehensive market intelligence and analytical insights that substantiate investment decisions for organizations evaluating India's market potential. We have successfully facilitated strategic partnerships, identifying optimal distribution channels and local partners for international entities pursuing Indian market expansion. Our multidisciplinary teams across strategic locations provide operational support, ensuring seamless market entry lifecycle.

India's economic fundamentals present a compelling investment thesis for long-term strategic positioning. The heterogeneity of India's consumer base creates diverse market segments, offering multiple entry points and growth vectors for international investors. This market complexity, while challenging, represents substantial untapped value that investors can capture through strategic market positioning and localized execution strategies.

5. As a CEO, how do you view India's role in your global growth strategy and what strategic advantages does the country offer your business or the industry you operate in?

Here's the thing—Nexdigm is headquartered right here in India. That's our home ground, and we've been playing on it for over few decades. This means we understand every twist and turn of doing business here. It's this deep-rooted presence that gives us a real edge when it comes to helping foreign companies evaluate and enter the Indian market. And whether you're looking at a joint venture, a subsidiary, or any other entry model, we've got you covered—our experience spans multiple industries and geographies.

India isn't a one-size-fits-all market—and that's actually its biggest strength. You might be drawn here for cost-effective service delivery, manufacturing capabilities, our incredible talent pool, or maybe a combination of benefits. Each company finds their own unique opportunity here. India adds nearly 1.5–2 million engineering graduates annually and is home to one of the world’s largest STEM talent pools, making it a strategic hub for R&D and global capability centers. The country has also implemented Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) schemes across more than a dozen sectors, accelerating domestic manufacturing and attracting global supply chain investments. As advisors, we're perfectly positioned to bridge the gap between what you're looking for and what India offers. The growing interest from overseas companies keeps us on our toes and ensures we're always ahead of the curve.

With the right foundation in India, companies can really think big about their expansion plans, knowing their costs will stay competitive in the long run. It's really about finding what works for your specific business model and having the right partners to help you execute it. That's where we come in – we've been connecting the dots for companies like yours for decades.

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