Transformation begins with purpose, not platforms

Dr. Vineet Bansal, Group CIO of Surya Roshni Limited, on digital transformation, leadership alignment, and the role of technology in driving growth.

- Jatinder Singh

WITH OVER 24 years of experience in manufacturing, retail, and pharmaceuticals, Dr. Vineet Bansal is leading a pivotal SAP implementation at Surya to modernize the enterprise. In a recent conversation with Jatinder Singh, Executive Editor of CIO&Leader, Dr. Bansal outlines the challenges of large-scale digital transformation, the critical importance of leadership alignment, and his strategic focus on automation, cybersecurity, and AI.

Dr. Bansal's approach to digital transformation is both practical and forward-thinking. From managing organizational change and data complexity to prioritizing AI and cybersecurity, he provides a clear framework for CIOs to navigate fast-growing enterprises. As he aptly puts it: 'Without business objectives, technology has no purpose.'

Excerpts from the interview.

CIO&Leader: Can you share insights into the SAP implementation project at Surya Roshni and how it is driving business transformation and impact across the organization?

DR. VINEET BANSAL: Surya Roshni is growing very fast, and to scale with that growth, we needed a robust and scalable system. This journey began to enhance operational efficiency, centralize our data, and enable real-time analytics. As a result, our teams can now access timely and accurate information, significantly improving the speed and quality of decision-making.

CIO&Leader: Every major transformation brings its challenges. What were the key ones you faced during this project?