CDK Global Inc launches operations in India

Nasdaq-listed CDK Global, a global leader in providing integrated information technology and digital marketing solutions to automotive retail industry, today announced the launch of its India operations.
Operating in India as CDK Global (India), the company inaugurated its state-of-the-art facilities in Hyderabad in Raheja Mindspace, HI-TEC City, and in Pune in Yerwada, according to a company statement.
CDK Global was spun off from Automatic Data Processing, a world leader in providing human capital management solutions, in October 2014.
Steven J Anenen, Chief Executive Officer - CDK Global said, "CDK Global's Indian operations are important to supporting our strategic goals, and will help our global operations to leverage the technical expertise of the Indian talent pool."

With the launch of its state-of-the-art facilities in Hyderabad and Pune, CDK Global India will initially employ around 800 associates, with 500 in Hyderabad and 300 in Pune.
Company officials said the headcount is planned to be increased to 1,500 over the next three years from the present 800.

The Indian team will be central to CDK Global's strategic operations by providing product development, R&D and customer support, among others, the company said.
The Hyderabad facility includes approximately 100,000 sq ft while the Pune facility consists of 56,000 sq ft.
"From India we will be contributing immensely and will be central to delivering some of the most exciting product development work on advanced technologies for our global operations," added Reddy Malledi, Managing Director, CDK Global (India).