V. Balaji is an IT leader with experience in manufacturing and product development organizations, including Medtronic, Stryker, and Harman. He has led enterprise transformation in ERP, MES, PLM, analytics, and digital factory initiatives, supporting operational efficiency, system standardization, and business growth. At Tata Technologies, he served as CIO for an engineering services company, where he led global IT strategy, governance, and enterprise systems during a period of rapid growth. His background includes managing global teams, large-scale implementations, and cross-functional business partnerships across multiple regions and industries.