Appoints Shivkumar Subramaniam as Regional Head to Drive AI & Digital Transformation.
QBurst has strengthened its Middle East expansion strategy by appointing Shivkumar Subramaniam as Regional Head, based in Dubai. The move highlights the company’s commitment to building a strong local presence and accelerating enterprise AI and digital transformation initiatives across the region.
The Middle East is rapidly emerging as a key growth market for technology services, driven by large-scale government and enterprise investments in artificial intelligence and digital infrastructure. However, despite strong adoption momentum, many organizations face challenges in scaling AI effectively due to gaps in talent, execution, and measurable outcomes. QBurst aims to bridge this gap by delivering AI-led digital engineering solutions tailored to regional needs.
Shivkumar Subramaniam brings over three decades of global experience in scaling technology businesses and leading complex digital transformation programs across the Middle East, Asia Pacific, and India. His leadership is expected to play a crucial role in expanding QBurst’s regional footprint and strengthening its partnerships with enterprises and government entities.
QBurst’s strategy focuses on embedding itself within the region’s innovation ecosystem by building local teams, co-creating solutions, and delivering scalable, AI-driven platforms. The company aims to support key industries such as real estate, hospitality, retail, manufacturing, and healthcare—sectors that are central to the Middle East’s economic growth.
CEO Arun Ramchandran emphasized that the Middle East represents a long-term strategic market, supported by major initiatives like national AI strategies and digital transformation programs. These initiatives are creating demand for technology partners capable of delivering at scale, positioning QBurst to play a significant role in the region’s digital future.
The expansion follows QBurst’s continued global growth after receiving significant investment from Multiples Alternate Asset Management, which has enabled the company to scale its international operations, enhance leadership capabilities, and expand its AI-driven service offerings.
Overall, the appointment marks a key step in QBurst’s journey to become a trusted partner for enterprises and governments in the Middle East, delivering next-generation digital platforms and AI-powered innovation at scale.
