BMW TechWorks India: Joint Venture of Tata Technologies and BMW

Overview

A few months ago, we reported that BMW Group and Tata Technologies were in talks to collaborate on developing automotive-specific software for future vehicles. That said, both automobile manufacturers have now officially embarked on a new journey with the 50:50 joint venture, thereby creating BMW TechWorks. 

Projects under this 50:50 joint venture (JV) will include business IT solutions, artificial intelligence (AI) applications, software-defined vehicles, automated driving, and next-generation infotainment systems. 

BMW TechWorks will have offices based in Chennai, Bangalore, and Pune. At the same time, the final contract and approval from the concerned authorities are still underway. Once done, the operations will commence with the first 100 employees, which will be expanded to a four-digit workforce by the end of 2025. 

As stated above, this new venture will focus on business IT solutions; this will contribute to the digital transition of the automaker’s production network, sales processes, and aftersales (customers’ ownership). In parallel, the development of AI-based software and platforms will also take place, enhancing business productivity. 

Sharing his thoughts on this joint venture, Aditya Khare, CEO of BMW TechWorks India, stated “With the launch of BMW TechWorks India, we are establishing a world-class software hub that will play a critical role in the BMW Group's automotive software and business IT strategy. By combining the BMW Group's and Tata Technologies' leadership in software-defined vehicles and product engineering excellence, we are poised for innovation and growth, offering India's top talent the opportunity to shape the future of the BMW Group's mobility solutions.”

Adding another opinion, Warren Harris, CEO & MD of Tata Technologies, said “Our joint venture with the BMW Group, BMW TechWorks India, underscores our deep expertise in software-defined vehicles (SDV) and reflects our commitment to driving innovation in both automotive software and business IT. By leveraging Tata Technologies' strong brand presence in India, this JV will attract top talent and provide a platform to develop forward-thinking solutions that redefine the future of mobility. We are excited to partner with the BMW Group in engineering premium, software-driven vehicles, enhancing digital experiences, and accelerating their digital transformation journey.”