Firstsource partners with UiPath to advance impact sourcing program

Firstsource Solutions, an Indian business process solutions provider, said that it has expanded its partnership with US-based enterprise automation software company UiPath for advancing its impact sourcing mission.

According to the RP-Sanjiv Goenka Group company, the partnership aims to offer career opportunities to the economically backward by training them in the latest digital technologies and developing an automation mindset.

Firstsource Solutions and UiPath will jointly give training on the quick growing automation technologies and cultivate a digital mindset, through the latter’s automation platform and academy.

Sundara Sukavanam — Firstsource Solutions Chief Digital Officer said: “As a purpose-driven company, the partnership strongly aligns with our commitment to being there for people in the moments that matter.

“We believe that the synergies between the two companies will create a positive impact on communities with limited opportunities by creating a talent pool that is geared to succeed in a digital-first world.”

Those who graduate from the program will get placements in real world engagements for developing automation solutions for customers across industries, said Firstsource Solutions.

Bala Arumugam — UiPath Senior Vice President of Global Services said: “At UiPath, we have always believed that empowering the current and future workforce with automation is the key to the growth of an individual as well as businesses.

“Through this partnership, our goal is to provide people with opportunities for accreditation in next-gen technologies.”