DEPT strengthens India leadership with new data and commerce heads

Mumbai, India – Global tech and marketing services company DEPT has appointed Rohit Shukla as head of data practice and Nitin Kediyal as head of commerce practice in India, as part of its efforts to grow its regional leadership and Adobe-aligned capabilities.

Shukla will lead the company’s data practice, drawing on his expertise in Adobe Experience Platform (AEP) and experience in data transformation projects. DEPT said his ability to unify complex ecosystems for real-time personalisation and business impact will play a central role in supporting clients in India.

Kediyal, who has more than 16 years of experience, will head the commerce practice. He brings technical expertise in Adobe Commerce, headless commerce, and composable architectures, having led large-scale commerce implementations across different industries and geographies. At DEPT, he will focus on engineering, performance, and scalability within commerce programs.

“Rohit and Nitin bring a unique blend of technical prowess and strategic vision,” said Himanshu Mody, head of India at DEPT. “Their leadership enhances our role as innovation partners, not just implementers, for our clients.”

DEPT currently employs more than 450 professionals across Mumbai and Bengaluru. The company works with Indian enterprises including HDFC Bank, Tata Capital, Tata AIA, India First Life Insurance, Generali Central, and Vijay Sales, supporting industries ranging from financial services to retail and manufacturing.