Integrated audio technologies major HARMAN announced the official closing of the previously announced sale of its Digital Transformation Solutions (DTS) business unit to Wipro Limited, following all required regulatory approvals.
The transaction advances HARMAN’s strategic focus on strengthening its core Automotive and Lifestyle businesses while ensuring continuity and opportunity for DTS employees and customers.
“This milestone reflects our disciplined approach to portfolio management and our commitment to long-term growth,” said Carolin Reichert, Chief Strategy Officer at HARMAN. “We appreciate the contributions of our DTS colleagues, and we are confident the business will continue to thrive as part of Wipro.”
With the transition finalized, DTS will now operate as part of Wipro’s Engineering Global Business Line. As part of the acquisition, Wipro will enter into a multi-year strategic agreement with HARMAN and Samsung, further deepening the relationship and creating new avenues for joint growth and transformation.
HARMAN will continue to invest in advanced automotive, audio, and connected technologies that deliver meaningful innovation for automakers, consumers, and enterprises worldwide.
It may be noted that Bengaluru-headquartered Wipro Limited – a leading AI-powered technology services and consulting company – back in August this year announced that it was acquiring the Digital Transformation Solutions (DTS) business unit of HARMAN. That was stated as its important measure in transaction to accelerate Wipro’s mission to deliver next-generation engineering research & development (ER&D) services.
As part of the agreement, over 5,600 DTS employees, including key leadership, across the Americas, Europe and Asia will transition to Wipro upon closing of the transaction. The acquisition is subject to regulatory approvals and is expected to close by December 31, 2025.
“Welcoming DTS into the Wipro family marks a pivotal step in our transformation journey,” said Srini Pallia, CEO and Managing Director of Wipro Limited. “Their specialized engineering expertise, combined with Wipro’s consulting-led, AI-powered capabilities, will significantly enhance the value we deliver to clients. DTS’ strong presence in high-growth sectors and strategic markets complements our global footprint and strengthens our position as a trusted transformation partner. Together, we’ll accelerate digital innovation, reduce time-to-market, and sharpen competitive advantage.”
The DTS unit brings to Wipro a robust foundation in digital engineering and ER&D, with strengths spanning domain-led design, connected products, and software platforms. DTS sets itself apart with its purposeful integration of deep engineering with AI-native platforms, domain expertise, proprietary accelerators, and autonomous agent frameworks—enabling transformation at scale through technology designed around people. Combining DTS’ personalized, high-touch service model with Wipro’s global scale, advanced technology ecosystem, and expansive resources, will allow clients to gain access to the best of both worlds: the agility and precision of a specialist provider and the reach and capabilities of a global leader.
