Walmart Expands Tech Presence in India with Second GCC in Chennai

Walmart is expanding its presence in India by establishing its second Global Capability Center (GCC) in Chennai. The company has leased 465,000 square feet of office space at the International Tech Park Chennai (ITPC) to house teams working on data engineering, Al, cloud computing, and cybersecurity.

This move complements Walmart's existing GCC in Bengaluru and reinforces India's role as a key innovation hub for the retail giant.

The Chennai facility will accommodate 4,500 employees and is expected to enhance Walmart's global tech operations. The lease agreement spans five years, with a monthly rent of ₹3.26 crore, and includes an annual 4% rent escalation.

Experts suggest that Chennai's IT corridor, known for its skilled talent and infrastructure, is becoming a preferred destination for GCCs. With this expansion, Walmart is leveraging India not just for back-office functions but as a strategic center for innovation.

Walmart's Bengaluru Global Capability Center (GCC) is a major hub for its global technology operations. The company leased 1 million square feet of office space from Prestige Group to establish this center. The Bengaluru GCC focuses on Al, data engineering, cybersecurity, and cloud computing, supporting Walmart's retail and e-commerce ecosystem.

The center plays a crucial role in supply chain optimization, customer experience enhancement, and operational efficiency through advanced Al models. Walmart has also partnered with Indian Institute of Science (IISc) and IIT Madras to drive innovation in Al and machine learning.

India’s GCC market is projected to reach $99–105 billion, with over 2.4 million professionals employed across 1,800+ centers, reflecting a 17% year-on-year workforce growth.