The technology veteran brings more than 27 years of experience across AI, data analytics, enterprise architecture and product development.
enGen Global has appointed Piyush Gupta as Senior Vice President and Head of Technology and Innovation, strengthening its leadership as the healthcare technology provider advances AI adoption, data capabilities and platform modernisation.
Based in Chennai, Gupta will lead technology and innovation initiatives across the company’s healthcare operations, focusing on artificial intelligence, data and analytics, enterprise architecture and modernisation.
He joins enGen Global from ProHance, where he served as Senior Vice President and Head of Research and Innovation, establishing an AI Centre of Excellence and leading the development of AI-powered product features.
Previously, at Tata AIA Life Insurance, Gupta led engineering, architecture, data and innovation initiatives, including generative AI applications. During nearly nine years at UnitedHealth Group, he held leadership roles in research and innovation, focusing on emerging technologies, cognitive automation and digital operations. His earlier experience includes roles at Walmart Labs, Mindtree, International Decision Systems, GE Healthcare and STMicroelectronics.
“Healthcare offers significant opportunities to apply AI, data and automation to complex processes and improve how services are delivered.” — Piyush Gupta, SVP and Head of Technology and Innovation, enGen Global
“Piyush brings valuable experience in leading complex transformation initiatives, and we are pleased to welcome him to enGen Global as we continue to strengthen our leadership team,” said Manoj Kapoor, CEO and President, enGen Global.
The appointment comes as enGen Global expands its capabilities across the payvider ecosystem, which connects health insurers, healthcare providers and supporting technology systems. The company combines technology and operations across platform engineering, automation, application modernisation and data analytics to improve efficiency and patient and member experiences.
“Throughout my career, I have focused on turning emerging technologies into solutions that address business challenges,” Gupta said, adding that he would work with enGen Global’s teams to translate AI, data and automation initiatives into meaningful outcomes.
His priorities include aligning technology investments with business requirements and applying emerging technologies to complex healthcare processes.