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      New Delhi, 15 October 2026 - KPMG in India and PeopleStrong (PeopleStrong Technologies Private Limited) today announced an alliance, to bring together advisory-led workforce transformation capabilities and AI-enabled Human Capital Management (HCM) technology capabilities.

      The alliance combines KPMG in India's experience in human capital advisory, workforce transformation, HR operating model design, change management and digital transformation with PeopleStrong's AI-powered HCM platform capabilities. It is intended to address growing market demand for a more integrated approach to HR strategy, process modernisation, technology enablement and workforce transformation.

      Through this alliance, both parties plan to collaborate on initiatives that bring together advisory, technology and change adoption capabilities to help organisations navigate evolving workforce priorities.

      As organisations continue to adapt to changing workforce dynamics, advances in AI and evolving employee expectations, many are reassessing their workforce operations and HR functions. The alliance seeks to leverage complementary capabilities in strategy, operating model design, HR technology enablement and workforce transformation to support organisations in this journey.

      The alliance is expected to focus on a range of initiatives, including:

      • Joint go-to-market activities and client pursuits
      • Initiatives that bring together advisory and HCM technology capabilities in the context of HR transformation
      • Co-hosted thought leadership programmes, industry events and leadership forums
      • Exploration of market-facing propositions aligned with evolving workforce and HR priorities

      Arun Sharma, Partner, Human Capital Advisory Solutions (HCAS), KPMG in India said "As organisations continue to navigate evolving workforce expectations whilst effectively leveraging technological advancements, there is a strong need for a coherent approach, that binds talent strategy and technology. KPMG in India's alliance with PeopleStrong reflects a shared focus on combining complementary capabilities to enable organisations, as they advance their workforce and HR transformation priorities."

      Mrigank Tripathi, President, Growth at PeopleStrong, said, “Organisations today are looking at ways to improve their workforce, adopt new technology and keep up with changing employee needs. This requires more than just technology; it needs the right strategy and support to put it into action.

      Our alliance with KPMG in India pairs their workforce expertise with our AI-enabled HCM capabilities. Together, we can help organisations connect strategy to technology, build a more agile workforce and be ready for the future of work."

      The collaboration will also focus on connecting strategy with execution and technology adoption, enabling organisations to advance their workforce priorities  through a combination of business advisory, technology and change management.

      Lastly, the alliance is expected to provide organisations access to capabilities across HR transformation, including workforce strategy, HR operating model design, change management and HR technology enablement. By bringing together complementary strengths, the collaboration seeks to support a more integrated approach to people, processes and technology.

      About KPMG in India

      KPMG entities in India, are professional services firm(s). These Indian member firms are affiliated with KPMG International Limited. KPMG was established in India in August 1993. Our professionals leverage the global network of firms, and are conversant with local laws, regulations, markets and competition. KPMG has offices across India in Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Calicut, Chandigarh, Chennai, Delhi, Gandhinagar, Gurugram, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Kochi, Kolkata, Mumbai, Noida, Pune, Raipur, Trivandrum, Vadodara and Vijayawada.

      KPMG entities in India offer services to national and international clients in India across sectors. We strive to provide rapid, performance-based, industry-focussed and technology-enabled services, which reflect a shared knowledge of global and local industries and our experience of the Indian business environment.

      About PeopleStrong

      PeopleStrong is one of the leading AI-first HR technology providers, trusted for over two decades by 650+ enterprises across India, the Middle East, and APAC. Backed by Goldman Sachs Alternatives, PeopleStrong's unified platform is built for the new work order: where AI multiplies human potential while remaining open, secure, and compliant by design. As enterprises move from HR automation to workforce intelligence, the platform unifies the entire hire-to-retire lifecycle into one intelligent & connected experience - combining AI-led automation, workforce management, payroll, mobile-first journeys, governance, and seamless integrations. PeopleStrong helps enterprises elevate workforce productivity, employee experience, and data-driven decision-making at scale.

      PeopleStrong has also been recognised five times by Everest Group in 2026, as a Major Contender in three PEAK Matrix® Assessments (HCM Platforms, Workforce Management, ATS) and a Fast Follower in two Innovation Watch reports on Agentic AI. PeopleStrong is rated among the Top 5 in the Asia Pacific at Gartner’s Peer Insights and voted as Customers’ Choice of HR Tech in the Gartner ‘Voice of Customer’ Report for 1000+ employee enterprises for 4 consecutive years (2022, 2023, 2024& 2025). For more information, please visit www.peoplestrong.com

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      Corporate Communication Manager
      Mobile No. +91 7838076300
      Email - priyanjali.saxena@peoplestrong.com

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