UKG, a leading provider of HR, payroll, and workforce management solutions, has appointed Prakash Kota as its new Chief Information Officer, effective April 3. Kota will report to UKG President and Chief Financial Officer Arlen Shenkman and will be responsible for aligning the company’s technology priorities with its business strategy, customer needs, and employee experience goals.
With a track record of leading enterprise AI strategies, Kota’s appointment strengthens UKG’s commitment to providing organizations with workforce intelligence and data-driven decision-making capabilities.
Prakash Kota’s Vision for UKG
Kota brings deep expertise in enterprise technology strategy, digital transformation, and AI-driven solutions. His appointment reflects UKG’s focus on advancing intelligent workforce management and scalable HR technology.
“Prakash is a global technology visionary who is recognized by his peers as a leader and innovator,” said Arlen Shenkman, President & CFO of UKG.
“His leadership in enterprise AI strategies will help us strengthen our reputation for providing organizations with the intelligence and insights needed to address complex workforce challenges.”
Previous Experience and Achievements
Before joining UKG, Kota served as Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer at Autodesk, where he:
- Led a multi-faceted enterprise strategy that supported Autodesk’s business growth and scalability.
- Oversaw enterprise data platforms, infrastructure, and cloud engineering to modernize operations.
- Spearheaded digital transformation initiatives, including enhancing global customer operations.
His leadership in these areas has earned him recognition as a Bay Area CIO Global Orbie Award winner, a Forbes CIO Next honoree, and a National Diversity Council Top 100 CIO.
Driving UKG’s AI-First Strategy
Kota’s AI-first approach is expected to enhance UKG’s workforce management solutions, making them more intelligent, seamless, and data-driven.
“I am excited to join UKG at such a pivotal time in its growth journey,” said Prakash Kota.
“Leveraging a data- and AI-first framework, we have a tremendous opportunity to create intelligent, seamless experiences for our employees and our 80,000 customers worldwide.”
His focus will be on fostering trust, enhancing collaboration, and driving meaningful outcomes for UKG customers.
As UKG continues to expand its HR technology and workforce intelligence solutions, Kota’s appointment marks a significant step toward an AI-driven, scalable, and customer-centric future. His leadership will help UKG strengthen its position as a technology leader in HR, payroll, and workforce management.
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