Infosys and LKQ Europe Join Forces to Transform HR Processes with Digital Innovation
In a significant move towards digital transformation, Infosys, recognized as a global leader in digital services and consulting, has announced a successful partnership with LKQ Europe, a premier distributor of automotive aftermarket parts in Europe. This collaboration is poised to reshape the way LKQ Europe manages its human resources across 18 countries by implementing a unified digital platform powered by Infosys Cobalt.
Infosys Cobalt is an innovative suite of services, solutions, and platforms that facilitates enterprises in accelerating their cloud journeys. Through this initiative, LKQ Europe aims to streamline its HR processes, ensuring that employee performance, engagement, and retention are enhanced.
As part of an ongoing five-year strategy, Infosys has introduced a state-of-the-art Human Capital Management (HCM) solution that is not only advanced but also integrated with analytics capabilities to improve HR operations. By tapping into real-time data, LKQ's HR teams can make better decisions, bolster productivity, and ensure compliance with regulations. Furthermore, the platform boosts employee experience through self-service features and efficient workflows, aiming to cultivate a more engaged and motivated workforce.
David Brookfield, Vice President of Human Resources at LKQ Europe, expressed that the partnership with Infosys represents a pivotal step towards harmonizing and simplifying various business processes. He stated, “This collaboration allows us to unify our HR processes, which directly contributes to better service delivery for our customers. With this platform, we anticipate empowering our workforce and nurturing a cohesive organizational culture, thereby maintaining our leadership position in the automotive aftermarket sector.”
On this occasion, Jasmeet Singh, Executive Vice President and Global Head of Manufacturing at Infosys, emphasized the importance of agility and innovation in today’s rapidly changing aftermarket auto parts distribution industry. He noted, “By collaborating with LKQ Europe and utilizing the robust functionalities of Infosys Cobalt, we are able to provide a transformative HR platform that supports operational excellence and strategic growth. Our extensive experience in digital transformation, data analytics, and cloud technologies firmly places us in a unique position to aid LKQ Europe in excelling as a leader in its industry.”
Founded in Zug, Switzerland, LKQ Europe is a subsidiary of LKQ Corporation, which stands as the leading distributor of automotive aftermarket components for cars, commercial vans, and industrial vehicles in Europe. The organization has a remarkable workforce of approximately 26,500 employees, with a widespread network comprising over 1,000 branches and earning around $6.3 billion in revenue as of 2023. LKQ Europe serves more than 100,000 workshops in over 18 nations across Europe, which includes subsidiaries like LKQ UK, LKQ Benelux-France, and others.
Infosys, with a committed workforce exceeding 300,000 individuals, is on the forefront of enabling enterprises to navigate their digital journeys. It brings over four decades of expertise in managing global business systems and has enriched clients in more than 50 countries with its extensive knowledge in digital transformation powered by cloud technologies. The company focuses on empowering businesses through AI-driven core systems, scaled agility, and continuous learning, underpinned by a commitment to sustainability and the cultivation of diverse talent.
With this digital transformation initiative, both Infosys and LKQ Europe are setting the stage for a new era in HR efficiency and employee empowerment, poised to enhance service levels in the automotive aftermarket industry.