TCS Wins INR 122 Crore Bid to Build AI-enabled Digital Governance Platform
TCS will implement Odisha State Workflow Automation System (OSWAS) 3.0 to modernise and streamline the state’s paperless governance systems
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Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) a global leader in IT services, consulting, and business solutions, has won a bid worth INR 122.6 crore to implement the next phase of the Odisha State Workflow Automation System (OSWAS 3.0), extending its partnership with the Government of Odisha by around six years. The governance platform will combine workflow automation, integration, analytics, security, and AI-enabled capabilities on a common digital foundation.
Powered by modern microservices-based architecture, artificial intelligence, enhanced security, interoperability, and web accessibility, the platform will simplify administration by reducing friction in routine tasks and enable faster, informed decision-making from anywhere.
Vishal Kumar Dev, IAS, Additional Chief Secretary to Government, E&IT Department Government of Odisha and Chairman Odisha Computer Application Centre (OCAC), said, “OSWAS has evolved into the digital backbone of the Government of Odisha, enabling seamless, transparent, and paperless governance across the state. Building on this foundation, OCAC, in collaboration with Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), is transforming the next generation of digital governance through OSWAS 3.0. With advanced capabilities, Odia language support, and deeper integration across government applications, OSWAS 3.0 platform will accelerate the journey from decision to implementation, delivering more efficient and outcome driven governance for people of Odisha.”
Sushil Jain, Head-Public Services India, TCS, said, “Odisha has been ahead of the curve in using technology to make governance more efficient and transparent. OSWAS 3.0 will build on this strong digital foundation with a more secure, scalable and mobile-first platform. It will empower officials to work with greater speed and visibility, strengthen accountability, and enable a more connected and responsive administration across the state.”
OSWAS has helped Odisha move away from a largely paper-based way of working to a more transparent and efficient digital process. By enabling digital file movement, electronic approvals, real-time tracking, and easier access to records, OSWAS is helping government officials work more efficiently. Since 2009, OSWAS has replaced paper-based filing processes and manual follow-ups with a more transparent and efficient digital process. The system supports more than 4,600 government offices and nearly 50,000 users statewide.
Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) a global leader in IT services, consulting, and business solutions, has won a bid worth INR 122.6 crore to implement the next phase of the Odisha State Workflow Automation System (OSWAS 3.0), extending its partnership with the Government of Odisha by around six years. The governance platform will combine workflow automation, integration, analytics, security, and AI-enabled capabilities on a common digital foundation.
Powered by modern microservices-based architecture, artificial intelligence, enhanced security, interoperability, and web accessibility, the platform will simplify administration by reducing friction in routine tasks and enable faster, informed decision-making from anywhere.
Vishal Kumar Dev, IAS, Additional Chief Secretary to Government, E&IT Department Government of Odisha and Chairman Odisha Computer Application Centre (OCAC), said, “OSWAS has evolved into the digital backbone of the Government of Odisha, enabling seamless, transparent, and paperless governance across the state. Building on this foundation, OCAC, in collaboration with Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), is transforming the next generation of digital governance through OSWAS 3.0. With advanced capabilities, Odia language support, and deeper integration across government applications, OSWAS 3.0 platform will accelerate the journey from decision to implementation, delivering more efficient and outcome driven governance for people of Odisha.”
Sushil Jain, Head-Public Services India, TCS, said, “Odisha has been ahead of the curve in using technology to make governance more efficient and transparent. OSWAS 3.0 will build on this strong digital foundation with a more secure, scalable and mobile-first platform. It will empower officials to work with greater speed and visibility, strengthen accountability, and enable a more connected and responsive administration across the state.”
