80 McDonald’s Corporation has launched its Global Innovation Centre (GIC) in Hyderabad, its biggest technology and digital hub outside the United States. The new facility will focus on engineering, data science, and automation, supporting the company’s global digital transformation efforts. The Hyderabad centre will serve as a strategic nerve hub for developing new digital solutions — from mobile ordering and payment systems to AI-based restaurant analytics — aimed at improving operational efficiency and customer experience across McDonald’s markets. The GIC will collaborate closely with teams in Chicago and London, enhancing the brand’s capability to scale innovations in menu personalisation, sustainability, and supply chain management. Chris Kempczinski, President and CEO of McDonald’s, said the decision to establish the centre in India underscores the country’s “deep technology talent and growing role in McDonald’s global digital ecosystem.” The company plans to expand its Hyderabad workforce significantly over the next few years, with a focus on cloud platforms, AI solutions, cybersecurity, and customer data analytics. Industry observers see this move as a strong signal of India’s rising importance as a global innovation hub for multinational corporations — particularly in the food and QSR (quick service restaurant) sector. You Might Be Interested In F&B Brands Tap TikTok & AI for Next‑Gen Engagement Reese’s taps Taylor Swift buzz with rapid-fire campaign Coca‑Cola Calls India a “Long‑Term Game,” Vows Ahead‑of‑Curve Investment SOCIALEYEZ Wins Two Major F&B Accounts in MENA Jalen Hurts Becomes First NFL Face of Sprite’s Obey Your Thirst Marriott India Enlists Kareena Kapoor in F&B Campaign “Toh, Aaj Jaana Kahan Hai?”
