Persistent Systems Wins CII Award for Excellence in Disability Inclusion 2026
Persistent Systems Limited received the CII Award for Excellence in Disability Inclusion 2026 for "Best Employer – Physical Accessibility." The award acknowledges the company's embedding of accessibility across workplaces, digital platforms, and employee experiences through robust governance and global standards.
While a significant achievement for the company's reputation and ESG standing, this award does not have a direct, immediate material financial impact.
The company received a prestigious award for its commitment to disability inclusion, which is a positive development.
Persistent Systems Limited has been honored with the CII Award for Excellence in Disability Inclusion 2026 in the category of “Best Employer – Physical Accessibility.” This award recognizes the company's dedication to embedding accessibility by design across its workplaces, digital platforms, and employee experiences.
The recognition from the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) highlights Persistent's comprehensive approach, which includes governance, leadership accountability, and the implementation of global accessibility standards. The CII jury acknowledged the company's integrated strategy that spans workplace infrastructure, digital platforms, enterprise applications, and organizational culture, as validated by independent audits.
The company's Pune facility served as a benchmark, with accessibility integrated from the architectural design stage and aligned with India’s Harmonized Guidelines & Standards for Universal Accessibility (2021). Persistent's digital platforms and applications also adhere to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG), showcasing a unified approach to both physical and digital accessibility.
Persistent Systems focuses on equitable hiring, career development, and fostering awareness and allyship throughout the employee lifecycle. This commitment ensures that employees, candidates, and visitors, including individuals with disabilities, can navigate workspaces and digital systems independently. Accessibility and inclusive design checks are integral to Persistent’s engineering model, aiming to create more inclusive and effective digital solutions.
Vinit Teredesai, Chief Financial Officer and Executive Director at Persistent, stated that the award reflects the established systems, standards, and accountability that advance accessibility. He emphasized that accessibility is embedded in the company's operations and innovation, leading to more inclusive experiences and client solutions. Sunil Misra from CII lauded Persistent's comprehensive and standards-based approach, noting its integration of accessibility across various facets of the organization, supported by strong leadership and continuous assessment.
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