Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), a leading global IT services, consulting, and business solutions company, has signed a multi-year partnership with ARN Media, one of Australia’s top audio entertainment companies, to transform its technology and business operations. Leveraging its deep expertise in the media and entertainment sector, TCS will deliver technology, media, and finance operations services to support ARN Media’s modernization efforts.
As part of the engagement, TCS will handle the design, development, and maintenance of enterprise applications, IT infrastructure support, end-user helpdesk services, and service management. The initiative also includes streamlining ARN Media’s IT operations by rationalizing its application portfolio and introducing consolidation and automation solutions. TCS will further modernize and automate key functions across sales, operations, finance, and accounting — enabling ARN to build a leaner, more agile business focused on delivering engaging content to audiences.
Ciaran Davis, CEO of ARN, said, “Our ambition is to be Australia’s leading all-audio company by growing audiences across every platform, driving innovation, and achieving strong commercial performance. This partnership with TCS is a significant step in streamlining our operations and introducing smarter tools and systems, allowing us to focus on content creation, audience growth, and digital capability.”
ARN currently reaches 8 million people weekly through broadcast and digital radio across Australia, operating 58 radio stations in 33 markets and 46 digital audio broadcasting stations nationwide. Its podcast network attracts 6.8 million listeners monthly, with over 2.9 million registered users.
Akhilesh Tiwari, President – Communications, Media and Information Services, TCS, commented, “Our collaboration with ARN Media will simplify and modernize technology operations, improve efficiency, and enhance agility. The goal is to empower ARN to deliver richer, personalized content experiences while building a future-ready digital foundation.”
Vikram Singh, Country Head – Australia & New Zealand, TCS, added, “We are proud to support ARN as it reimagines content delivery for millions of Australians. Modernizing systems and enabling data-driven decision-making will help ARN respond quickly to market shifts and deepen its audience connection.”
TCS has been present in Australia for more than 35 years, working with most of the country’s top 10 listed companies. With operations across five locations, TCS has been recognized by LinkedIn as one of the Top 25 Companies to Work For and certified as a top employer by the Top Employers Institute.
Founded in 1968 and part of the Tata Group, TCS is a trusted partner for digital transformation and technology solutions worldwide. With over 600,000 employees in 55 countries and 202 service delivery centers, TCS is a recognized global employer and innovation leader. The company helps clients scale new technologies and navigate every technological cycle, from mainframes to AI, creating long-term partnerships that adapt to changing demands.
