Infosys launches Agentic AI Foundry under Topaz to accelerate enterprise AI transformation
By Aditya Bhagchandani Published on May 28, 2025, 16:19 IST
Infosys on Wednesday announced the launch of its Agentic AI Foundry, part of its Topaz™ platform, aimed at helping enterprises develop and deploy AI agents at scale. The solution is designed to support reliable, production-grade AI agents across business operations, IT, and customer ecosystems.
The Foundry brings together a library of reusable components and pre-built agents, both horizontal and industry-specific, to simplify AI adoption. It enables enterprises to customize and integrate these agents across in-house or third-party platforms, avoiding vendor lock-in and supporting a future-ready, ethical AI architecture.
'At Infosys, we believe the future of innovation lies in harnessing the power of AI responsibly and effectively. Infosys Agentic AI Foundry is a game-changer in enterprise transformation,' said Balakrishna D. R. (Bali), EVP and Global Services Head, AI and Industry Verticals at Infosys.
For instance, the company has deployed a multi-agent invoice automation solution in its finance team, improving productivity by over 50% and delivering significant cost savings.
'The line between human capabilities and AI-powered software is rapidly blurring. Infosys' approach to Agentic AI is a critical move to support enterprises under pressure to embed these capabilities into their experiences,' added Phil Fersht, CEO of HFS Research.
Infosys also cited deployments at client organizations, such as a deep research agent reducing support resolution times by 50% and AI-powered audit agents enhancing financial record integrity.
The initiative aligns with Infosys' broader AI-first approach, promising cost efficiency, innovation, and seamless adoption of evolving AI technologies.
Aditya Bhagchandani serves as the Senior Editor and Writer at Business Upturn, where he leads coverage across the Business, Finance, Corporate, and Stock Market segments. With a keen eye for detail and a commitment to journalistic integrity, he not only contributes insightful articles but also oversees editorial direction for the reporting team.
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