IT services major HCLTech has bagged a contract from M Group, an essential infrastructure services provider in the UK and Ireland, to transform IT operations across more than 200 locations, according to a regulatory filing on Tuesday.

Under the agreement, HCLTech will deploy its AI Force service transformation platform to provide AI-led managed services across infrastructure and end-user operations. The partnership is aimed at streamlining M Group's IT landscape, enhancing operational resilience, and establishing a scalable digital foundation.

The technology deployment will support digital transformation across M Group's business verticals, which encompass water, energy, technology, communications, transport, and defence.

"Together, we'll enhance the quality, reliability and scalability of our IT operations, helping colleagues work more effectively while supporting innovation and sustainable growth across the business," said Chloe Anfield, Chief Technology Officer at M Group.