Apple is deepening its commitment to India by investing in the workforce behind its supply chain. The company is launching skill-development programs across more than 25 supplier facilities nationwide, starting with Tata Electronics, as India becomes both a crucial manufacturing hub and one of Apple’s fastest-growing markets.
Expanding India’s Role in Global Manufacturing
Sarah Chandler, Apple’s Vice President of Environment and Supply Chain Innovation, told Moneycontrol that this initiative reflects India’s growing importance in Apple’s global manufacturing network.
Bengaluru Hub Mirrors Global Training Centers
The new Bengaluru education hub follows similar Apple training centers in the United States, Vietnam, and China, which are major supply chain locations. The hub will operate in collaboration with the Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), with courses starting in March.
Scaling Workforce Development Amid Rising Demand
This initiative coincides with India’s expanding electronics manufacturing sector and the rising demand for Apple products such as iPhones and MacBooks.
Global Supplier Employee Development Fund
Under Apple’s $50 million global Supplier Employee Development Fund, the company is rolling out additional training programs at supplier sites, beginning with Tata Electronics. By the end of 2026, Apple plans to offer more than 100 training programs across its major manufacturing facilities in India.
