# Persistent Systems: AI Wins, Legacy Loses

URL: https://technosports.co.in/persistent-systems-ai-wins-legacy-loses/  
Published: 2026-06-22  
Updated: 2026-06-22  
Author: Sudeshna Ghosh

Persistent Systems is betting big on the future. While their 2026 budget grew 10%, CEO Sandeep Kalra remains cautious, signaling a strategic shift rather than unchecked expansion.

- **AI Dominance:** 25% of the budget is locked into AI.
- **Workforce Pivot:** 1,500 new AI-focused hires incoming.
- **The Reality:** Legacy tech is getting squeezed. It’s a ruthless reallocation for the AI era.