India, Oct. 22 -- More than 100 Japanese companies have established or expanded their Global Capability Centres (GCCs) across Bengaluru, Hyderabad and Pune, with a growing focus on artificial intelligence, engineering, digital innovation, product development, cybersecurity and advanced analytics, rather than traditional back-office operations, according to a report by Cushman & Wakefield.

Initially set up to provide operational support and improve cost efficiencies, GCCs are evolving into strategic capability hubs that help Japanese companies accelerate digital transformation, address talent shortages and drive enterprise-wide innovation.

Japanese GCCs are serving as centres of excellence responsible for developing digital products, adv...