Company

Vision & Strategic Role
The Pune Technology Center is positioned as a hub for innovation, combining global know-how with local talent to deliver cutting-edge software solutions for global value creation. Our purpose is to:

  • Increase flexibility through optimized global footprint.
  • Driving efficiency, standardization, quality, and speed in engineering services.
  • Reduce structural costs for the IAV Group.

Our Commitment to Security and Quality
At IAV India Tech, we prioritize data security, process integrity, and quality assurance across all operations. To demonstrate this commitment:

TISAX Certified

ISO Standards
Our processes align with globally recognized ISO standards, including:

  • ISO 9001 for Quality Management Systems

ISO 9001 Certified

These certifications reflect our dedication to delivering reliable, high-quality engineering solutions while safeguarding data confidentiality and integrity.

Global Management

Our global management team consists of experienced leaders: Joerg Astalosch (CEO) and Jens Pfitzinger (CHRO). They are passionately committed to developing forward-looking technologies and driving the strategic direction and growth of IAV.

Jörg Astalosch

Joerg Astalosch (CEO)

Joerg Astalosch has been Chairman and Spokesperson of IAV's Executive Board since October 1, 2023. Joerg is a trained electronics technician and a graduate engineer (FH). Following his vocational training, he studied industrial engineering in Braunschweig and completed an MBA in Spain. He began his career in 1988 at the Volkswagen Group in Wolfsburg, initially in various areas of procurement and later in various staff functions in the area of the Board of Management and Supervisory Board. From 2004 to 2006, he worked for Audi in the U.S. and Ingolstadt, and from 2012 to 2014 he was Chief Financial Officer at MAN. From 2015 to 2021, he was CEO of vehicle developer Italdesign in Turin, where he successfully drove collaboration with OEMs and new mobility partners. Before joining IAV, Joerg accompanied M&A projects at Audi AG.
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Jens Pfitzinger (CHRO)

Jens Pfitzinger is Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO). He is responsible for the People & Culture division. Jens started as a member of IAV's Executive Board and Labor Director on September 1, 2024. After studying industrial engineering at the Technical University of Darmstadt, he joined the Volkswagen Group in 2001 as a project manager. Most recently, he spent more than five years at Volkswagen Group China in Beijing as Executive Vice President responsible for HR, Orga & ITP and a member of Volkswagen's China Board of Management.
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