Marking 25 years of operations in India, Acer has reinforced its reputation as a financially disciplined, debt-free organization while accelerating diversification into AI-driven solutions, enterprise IT, and consumer-focused Acerpure products. With a strong focus on sustainability, localized manufacturing, and digital empowerment, Acer is building multiple growth engines to remain competitive in India’s fast-evolving tech landscape. Alok Dubey, Chief Financial Officer, Acer India, shares more in an exclusive interview with Abhineet Kumar of Elets Technomedia.

Edited excerpts:

As CFO of Acer India, how do you see the company’s financial strategy evolving to support Acer’s growing diversification—from AI-driven solutions to the consumer-focused Acerpure portfolio?

Acer India, as a debt-free and financially disciplined organization, follows a strategic approach rooted in prudent financial modeling and a clear vision for sustainable growth. This robust financial foundation has enabled confident investments in high-potential areas such as AI-driven solutions, while also supporting diversification into adjacent businesses like Acerpure and Altos.

Acerpure, which caters to the smart consumer appliance segment, and Altos, which delivers enterprise-grade IT infrastructure and server solutions, are natural extensions of Acer’s core technology expertise. These businesses complement and strengthen the existing PC portfolio, creating a well-rounded ecosystem of products and services under the broader technology umbrella.

This diversification strategy not only fuels business expansion but also reduces dependency on a single line of revenue, thereby minimizing risks from market volatility. At the same time, both Acerpure and Altos adhere to the same disciplined financial approach and sustainability-driven mindset that define Acer’s operations globally.

By staying focused on adjacent, technology-led sectors, Acer India ensures that every new venture aligns with the brand’s purpose and long-term value creation goals—building multiple growth engines while maintaining strategic and financial integrity.

With Acer completing 25 years in India, what financial principles or operational efficiencies have played the most crucial role in ensuring consistent year-on-year growth in such a competitive market?

Acer’s 25-year journey in India has been anchored by financial discipline, operational efficiency, and a focus on long-term value creation. Our zero-debt status reflects a commitment to self-sustained growth, relying solely on internally generated revenues and reinforcing market credibility.

A major driver of our success has been efficient inventory management. Aligning stock levels with real-time demand has minimized overheads and ensured spending is directed toward sustainable brand-building. Combined with a lean cost structure, this allows us to remain agile and competitive even in volatile market conditions.

Our scalability is further supported by investments in local manufacturing under the Make in India initiative, enabling regional customization and alignment with national goals. At the same time, our growing focus on local R&D ensures innovation tailored to Indian consumers.

Digital transformation across the value chain—from supply chain to customer service—has improved cost efficiency, responsiveness, and overall customer experience. Strong after-sales service continues to build trust and foster long-term relationships in both consumer and enterprise segments.

Together, these principles have enabled Acer to achieve consistent year-on-year growth and maintain resilience in India’s fast-evolving tech landscape.

As Acer expands into smart lifestyle and home electronics with Acerpure, what were the key financial considerations behind entering this segment, and how do you assess its long-term profitability and market fit?

Acer’s entry into the smart lifestyle and home electronics space with Acerpure was guided by strong consumer insights and rising demand for health-focused, tech-enabled products—particularly air purifiers, driven by increasing awareness of respiratory wellness.

Financially, the $90 billion global home appliances market presented a compelling opportunity. What made this segment especially viable for Acer was the ability to leverage existing strengths: a 7.5 million-strong customer base in India, a robust retail and e-commerce network, and a nationwide service ecosystem. This enabled an asset-light, agile operating model with minimal upfront investment and quicker market entry.

Acerpure’s diverse portfolio—including TVs, ACs, vacuum cleaners, air fryers, fans, and purifiers—was designed to address a broad consumer base while maintaining margin flexibility and scalability. Much of the manufacturing is already localized, enhancing cost control, supply chain efficiency, and responsiveness. Staying true to Acer’s legacy of precision and quality, Acerpure benefits from operational synergies with our core tech expertise. The first year of operations closed with healthy profitability, confirming strong market fit and sound financial planning.

Looking ahead, Acerpure is well-positioned as a strategic growth engine—aligned with our brand, built on existing infrastructure, and backed by disciplined execution.

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In light of India’s accelerating tech adoption and Acer’s focus on AI, sustainability, and regional supply chains, what are your investment priorities to ensure both resilience and scalability?

India’s rapid digital transformation calls for a future-ready investment strategy—one that balances scalability with resilience. At Acer, our priorities align with this vision, centered on AI-led innovation, localized manufacturing, and supply chain diversification.

We are focused on developing AI-enabled devices that offer intelligent, adaptive user experiences. This “AI-first” approach is core to our product roadmap, keeping us ahead of evolving consumer and enterprise demands.

Expanding local manufacturing is equally critical, not only to support the Make in India initiative but also to enable faster, cost-efficient, and region-specific product delivery. At the same time, we are diversifying sourcing strategies to build more resilient, disruption-ready supply chains.

On the distribution front, we continue to strengthen our retail, channel, and e-commerce networks to ensure wide and scalable market access. Sustainability remains a key lens in our investment decisions, from energy-efficient operations and eco-friendly packaging to broader ESG goals, ensuring growth that is both responsible and regulation-compliant.

Backed by financial discipline and strong governance, this strategy positions Acer for long-term, resilient, and sustainable growth in India’s dynamic tech landscape.

How does Acer balance its growth objectives with a deeper mission of digital empowerment and inclusivity, especially in semi-urban and rural markets where affordability and access remain critical?

Acer’s growth strategy is deeply rooted in its mission to drive digital empowerment and inclusivity, especially in India’s semi-urban and rural markets where affordability and access remain key challenges.

Our Direct-to-Consumer (D2C) platform reaches over 18,000 pin codes, ensuring widespread accessibility. To ease affordability, we’ve partnered with financial institutions to offer EMI and credit options, helping more consumers adopt technology. Simultaneously, we are expanding our physical footprint through Acer Exclusive Stores and local retail tie-ups in tier 2 and tier 3 cities to enhance last-mile availability.

This inclusive approach ensures that technology reaches underserved communities, aligning business growth with our broader vision of contributing meaningfully to India’s digital future.

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