Starbucks Corp. is set to open its first corporate technology office in India during its fiscal year 2027, which begins in October. This strategic move is part of a broader initiative to cut $2 billion in costs and to bring back roles that were previously outsourced to third-party contractors. The Chief Technology Officer, Anand Varadarajan, highlighted that this shift aims to reduce the company's reliance on external service providers, which often charge a markup for their services. By establishing a multi-site structure, Starbucks intends to foster a closer connection between its teams and the work being delivered. Currently, the company collaborates with technology providers across multiple countries, including India. Recently, Starbucks announced the relocation of 270 technology roles to a new office in Nashville, accounting for approximately 20% of its tech workforce. This decision comes amid a backdrop of significant job cuts, with over 2,000 employees laid off since February of last year, including 300 this week. The opening of the new office in India represents a significant step in Starbucks' efforts to streamline its operations and enhance its technological capabilities.