Infosys is a leading Indian IT company based in Bangalore that provides software services and consulting. It was founded by Narayana Murthy and focuses on strong ethics, systems, and a nurturing work culture. Infosys has achieved success as one of the largest exporters of software from India and was the first Indian company to list on the Nasdaq in 1991. Murthy pioneered a global delivery model and strategy of moving up the value chain by getting involved in projects at an early stage. Infosys is known for its rigorous hiring and people management practices like stock options and communication from leadership to improve retention and create a collaborative environment based on merit over ego.