NTT DATA Named to Fast Company’s 2022 Brands That Matter List

The recognition program honors companies and nonprofits providing people compelling reasons to care about them and offering inspiration for others to buy in

PLANO, TX. October 25, 2022 – NTT DATA, a global digital business and IT services leader, was named to Fast Company’s second annual Brands That Matter list, honoring brands that communicate and demonstrate brand purpose. The listed companies and nonprofits have achieved relevance through cultural impact and social engagement, and authentically communicated their missions and ideals.

The final list, which includes large multinational conglomerates, small-but-mighty companies, and nonprofits, recognizes brands that give people compelling reasons to care about them—and offer inspiration for others to buy in. They have found an ability to forge an emotional connection with customers, whether leading on the environment or pop culture, engaging B2B customers, or responding meaningfully to current events.

“This year, we’ve expanded the Brands That Matter program to evaluate honorees in the context of how they matter within the category in which they compete for people’s attention or loyalty. The result is a wide-ranging list of honorees that are making their mark on culture, and through social impact,” said Brendan Vaughan, Fast Company’s editor-in-chief.

With employee resource groups designed to bring awareness of pressing issues, NTT DATA employees are encouraged to expand their perspectives and learn about ways they can contribute to society. Empowerment of women in the workplace, raising awareness of climate change and uplifting voices from colleagues of different backgrounds are ways NTT DATA works to create a company culture that serves all who are in it.

“Since our founding, NTT DATA has focused on connecting people and technology to create a sustainable and equitable future for everyone.,” said Mona Charif, Chief Marketing Officer, NTT DATA Services. “We’re proud to be a brand that works to enact positive change for the environment as well as individual equity across a broad spectrum of industries.”

Learn more about how NTT DATA is committed to embracing positive change and advancing Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.

Fast Company editors judged each brand on relevancy, cultural impact, ingenuity, and business impact to compile the list.

Click here to see the complete list.

The November issue of Fast Company magazine is available online now and will be on newsstands beginning November 1, 2022.

About Fast Company

Fast Company is the only media brand fully dedicated to the vital intersection of business, innovation, and design, engaging the most influential leaders, companies, and thinkers on the future of business. The editor-in-chief is Brendan Vaughan. Headquartered in New York City, Fast Company is published by Mansueto Ventures LLC, along with our sister publication, Inc., and can be found online at fastcompany.com.