London, United Kingdom, October 2025 — IFS, the leading provider of Industrial AI software, has announced the appointment of Mihita Podobnik as Chief People Officer, succeeding Debra McCowan, who is stepping down from her role as Chief Human Resources Officer.
Podobnik was most recently IFS Chief of Staff, where she partnered closely with the executive team to lead strategic initiatives and drive transformation across the business. Her leadership skills and ability to connect strategy with execution will be central to advancing IFS’s people-first agenda.
Mark Moffat, CEO of IFS, said: “Mihita is highly respected across IFS and I’m delighted to welcome her into this role. Her leadership, strategic mindset, and deep connection to our people make her the ideal person to take our high-performance agenda forward at pace. I look forward to seeing her impact as we continue to scale globally.”
Debra McCowan has played a pivotal role in shaping IFS’s people strategy. Her leadership has left a lasting impact, and the organization extended best wishes for her future endeavors.
Commenting on her appointment, Mihita Podobnik said: “I’m honored to take on the role of Chief People Officer at such a pivotal time for IFS. As AI disruption and innovation accelerate, talent is the key enabler of our strategy. By fostering a culture where people can thrive, we will execute on our business priorities, accelerate growth, and strengthen our position as the global Industrial AI leader.”
About IFS
IFS is the world’s leading provider of Industrial AI software for businesses that service, power, and protect the planet. Its technology enables companies that manufacture goods, maintain complex assets, and manage service-focused operations to unlock the transformative power of Industrial AI™ to enhance productivity, efficiency, and sustainability.
IFS Cloud is a fully composable AI-powered platform spanning ERP, EAM, SCM, ITSM, and FSM needs. Leveraging AI, machine learning, real-time data, and analytics, IFS empowers its customers to excel at their Moment of Service™. Founded in 1983, IFS now has over 7,000 employees in 80 countries.
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