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  • First-Ever Diwali Celebration in Metaverse

    Diwali, the festival of lights, is around the corner. We all have seen so many events celebrated in various metaverses worldwide and wondered why big festivals like Diwali are not celebrated there. Finally, we have the World’s First Diwali in Metaverse! The celebration will happen on AltWorld — India’s own Social Metaverse platform, between the 22nd and 24th October.

    Diwali Celebration in the AltWorld Metaverse
    Diwali Celebration in the AltWorld Metaverse

    Subham Boundia, Co-founder at AltWorld, says “A strong component of user experience in any industry is the culture connect of target audience. A virtual Diwali experience inside metaverse is our attempt to bring an Indian phenomenon into the wave of 3D content consumption for socialising in virtual worlds.”

    In AltWorld, people can join and experience the festival in a thrilling new way with Diwali-themed decorations and various activities to sparkle the festive vibe. People can create 3D Avatars that look like them, which include facial features, hairstyles, and dress up in multiple options available in clothing, footwear, and accessories. On top of these, there are also newly designed ethnic clothing options for users during this Diwali celebration.

    There are various fascinating merriments for the users to enjoy with their friends & family on AltWorld. For example, users can eat & share 3D sweets and light up different types of crackers at AltWorld’s favourite spot, the Beach Club. This is also an eco-friendly way to enjoy the fun of lighting crackers. This festival celebration also introduces the much-awaited “Night Sky” at the Beach Club. The whole club has been transformed and lit up with stunning lights for Diwali.

    What is the AltWorld?

    AltWorld is a platform for users to play and create immersive 3D social experiences across genres. It is building a social-gaming Metaverse that hosts casual 3D experiences created by developers or users.

    AltWorld recently hosted their 1st event property, Fan Jam — A “Meet & Greet” event line with some of India’s biggest gaming influencers. Excited fans who follow these influencers on platforms like YouTube & Instagram interacted directly with these influencers on the AltWorld app. Around 10,000 fans joined the platform to meet their favourite gamers, and a staggering 2L+ people witnessed the event on YouTube.

    AltWorld has launched new Diwali themed outfits
    AltWorld has launched new Diwali themed outfits

    People can join the Diwali festivities at AltWorld by downloading the beta app, which is available on Android & iOS devices here: AltWorld App Download

  • The 18th edition of World Cloud Show presented an incisive analysis of Cloud and Data Centers in India

    The Government of India’s vision of Digital India as the engine for transition into a developed nation and an empowered society is looked upon by the rest of the world as a very optimistic and promising move. Keeping up with its ambitions and developments & further strengthening its vision, Trescon hosted its 18th global edition of World Cloud Show on 14 September 2022 in Mumbai, India.

    Co-powered by Lightstorm, and supported by NITI Aayog, the 18th edition of the World Cloud Show – India concluded after a day filled with understanding of the next phase of cloud transformation and data centers in India.

    The India edition of World Cloud Show catalyzed the development of the Indian government’s Cloud Vision, shedding light on several initiatives for the development of Cloud Computing and Data Centers in India, as well as the economic contribution that organizations supporting cloud computing are making to the country. Government officials, tech sector titans, and a stellar lineup of over 25 esteemed speakers from top international organizations were present at this event to provide their insightful feedback.

    The conference’s main themes were adapting to the new normal and managing the upcoming Cloud and Data Centers transformation. It presented divergent perspectives from a diversified industry by exchanging ideas, addressing significant learning, and emphasizing recent advancements from the corporate, government, and professional sectors.

    Some of the top speakers who took the center stage included:

    • Suresh Sankaranarayanan; Senior EVP & CTO, Kotak General Insurance
    • Nikunj Jain; CIO & Digital Leader, P&G India
    • Ekhlaque Bari; CIO Jubilant Food Works
    • Dr Avadhut Parab; Chief Information Officer, Parle Agro
    • Sourav Das; Chief Digital & Information Officer, Essel Mining – Aditya Birla Group
    • Viral Davde; Chief Technology Officer, NCDEX
    • Ananth Kumar; Engineering Leader, Site24x7
    • Vinod Kumar; EVP & Chief Information Officer, Fino Payments Bank
    • Ninad Raje; Director & Chief Information Officer, Health Assure
    • Amajit Gupta; CEO, Lightstorm
    • Vamsi Krishna Ithamraju; Chief Technology Officer, Axis Mutual fund
    • Abhishek Sukhwal; Head Cloud Center of Excellence, Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd.
    • Rajgopal Nayak; Chief Technology Officer, Metro Brands
    • Ashish Sharma; Strategy Head Special Projects, Web Werks
    • Roberto Frongia; Strategy & Operations Director Technology and Digital Compute & Innovation NEOM KSA
    • Suresh Chandrasekaran; Executive Vice President, Denodo
    • Manish Kishore; Global CIO Wockhardt ltd
    • Nasreen Khan; Head – Cloud & Cloud Security, Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd.

    Ninad Raje, Director & CIO, Health Assure, remarks, “If cloud technology is the soil, then Data Centers are the pipeline that supplies the water to the soil.” While shedding light on the exponential expansion of the data center market at the World Cloud Show – India, Ninad added, “In the Indian market, Data Centers are unquestionably here to stay and are committed to the long term.”

    Dr Avadhut Parab, CIO, Parle Agro, offered significant insights on the application of AI and ML, “Machine learning and artificial intelligence are no longer myths. The improvement of customer service and experience through data augmentation based on customer feedback increases brand recognition. IT and business operations are now run much more efficiently, thanks to AI and ML.”

    Suresh Chandrasekaran, Executive Vice President, Denodo, took part in a panel discussion and listed top three takeaways from the current environment in the data center industry, and said, “Before collecting data, organizations must continually connect the data. Data literacy and unified data control are required for every organization, as is the decoupling of business transformation and IT operations.”

    The various cloud models and services enabling enterprises to implement the cloud in different ways and effectively invest in technology were one of the major topics of discussion at the event. The speakers on this panel included Suresh Sankaranarayanan, Senior EVP & CTO, Kotak General Insurance; Nikunj Jain, CIO & Digital Leader, P&G India; Prasanna C, Head of Product & Marketing, Lightstorm; and Manish Kishore, Global CIO, Wockhardt Ltd.

    In this panel discussion, panellists talked about the best cloud migration approaches for companies in a variety of industries. The panel also discussed heavily on the value proposition of Kubernetes in the modern workspace and edge computing.

    Another notable panel discussion during the event covered the topic of ‘Data Centers Reimagined: AI, ML, Edge & Virtualization’. The panel examined cutting-edge data center technology and how organizations can use it to maximize the value of their data. The speakers of the panel included Dr Avadhut Parad, CIO, and Parle Agro; Sourav Das, CIDO, Aditya Birla Group. Viral Davde, CTO, NCDEX; Vinod Kumar, EVP & CIO, Fino Payments Bank.

    The panel talked about the rapid expansion of ML and AI in the Indian market. Panellists gave insights on the various tools used for the functioning of Data Centers, whilst also shedding light on the role of edge in sustainability initiatives.

    Large enterprises have diversified business functions, converged technologies have given enterprises the scalability while significantly reducing time to market,” quoted Sourav Das, CIDO, Aditya Birla Group as he shared his thoughts on converged technologies at Trescon’s World Cloud Show – India.

    Lightstorm’s Amajit Gupta gave a comprehensive presentation on the theme of powering the inevitable network. He emphasized how important it is for a network to be able to adapt to the rapidly changing environment in which we live. For organizations to succeed, modern networks and the speed at which information is sent to them are essential. “Every business owner wants to be at the vanguard of a digital revolution,” stated Mr Amajit Gupta, CEO of Lightstorm, while discussing new technological developments at Trescon’s World Cloud Show. He added, “It is a logical progression given that businesses can now sell everywhere thanks to cloud technologies. Instead of increasing their physical footprint, businesses will concentrate on growing their digital footprint.”

    Ananth Kumar, Engineering Leader, Site24x7 gave another very impactful presentation to the audience about choosing a monitoring system and various factors to consider. He highlighted the distinctions between on-prem and SaaS solutions by emphasizing the business’s cost, time, skill, and requirements.

    Basil Dhange, CISO of Aditya Birla Sun Life AMC Ltd., shared his top tips for moving to the cloud, and quoted, “It is critical to identify pain-points of on-premise before migrating to the cloud, also very important to understand your data and then embark on your cloud journey.”

    “We need to switch from a smart approach to one that is more holistic and cognitive. We are looking for innovation in every corner of the world. The Indian market is highly valued by NEOM and we intend to utilize it to advance our endeavor to accelerate human progress.”- Roberto Frongia, Strategy & Operations Director Technology and Digital Compute & Innovation NEOM KSA.

    Presenting the hybrid cloud platform of Web Werks, which scales with the expansion of businesses was Ashish Kumar, Strategy Head of Projects at Web Werks. Among the subjects covered by Mr Ashish Sharma were the data fabric, contemporary data management technologies and integration, and augmented or automated data management. A thorough presentation that addressed all the concerns and questions that several decision-makers had.

    Nasreen Khan, Head of Cloud & Cloud Security, Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd., commented as she moderated the panel discussion on cloud security, and said, “Cloud has a huge range. Like the weather, it is a dynamic environment that changes. As soon as your company makes the major switch to the cloud, I suggest doing routine data audits.”

    The 18th global edition of World Cloud Show is officially sponsored by:

    • Supported By: NITI Aayog
    • Co-Powered By: Lightstorm
    • Gold Partner: Site24x7 & Web Werks
    • Silver Partner: Denodo

    About Cloud Show

    World Cloud Show is a global series of events that take place in cities all over the world and are focused on business and thought leadership.

    The Indian edition of the world tour will bring together qualified CIOs, CTOs, COOs, Heads of Cloud, Heads of IT Infrastructure, Heads of Data Center Operations – IT Data Center Administrator, DevOps Leaders, Heads of Digital Transformation/Innovation, and Experts in Cloud Computing from across India’s industry verticals, all under one roof.

    About Trescon

    Trescon is a multinational business events and consulting company that offers a variety of business services to a clientele that is diverse and includes businesses, governments, and individuals. With the help of conferences, roadshows, expos, demand creation, investor connect, and advisory services. Trescon produces highly targeted B2B events that link companies with prospects.

    For further details about the announcement, please contact:

    Nupur Aswani,
    Head – Media, PR & Corporate Communications, Trescon
    media@tresconglobal.com | +91 95559 15156

  • Amazing Workplaces Certifies Digital MarkEthics for Work from Home Best Practices

    Amazing Workplaces declared that Digital MarkEthics, an end-to-end digital marketing agency offering enterprises tech-driven branding solutions has been certified as Amazing Workplaces® for Work from Home Best Practices for 2022-2023. The certification is based on the feedback received from the employees about their experience of working remotely with Digital MarkEthics assessed on the basis of an in-depth employee assessment survey conducted by Amazing Workplaces®.

    Ekta Capoor, Co-founder & Director, Amazing Workplaces®, a passionate proponent of workplace culture said,

    “The Amazing Workplaces®, Work from Home certification is granted to organizations that look at remote work culture from a long term perspective and are trying to create a thriving workplace culture remotely on the basis of the 9 pillar framework. I congratulate the Digital MarkEthics team for genuinely taking care of their people by providing a flexibile, transparent and psychologically safe work environment in a remote set-up.”

    Digital MarkEthics is an end-to-end digital marketing agency offering enterprises tech-driven branding solutions. Saurabh Ganguly, CEO & Founder – Digital MarkEthics said ,

    “We empower growth by optimizing the digital marketing funnel to drive sales. We believe that our employees are our biggest assets and we help them by providing the best working environment. We ensure that everyone gets their proper recognition and motivation to grow as a professional as well as a team player. Work-life balance is another important aspect of the work culture at DME. We work as a family, encourage each other to bring out the best within, and grow together.”

    Shreyasi Raghav, Co-founder & Director, Amazing Workplaces® stated that

    “It is easy for organizations to slip into a mode of distrusting employees and resorting to micro-managing their people in a remote set-up. Through the Amazing Workplaces® Work from Home assessment, we go deep into the employee satisfaction aspect to understand this sentiment. It’s not surprising for us to know that workplaces that are amazing like Digital MarkEthics have won the trust and commitment of their employees by taking steps towards trusting their employees first!”

    As more and more employees show reluctance to return to office and prefer to continue working from home, the debate about return to work is still on.

    In a bid to retain talent, avoid retention and woo new talent, many organizations like Airbnb, Meesho, Swiggy, Shopify, NoBroker, Magicpin, Spinny and Zerodha etc have given their employees an option to permanently work from home.

    In this scenario, it is important for organizations to build an employer brand that portrays that they don’t just adopt and encourage work from home but also go out of their way to ensure that their employees have a great experience while working remotely.

    Ekta also added:

    “The past 2 years brought in the trend of Working remotely which posed various problems for the employers as well as the employees.
    To understand this better we surveyed various organizations and employees. We not just got inputs from the leadership but also at the grass root levels to get a deeper understanding on the important aspects of remote work and problem areas of working remotely. On the basis of the data collected and analysis, the Amazing Workplaces® Work From Home Assessment & Certification was developed by a team of Sr. HR Experts.”

    The Amazing Workplaces®, Work from Home employee survey is especially meant for organizations which are currently continuing to work from home and are planning to make this a long-term practice in the future, or who follow a hybrid system and have a significant percentage of population who prefers to choose working from home.

    This survey is designed to get insights into the various aspects of working from home, to help organizations measure and improve employee satisfaction in a remote setup with regard to the 9 pillar framework that includes Hiring & Retention, Culture, Compensation & Benefits, Employee Engagement, Internal Communication, R&R, L&D, DEI and CSR which help form the foundation of Amazing Workplaces®.

    Specific questions about vital work from home environment issues which include compensation and benefits, leadership, engagement, communication, transparency, flexibility, psychological safety, mental & physical wellness, work life balance, diversity and inclusion to general feelings of purpose and fulfilment are covered in detail in this assessment.

  • BUSINESS EXCELLENCE SUMMIT 2022

    Xavier Institute of Management, Bhubaneswar has been instrumental in developing business leaders for the last 35 years. The institution is known for its exemplary service to the field of academics, industry, and society at large. The contributions and collaborative efforts of the management, students, and the entire XIM fraternity have been the driving force for this monumental success.

    Commemorating this achievement, XIM, Bhubaneswar, will convene a Business Excellence Summit spanning over three days, from 29th September to 1st October 2022. This occasion is a platform for the institute to reflect on its past achievements, celebrate the present and share its vision for the future.

    The summit would be graced by leaders and stalwarts from various backgrounds and industries. The purpose is to encourage a fruitful exchange of ideas, hold discussions about relevant issues, reflect on the opportunities and collaborate for the collective upliftment of all. The theme for Business Excellence Summit 2022 is “Transcending Boundaries.” This is in line with the forward-looking and action-oriented vision of XIM, Bhubaneswar.

    The speakers’ who will be gracing the occasion are Nishita Ballarsingh – Founder (Nexus Power), Shefali Vijaywargiya – Brand Manager (Amul Kool), Sahithi Divi – Director (Mohanam), Manoj Kumar Swain – Founder (SOCH), Shailesh Paul – Vice President (Visa), Shubham Singh – CEO, Founder (Craste), Rajesh Srivastav – Author, Sarbani Sengupta – Vice President – Customer Service at DHL Express (DHL), Swatee Sarangi – CHR (Dr. Reddy), Vivek Atray – IAS, A L Jagannath – Head of Marketing (ThoughtWorks), Debendra N Kar – Chief Commissioner of Income Tax, Chennai, Rajeev Bharwan, Retired Colonel (Indian Army – Special Forces), Rohit Kilam – CTO (CMS Info Systems), Subhash Bhutoria – Partner (DSK Legal), Prema Suresh – Director and COO (Technip Energies), Ashish Garg – Managing Director (Group G).

    The event will comprise of leadership talks, panel discussions and engaging activities for the students. The XIM fraternity has always endorsed the confluence of business and society. Business Excellence Summit 2022 would reflect this ideology. Whilst XIM, Bhubaneswar has many accolades to its name, the opportunities for growth are always ample. This will only be possible with the long-term collaboration and collective efforts of all stakeholders.

    About XIM Bhubaneswar

    XIM, Bhubaneswar was established 35 years ago and has earned a global reputation as a flagship Business School inspired by the Jesuit spirit of Magis. Since then, XIM, Bhubaneswar has strived to become a premier institute that provides formal education in the field of management education, training, research, and consulting that helps build a just and humane society. The institute is now recognized for its excellence in imparting management education and is considered among the top management institutes in the country.

  • Cloud leaders in India to gather and discuss the roadmap for Cloud and Data Centers

    Officially Supported by NITI Aayog, and Co-Powered by Lightstorm, World Cloud Show – India will take place on 14 September 2022, in the presence of highly acclaimed speakers, and over 250 pre-qualified technology leaders from BFSI, Manufacturing, Healthcare, Edtech, and other key sectors.

    Tuesday, September 13, 2022: After completing a series of high-level future-tech events on Cloud and Data Centers in Jakarta, Manila, Dubai, Singapore, Saudi Arabia, Africa, Qatar and Egypt, Trescon’s World Cloud Show is set to make its return to India, as a physical, in-person event.

    The 18th edition of this global series is anticipated to create a significant impact on the cloud and data center landscape in India.

    Taking place on 14 September 2022, at the Taj Lands End in Mumbai, C-suit attendees such as Global CIOs & CTOs, Chief Cloud Officers, Heads of IT Infrastructure, Heads of IT Networks, IT Compliance, and Cloud Specialists among other Cloud & Data Center decision makers will be attending the India edition of World Cloud Show.

    Innovative solution providers are expected to showcase emerging projects, products, solutions, and breakthroughs in the cloud sector. The widespread presence will offer a fantastic opportunity to maintain the ‘Cloud Vision,’ while presenting a strong international outlook – on which Indian government’s initiatives are centered. India is intended to become the top location for investments in cloud computing, data dissemination, and other cloud-related services under the Cloud Vision initiative.

    To explore the latest cloud and digital infrastructure trends, along with data centers that will drive the next phase of cloud transformation in India, following early adopters of this future-tech have confirmed their participation as speakers:

    • Roberto Frongia – Strategy & Operations Director, Technology and Digital Compute & Innovation, Neom
    • Amajit Gupta – CEO, Lightstorm
    • Prasanna C – Head of Product and Marketing, Lightstorm
    • Ananth Kumar – Engineering Leader, Site 24×7
    • Ashish Sharma – Strategy Head Special Projects, Web Werks
    • Suresh Chandrasekaran – Executive Vice President, Denodo
    • Suresh Sankaranarayanan – Senior EVP & Chief Technology Officer, Kotak General Insurance
    • Ankur Varshney – Chief Technology Officer, SBI Payments
    • Nikunj Jain – CIO and Digital Leader, Procter & Gamble, India
    • Dr. Avadhut Chandrakant Parab – Chief Information Officer, Parle Agro
    • Rajgopal Nayak – CTO, Metro Brands
    • Vamsi Krishna Ithamraju – CTO, Axis Mutual Fund

    “Cloud Native architectures are as much an engineering cultural choice (if not more) as they are about solving for scale,” stated Vamsi Krishna Ithamraju, CTO of Axis Mutual Fund, a leader with over 18 years of industry experience, and also one of the esteemed speakers at World Cloud Show – India.

    “We’re happy to gather industry leaders, innovative solution providers, and regional & international policymakers under one roof; to embark on the exciting digital transformation journey,” Mithun Shetty, CEO of Trescon was found quoting.

    “Data and Technology are at the heart of our digital business strategy and Cloud is what gives life to this heart. This is how great organizations create a superior experience for consumers and customers,” stated Nikunj Jain, CIO and Digital leader of Proctor & Gamble, India.

    World Cloud Show – India edition is officially:

    • Supported By: NITI Aayog
    • Co-Powered By: Lightstorm
    • Gold Partner: Site24x7 & Web Werks
    • Silver Partner: Denodo

    About World Cloud Show

    World Cloud Show takes place in strategic locations across the world which gathers pre-qualified CIOs, CEOs, CTOs, Heads of Research, Industry Practitioners, IT Decision Makers, and Experts in Cloud Computing among others from cross industry verticals.

    The show will feature exciting keynotes, government and enterprise use-case presentations, product showcase, panel discussions and tech talks to discuss the latest challenges and explore latest applications of cloud-based solutions.

    About Trescon

    Trescon is a global business events and consulting firm that provide wide range of business services to a diversified client base that includes corporations, governments and individuals. Trescon is specialises in producing highly focused B2B events that connect businesses with opportunities through conferences, roadshows, expos, demand generation, investor connect and consulting services.

  • The biggest conclave for HRs is back again- HR Summit 2022, by SIOM!

    The most coveted conclave for the world of Human Resources- HR Summit, organised by Symbiosis Institute of Operations Management, Nashik is back again with all its vigour, this time bigger and better.

    HR Summit is an endeavour to culminate eminent leaders including CEOs, CHROs, VPs, Directors and other HR professionals across the industries to speak about visionary ideas, best practices, cutting-edge insights and industry experiences in the field of human resources.

    The three-day event, scheduled to be held at Nashik and Delhi is all set to kick off on the 26th of August, 2022.

    Here’s all you need to know about the event:

    When & Where:

    The event has been phased out into two parts, the first one being in the campus itself at Nashik on 26th and 27th of August and the next one at Delhi, on the 3rd of September.

    Why Should You Join:

    Network and Interact:

    Since its inception, HR Summit has been witnessing many eminent personalities from the business world sharing their wealth of knowledge in the conclave. Even though the event had been taken online since the last two years courtesy of the pandemic, this time it is back in all its glory and you get to attend it physically at the campus in Nashik or at Delhi.

    Nonetheless, it is a great forum for aspiring and budding management professionals and human resources enthusiasts to interact and listen to the leaders solving real world problems and the changing dynamics of the HR function.

    Themes and Sub-themes:

    HR Summit comes with its great legacy of revolutionary and carefully curated themes striving to address issues and deliberating on the ever-changing dynamics of the human resources function.

    This year, the focus is on the evolution and the reforms brought about by technology in the HR praxes and thus the theme HR 5.0-The Big Rethink. It is accompanied by two sub themes- HR Metamorphosis and HR: The catalyst to IPOs which speak about the paradigm shift in practices such as hiring and onboarding, hybrid work culture, inclusivity, diversification and productivity in workplaces etc.

    Dynamic Speakers:

    HR Summit boasts of having hosted some of the esteemed business icons in the past and this year is no different. Several visionaries and industry experts are expected to discuss and deliver on various sub-domains of the theme throughout the three days in the efficiently curated panel discussions and keynote speeches.

    Among them, Lt. Colonel Alok Kumar Das, Chief People’s Officer at Brinton Pharmaceuticals, Dr. Amjad Khan, Vice President at Cornerstone International Group, Mr. Bimal Vyas, Head – HR Strategy & HRBP at Astral Adhesives, Mr. Anil Santhapuri, Director – Skill Solutions, Global Talent Management at FIS, Mr. Akshaya Kashyap, Sr VP, HR at Future Generali Insurance, Ms. Priyanka Thakur, Lead, Talent Management & Development for India at AstraZeneca, and Mr. Sumit Bhatia, HR Leader, Global Service Delivery at Mercer are a notable few.

    Here are a few glimpses of the event from the past

  • Data Mart to Data Mastery: How Tarun Parmar Transformed Manufacturing Data Pipelines

    In today’s digital world, in modern manufacturing, data is as critical as the materials that go into production. Data engineers try to make sure that the data is extracted, processed, and stored where it is supposed to be. One such data wizard named Tarun Parmar, has been important in guiding the handling of manufacturing data, simplifying access and application for technical and operational units.

    Parmar was at the forefront of the batter manufacturing group’s inception, He had to build the data backbone from scratch, which meant interviewing 30 candidates and bringing on three dedicated full-time data engineers. On top of this, he took young interns under his guidance, steering them towards becoming regular contributors. His daily work hovered around architecting cloud-operated information systems capable of handling mammoth manufacturing data sets, improving reporting accuracy, and accelerating decision-making processes.

    By implementing a cloud-based data mart and OLAP system, he enabled engineers to query data more efficiently, reducing the time it took to retrieve critical insights from hours to minutes.

    For the smooth processing of the data, he built batch-processing pipelines with Python, Apache Airflow, Presto SQL (Trino), and Kubernetes. These pipelines ensured that manufacturing data was processed at scale without delays. In parallel, he led the creation of dashboards that monitored quality metrics like Defective Parts Per Million (DPPM), which helped engineering teams reduce failure rates and inventory inefficiencies.

    To further improve efficiency, he facilitated over 300 JIRA tickets, including multiple impactful JIRA Epics, and developed JMP scripts for process parameter analysis, accelerating data validation efforts, which was a critical step in preparing for the launch of a much-anticipated new product.

    One of Parmar’s major projects was the design and implementation of a cloud data mart consisting of over 300 database tables. This system consolidated manufacturing data from multiple sources, providing a single access point for engineers and analysts to retrieve information, which resulted in an improved data retrieval ability and data processing ability.

    Another critical project was leading JIRA epics related to key performance indicator (KPI) reporting. These initiatives included dashboards for tracking defect rates, quality containment reporting, and manufacturing capability metrics like Cp and Cpk. All the insights were comprehensively documented for data pipelines, dashboards, and quality systems and were used across the company’s manufacturing departments to pass on the already established knowledge base.

    There were also noteworthy results of these efforts. Data processing speed improved dramatically, reducing query times from hours to minutes. Enhanced Cp and Cpk reporting helped teams optimize manufacturing precision, leading to better product quality. Over 300 JIRA requests were addressed, streamlining workflows across departments. These improvements contributed to a more streamlined manufacturing environment where data-driven decisions could be made quickly.

    While stumbling on these results, Parmar also had to navigate certain considerations. Such as the challenge of scaling data pipelines for over 300 tables, ensuring high availability and minimal processing delays. Another challenge was establishing a new team and infrastructure from scratch and managing the gaps between departments that had their distinct data needs and considerations. However, his passion for creating solutions for seamless data integrations and consistent availability of the required data, helped him to sail through the challenges.

    Looking ahead at industry trends, Parmar notes a noticeable shift toward facilitating access to analytical data for non-technical teams. This allows them to comprehend and utilize the data without the need for engineer assistance. He also sees growth in real-time analysis to improve operational agility and predicts that cloud-originated technologies will persist in moulding the era of manufacturing data systems. Moreover, AI and machine learning are set to become commonplace for predictive analytics and abnormality recognition, aiding manufacturers in pre-emptively managing quality and productivity issues.

    In line with the changing dynamics of production-related data collection, processing, and utilization for making decisions Parmar’s contributions echo this metamorphosis. His efforts in constructing scalable models, promoting teamwork, and simplifying systems have established strong foundational elements for a data-guided production atmosphere that will continue to progress with future tech innovations.

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  • Torchbearers Inc. Episode 2 – ‘Staying on Top Under Pressure’ With Abhiraj Bhal and Mahesh Bhupathi

    At Torchbearers Inc., Tennis Star Mahesh Bhupathi and Urban Company’s Abhiraj Bhal share the recipe for shining under pressure

    Staying on top of your game, on the sports field or in the startup world is not an easy quest, especially when you’re in it to make an impact, to do what’s never been done before, and you have a team to lead. From your inner climate to external voices, pressure welcomes you at every step of the way.

    In the series of first-hand accounts of the journey and hustles of India’s most inspiring champions, from the sports field to the boardrooms, the second episode of Torchbearers Inc. by AWS brings in an exceptional conversation on dealing with pressure.

    Torchbearers Inc. has been conceptualized and presented by NeoNiche, one of India’s leading integrated marketing solutions providers, and backed by AWS as a strategic partner. AWS reinforces the show’s essence–scaling, adapting, and succeeding–underpinned by its achievement as the world’s top cloud infrastructure solutions provider for businesses across 190 countries. TiE Mumbai and Startup Talky are ecosystem partners of the show. YourStory is a media partner.

    Watch the second episode of Torchbearers Inc. featuring Tennis Star Mahesh Bhupathi and Urban Company’s Abhiraj Bhal.

    Torchbearers paving the way for a new generation

    What differentiates a winner from the rest is how well they handle those pressures. In the words of Olympian and decorated former doubles number one tennis player, Mahesh Bhupathi, “Winning when it doesn’t count is easy, but hitting that big serve or big return at five all, thirty all in the third set under pressure is what differentiates the winner.”

    Mahesh Bhupathi and Urban Company (formerly UrbanClap) co-founder, Abhiraj Bhal are two exemplary personalities who have mastered the art of delivering under pressure.

    Having closely worked with Mahesh Bhupathi, renowned leadership performance coach, India’s first sports scientist, and the show’s host Shayamal Vallabhjee gets up close and personal to give you insider insights.

    Staying on top of the game

    One of the most dominant doubles players in the history of sports and the first Indian to win a Grand Slam title, Mahesh Bhupati’s journey has been a rollercoaster of accomplishments and challenges.

    In his 20-year-long career on tennis courts, he represented India at various world stages, including Olympics, racking up 687 wins and 52 titles across ATP tours, Davis Cup, and other celebrated tournaments. He is a 12-time Grand Slam champion, and achieved the coveted title of Career Grand Slam, bagging all four Grand Slam titles.

    Behind these revered achievements is a tale of tackling a massive back injury, self-doubt, and doubts thrown by outsiders. His ‘hunger and commitment’ to make a comeback and reach ‘the highest level’ changed the game. As a doubles player, his teamwork was a critical factor in ensuring he and his team stayed on top.

    His remarkable skills and experience in the field reflect in his successful entrepreneurship journey as well. He has founded numerous companies including Globosports, Scentials, and International Premier Tennis League.

    Bouncing back stronger

    From a failed startup to a unicorn, Abhiraj Bhal encountered some of the toughest pressure situations an entrepreneur has to deal with.

    In 2014, Abhiraj founded Cinemabox, which shut down within six months as it was ‘an arena with small outcomes.’ Despite being very passionate about his first startup, he decided to step away to satisfy his ambition of creating a large-scale impact. Abhiraj believes there’s a “fine line between passion and objectivity” and that’s what decides the outcomes.

    Soon after, he and his co-founders ventured to solve a gaping problem in the home service sector with UrbanClap. Today, Urban Company is valued at north of $2 billion, boasting a network of 25,000 trained professionals and operations across 40 cities in India, UAE, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Singapore, and Australia.

    However, the road was far from smooth for the startup. During the pandemic, Urban Company saw zero revenue for 45 days straight. Abhiraj’s vision and decision-making in a crisis situation proved to be instrumental in the company’s bouncing back and eventually standing taller than ever before.

    Abhiraj’s entrepreneurship journey is adorned with a Forbes 30 Under 30, Fortune 40 Under 40, and most recently, Entrepreneur of The Year title at the NTLF Global Leadership Awards.

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    The first episode featuring Olympian Abhinav Bindra and Dream 11’s Harsh Jain tapped into winners’ mindsets in the most thought-provoking manner, unveiling the parallels between success, determination, excitement, and failure in the world of sports and entrepreneurship.

    The uncanny similarities between sportspeople and entrepreneurs are substantiated further in the second episode of Torchbearers Inc. as Mahesh Bhupathi, Abhiraj Bhal, and Shayamal Vallabhjee go deep into the recipe for getting an edge in the face of adversity. The conversation sheds light on the key aspects of conquering high-pressure situations, touching upon mental toughness, intrinsic motivation, teamwork, decision-making, radical adaptability, and much more.

    The second episode of Torchbearers Inc. featuring Tennis Star Mahesh Bhupathi and Urban Company’s Abhiraj Bhal is live. Regsister now by clicking on the link given below.

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  • Premsai Ranga Leads the Charge in Authentication Modernization for Seamless, Secure Access

    In the contemporary market where companies use digital tools and cloud services, it is crucial to have effective security products. New IAM technologies such as Zero Trust security, SSO, and biometric authentication are revolutionizing how organizations secure access to resources. Several innovations are being spearheaded by industry players to help enterprises secure themselves while improving the convenience of users.

    One such industry expert, Premsai Ranga, has become a key leader in Identity and Access Management (IAM) to drive innovation in the current enterprise authentication systems to enable secure access to enterprise resources. His work has been instrumental in defining the strategies on how organizations can transform digitally, promote IAM technologies that are innovative, and ensure that the access controls are in conformity with the best practices and regulations.

    The professional has embraced the Zero Trust security model and successfully contributed to reducing the attack surface alongside the protection of sensitive information from constantly emerging threats. Over the years, he has registered numerous successes, including spearheading the creation of strong IAM solutions that both strengthen security and improve the usability of systems. Notably, the work has lowered the incidence of data leaks and unauthorized access through the efficient implementation of authentication and authorization measures.

    Additionally, his contribution has increased operational efficiency in terms of user provisioning and de-provisioning resulting in a reduction in IT support cost and increased user productivity. HIPAA, GDPR, and PCI DSS are key regulations that have benefited organizations under his expertise in legal compliance and high-security measures.

    The Cloud Identity and Access Management (CIAM) solutions have been a significant project. This initiative provided the authorization of cloud applications and services so that organizations could adapt to cloud services while protecting their information. Further, he implemented PAM solutions to mitigate insider risks to high-value assets, and he was the first to introduce biometric identity for password-less access. His attempts to adopt SSO and MFA have enhanced security and made it easier for the user to access the system as well.

    The efforts have helped in the success of the programs. “Decreased security incidents by 43% through the implementation of robust IAM controls”, he added. “Increased user productivity by 68% by streamlining access processes and reducing help desk tickets”. His work has also reduced the time required to bring new applications and services to the market by 85% using automated provisioning. Also, he successfully improved IAM operations, resulting in cost reductions of up to 38% which are evidence of the operational benefits of IAM modernization.

    However, there were some issues with the proper balance between security and usability throughout the work. To this challenge, he responded by concentrating on creating solutions that were easy to use and secure. By implementing adaptive authentication policies and monitoring IAM systems, he was able to optimize IAM systems where security did not have to be a limitation to the user experience.

    Regarding the future of this industry, Premsai Ranga anticipates that trends like Zero Trust Security, AI and machine learning, biometric authentication, and passwordless solutions will play a pivotal role. He emphasizes an IAM strategy that can meet organizational security needs and at the same time make users’ experiences as convenient as possible in the face of emerging threats in the future.

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  • Green Building Certifications: Why LEED and WELL Are Transforming Construction

    The real estate and construction industry, particularly in the context of sustainable design, is crucial for shaping the future of urban living. As climate change and energy conservation become increasingly important, the demand for green buildings that minimize environmental impact while maximizing energy efficiency has skyrocketed. This sector encompasses a wide range of services, from design and construction to financing and operation, all aimed at creating more sustainable, energy-efficient spaces. A key area within this field is green building certifications, which help ensure that structures meet environmental standards, offering both financial and environmental benefits to developers, residents, and businesses.

    Aditya Pandit has proven to be an instrumental figure within this space. His work primarily revolves around energy modeling and green building certification; where his meticulous attention to detail has helped large-scale projects secure key certifications and financial advantages. His contributions have been crucial in projects like the 3800 Acqua and Royal Sail apartments, which were awarded bronze medals for green building excellence.

    “I’ve always seen sustainability not just as a trend, but as a necessity for the future of construction,” says Aditya. “The ability to integrate green practices while maintaining financial feasibility is one of the most important aspects of my work.”

    His role in ensuring the 3800 Acqua lifestyle apartments met all green building requirements. This included verifying critical elements such as insulation standards, HVAC efficiencies, and energy-efficient appliances, all of which were essential for the project’s green building certification. “Throughout the project, I worked closely with the D3G consultants to ensure that every detail aligned with green building standards,” he explains. “This kind of attention to detail ensures long-term sustainability and cost efficiency for the developers and the residents.” His efforts not only met the stringent criteria for the Energy Star rating but also contributed to a significant reduction in the building’s energy consumption, ultimately benefiting both developers and residents in terms of lower utility costs.

    In addition to his hands-on involvement in project specifications, his work also led to significant financial benefits. For the 3800 Acqua project, his contributions were instrumental in securing a Green Mortgage Insurance Premium (MIP) reduction of 0.35%, lowering the project’s overall financing costs.

    “Securing the Green MIP reduction was a critical achievement for the project,” Aditya says. “It helped ensure a more cost-effective long-term operation while supporting the broader goals of sustainability.”

    His attention to detail and his ability to coordinate multiple teams throughout the design, construction, and post-construction phases were pivotal in obtaining these benefits.

    Extending beyond just technical knowledge, his ability to coordinate with various stakeholders and ensure compliance with green building standards has made him an invaluable asset to the projects he’s been involved in. He took charge of ensuring all critical green building components were included in the design and installation phases, such as the installation of energy-efficient systems and sustainable materials. “A lot of the work I do revolves around ensuring that every element from insulation to lighting meets the strict standards necessary for certification,” he says.

    His role in securing certifications like LEED, ENERGY STAR, and NGBS (National Green Building Standards) has ensured that the buildings he works on meet rigorous environmental standards. He is also involved in energy modeling for various projects, using tools like the Energy Star Portfolio Manager to forecast energy consumption and ensure efficiency across all stages of development.

    In the Royal Sail Apartment’s project, which also gained green building recognition, he ensured that all aspects of the building adhered to sustainability goals, from high-efficiency HVAC systems to the use of low-flow plumbing fixtures. This project, which caters to adults over 55, demonstrates his ability to create spaces that are both environmentally friendly and cost-efficient, providing long-term savings to residents. “I find it incredibly rewarding to know that my work can directly impact the lives of residents by lowering utility costs and creating more sustainable living environments,” he concludes.

    Aditya Pandit’s work continues to shape the landscape of sustainable real estate development. With a keen eye for detail, a commitment to green building practices, and a deep understanding of the financial and operational benefits of energy efficiency, Aditya has helped establish a new standard for the industry. His projects not only enhance the value of the buildings they are part of but also contribute to a more sustainable future in urban development.

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