The 2024 IT and Operations Conclave was skillfully organised by AIMSR and ASBM, with the theme ‘Emerging Technologies: Operations and Beyond’ and visionaries from a variety of backgrounds debating the direction of education in India, as per the press release.
The panel discussion, moderated by Rishi Sareen, director technology, DTDC Express Ltd, featured speakers: Rajesh Patil, CTO, Asfaleia Information Systems; Kiran Belsekar, EVP, CISO and IT Governance, Aegon Life; Vinod Marar, Head Supply Chain, CEAT Ltd and Ajinkya Vaze, associate programme manager, Merkle Pvt. Ltd. They delved into the topic ‘Exploring Ethical Frontiers: AI in Modern Business Operations.’
The presentation by Capgemini India’s Senior Director, Prasad Ramanathan, focused on how evolving technology impacts people and processes. A special thank you to Sreenivas Rao of Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd., Global Head of Supply Chain, for his insightful presentation on incorporating artificial intelligence and machine learning into daily operations.
“The common buzzword in the boardroom of organisations is Industry 5.0 which is all about data and platforms. She introduced the theme of the IT and Operations Conclave as: “Emerging Technologies, Operations and Beyond”. She also added that from enhancing operational efficiency to creating entirely new business models, technologies are driving unprecedented transformations across industries. AI and ML enable businesses to automate processes, analyse vast amounts of data and derive actionable insights. IoT enhances visibility and responsiveness in various operational aspects. The decentralized nature of blockchain technology reduces the risk of fraud and errors, promoting trust among stakeholders. AR and VR technologies are transforming the way businesses operate by providing immersive experiences. Robotics and automation technologies are reshaping industries by replacing repetitive and manual tasks,” Sunita Srivastava, dean Management, Director, AIMSR said.