The Ultimate Guide to Manufacturing
A curated Indian edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Manufacturing.
What to know about Manufacturing
IT in Manufacturing explores the dynamic integration of information technology within the manufacturing sector, spotlighting innovations that enhance efficiency, productivity, and sustainability. Readers can delve into topics like cloud-based ERP systems, Internet of Things (IoT) applications, artificial intelligence, and automation trends that are reshaping factory operations and supply chains.
This tag brings together stories about technological advancements such as 3D printing breakthroughs, digital twins, and cybersecurity challenges specific to manufacturing environments. Engaging with these stories provides valuable insights into how manufacturers worldwide are navigating digital transformation, adopting smart factory solutions, and addressing emerging risks to stay competitive in a rapidly evolving industry.
Indian Manufacturing News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
TCS opens Bengaluru AI lab for industrial autonomy
Manufacturers and transport firms will be able to test AI systems in Bengaluru before deployment, cutting risk in live industrial operations.
meshIQ & Dataeko strike partnership to expand in India
Indian banks and manufacturers will get local support as meshIQ and Dataeko join forces to manage hybrid middleware estates more easily.
NLB Services repositions as an enterprise transformation company
Clients seeking fewer vendors may now get workforce, technology and risk support from one provider as AI deployments scale beyond pilots.
Blue Cloud wins BSNL empanelment for private networks
The move opens the Hyderabad-based group to India's private 4G and 5G network market, though revenue will depend on winning projects.
M37Labs launches MightyClaw for enterprise AI agents
The platform is aimed at regulated industries and sensitive data users, with on-premise and air-gapped deployment to keep control in-house.
Moglix appoints Amit Kumar as Chief Business Officer
The hire signals Moglix's push beyond procurement into finance and supply-chain software as it targets India's industrial growth.
Analyst Insights
Research and market analysis connected to Manufacturing
Cognizant deepens Anthropic tie-up as Claude rollout grows
NTT DATA named market shaper in Gartner physical AI
Ondaro launches Lighthouse for ServiceNow AI Control Tower
Codenotary flags 210,000 risky AI agent actions daily
Manufacturers turn to AI as maintenance know-how fades
Expert Columns
Interviews
Interviews and video coverage from the network
Recent Manufacturing News
ABB, TCS deepen industrial AI & factory modernisation pact
ABB and TCS have expanded their industrial AI pact to modernise factories, upgrade IT, and explore new AI infrastructure in India.
Tech Data & NetApp unveil AI Test Drive hub in India
Tech Data and NetApp open an AI Test Drive hub in India, giving partners ready-made infrastructure to trial and scale real-world projects.
Amantya drives global push for AI-native 5G networks
Amantya accelerates global rollout of AI-native 5G platforms as operators seek automation-first networks from core to edge and test labs.
Godrej launches Amethyst AI engine for group-wide gains
Godrej Enterprises Group unveils Amethyst AI engine to unify automation and governance across businesses, eyeing a 10-15% productivity gain.
Anthropic names Irina Ghose to lead India expansion
Anthropic hires former Microsoft India boss Irina Ghose as India MD to spearhead its Bengaluru office launch and wider AI expansion.
NetApp appoints Premalakshmi Ramakrishnan to lead India
NetApp names Premalakshmi Ramakrishnan to head India and SAARC, targeting accelerating demand for AI-ready data infrastructure.
Supply chain pressures threaten Australia's AI data centres
Delays in transformers, cooling gear and servers could slow Australia's data centre boom as AI demand strains global supplier networks.
Waterco launches new B2B ordering platform on BigCommerce
Trade customers can now order 45,000 pool and water products online as Waterco replaces phone and email purchasing with self-service tools.
Novo Nordisk eyes faster drug approvals with Celonis
Better process visibility could help the Danish drugmaker shave 12 months or more off development, bringing medicines to patients sooner.
Entrovy launches kinetic8 for enterprise cyber visibility
Enterprise security teams can now move from fragmented asset views to explainable risk scoring, as the platform reaches general availability.
Vicarius finds 79% hit by known vulnerability incidents
Security teams are leaving known flaws exposed, with most responses still ending in tickets or handoffs rather than confirmed fixes.
Saicon acquires Pragmatyc to boost AIoT capabilities
The deal gives Saicon more specialist talent as enterprises race to link AI projects with cloud, data and physical operations.
FPT study finds firms struggle to scale AI beyond pilots
Only 26% of organisations call their AI operations advanced, as integration headaches and data silos keep many projects stuck in pilots.
Robbyant open-sources robot model for multiple types
The model could cut retraining costs for factories and warehouses by controlling different robot types with one system, Robbyant said.
Google Cloud says firms need AI infrastructure upgrades
Most organisations must upgrade their systems to run agentic AI in production, as cloud costs, governance and energy use climb.
Incorta launches Intelligence platform for business users
Business teams can now act on live enterprise data without spreadsheets, as the platform ties AI analysis, applications and workflows together.
LG sets up robotics centre under CEO Lyu Jae-cheol
The new unit gives robotics a direct line to Chief Executive Officer Lyu Jae-cheol as LG tries to speed up product development.
Oracle adds AI tools to Fusion supply chain software
The new functions could help supply chain teams cut stockouts, reduce supplier risk and speed factory decisions amid ongoing disruption.
Nexis urges mid-year identity governance budget review
Manual access reviews and audit gaps are adding hidden costs as firms hit mid-year and rethink identity governance budgets.
Asia-Pacific manufacturers face cyber physical damage gap
Uninsured losses could hit production lines and supply chains as cyber-attacks increasingly target industrial systems across Asia-Pacific.