A New Era Dawns
North India stands at the precipice of a technological renaissance. A region steeped in history and tradition is rapidly transforming into a dynamic hub of innovation and digital enterprise. Its states, from the agrarian heartland of Punjab to the industrial powerhouse of Uttar Pradesh, are collectively scripting a new narrative of growth, propelled by technology.
Highlights of the Conference
Future Proofing IT
Learn how to use the latest technologies to future proof your IT infrastructure
Best Practice in Choosing Emerging Technologies
(Gen AI, AIOpS, SASE, RPA) and making them work
Lessons from the Trenches
CIOs share their experience on their most challenging projects, and the key lessons learnt
Reinventing business models using technology
Learn from real-world use cases on how emerging technologies can be used to transform your business
Enterprise Security
How to make security an enabler of speed and growth
Hybrid workplaces
how to use technology to your advantage and build collaborative hybrid workplaces
Making AI
work to your advantage
Automation
From chatbots to RPAs: How to choose the key processes that you must automate today
Planning for disasters
Best practices to follow when your systems crash. Learn how to leverage technologies such as DRaaS, Continuous Data Protection and cloud-based backups to improve resilience
Who will attend
Why Participate
Speakers
Global CIO, Dabur India
Group CISO, Jubilant Bhartia Group
CISO & Data Protection Officer, JK Lakshmi Cement
CIO & CDO, JWIL Infra Ltd
Head - IT, JCB India
CIO , EaseMytrip
Director - Cybersecurity SME (APAC Lead), Mastercard
Group CTO, Caparo Engineering India Ltd
VP-Strategy, AI & CX, Hero Enterprise
Global Head-Digital Transformation, Evalueserve
CIO, McDonald's India – North and East
Group CTO & CISO, Dhanuka Agritech Ltd
Divisional Head of Cloud & IT Infrastructure, Apollo Tyres
Chief Transformation Officer & Head (SAP & IT) - Corporate, India Glycols
Head IT & Security, SBL
CIO & Head IT, Hero Steels
CIO, Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India Pvt Ltd
Group CIO, Marengo Asia Healthcare
Chief IT Security Officer and VP, Max Life Insurance Co. Ltd.
CISO & Data Protection Officer, Max Healthcare
Head of IT Strategy & PMO, Uno Minda
Director, Global Head - CyberDefence, Application Security and Identity, TMF Group
CIO (Speciality Chemicals), SRF Limited
Regional Director IT, Perfetti VanMelle -South Asia, Middle East Africa & LATAM
Director Sales, OpenText
Vice President, Technology Cloud, Oracle India
Global Head of Technical support, Manage Engine
Head of Information Security, Lenskart
Senior Director – Cloud Architect, ODP Tech Cloud India, Oracle
Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities in North India are increasingly modernizing and developing in various ways. These cities are today known for their rapid urbanization and industrialization, as well as their growing consumer markets.
Cities like Jaipur, Lucknow, and Chandigarh are witnessing significant growth in the real estate sector, with the development of new housing projects, commercial complexes, and shopping malls. This surge in construction is not only changing the skyline of these cities but also creating new opportunities for employment and investment.
These cities are attracting large investments in various industries. Chandigarh is emerging as a hub for IT and BPO companies. Ludhiana is known for its strong manufacturing base in textiles and auto parts. Agra is renowned for its leather goods industry.
Technology's Role in Key Sectors
Technology can play a critical role in revolutionizing the manufacturing sector through predictive maintenance, real-time monitoring, and data analytics. These innovations can help streamline production processes, reduce equipment downtime, optimize inventory management, and improve supply chain operations.
The agricultural sector, a cornerstone of North India's economy, is ripe for technological disruption. Potential areas of innovation include precision farming techniques, IoT-enabled crop monitoring, AI-driven yield prediction, and blockchain for supply chain transparency.
The auto ancillary industry can benefit from technology in multiple ways. Virtual prototyping can improve product design, while 3D printing enables rapid prototyping and small-batch production. Automation and robotics enhance efficiency, and blockchain technologies ensure secure and transparent supply chain operations.
Various state governments in North India are launching initiatives to support technological innovation. These include startup policies offering tax benefits and easier regulations, digital literacy programs, and smart city projects.
North India's startup ecosystem is flourishing, with cities like Noida, Gurgaon, and Jaipur emerging as startup hubs. These cities are witnessing a surge in incubators and accelerators, co-working spaces, and venture capital firms.
This region, with its burgeoning cities and entrepreneurial spirit, is ripe for disruption and reinvention. The confluence of traditional industries and emerging technologies presents an unparalleled opportunity to create sustainable, scalable, and impactful solutions.
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