ET NOW Future Factories Summit
Innovate | Integrate | Transform
- 15th March 2024
- The Roseate, New Delhi
ET NOW Future Factories Summit
Overview
In the wake of the digital revolution, traditional manufacturing processes are becoming a transformative force globally, reshaping and unlocking unprecedented efficiency, productivity, and innovation.
India, with its burgeoning manufacturing sector, stands at the threshold of a huge shift that holds the potential to redefine its industrial landscape. As one of the world’s largest manufacturing hubs, India recognizes the imperative of embracing technologies to enhance competitiveness, drive innovation, and propel economic growth. The digital transformation into manufacturing processes can potentially catapult India into a new era of efficiency, quality, and global leadership.
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Digital Marketing Strategies
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Fintech Integration
SMBs are integrating financial technology solutions into their operations, including digital payment systems, online banking, and fintech apps for managing finances and payments.
Cloud Computing
Plays a pivotal role for SMB’s. With the help of Google Cloud computing: Cloud services continue to be essential to SMB technology. SMBs may save IT expenses and increase flexibility with the help of services like AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud, which provide scalable infrastructure, storage, and software as a service.
Sustainability Initiatives
Many SMBs are adopting eco-friendly practices and technologies to reduce their environmental footprint. This includes using energy-efficient IT equipment and promoting sustainable business operations.
About ET NOW Future Factories Summit
The ET NOW Future Factories Summit aims to bring together industry experts, manufacturers, and enterprises actively shaping the path towards Smart Manufacturing in India. Aligned with the Government of India’s ambitious target to increase manufacturing output contribution to 25% of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) by 2025 (currently at 16%), the summit serves as a platform for collaboration.
By fostering joint efforts from the government, industry, and academia, India can address challenges, seize opportunities, and lay the foundation for a manufacturing renaissance in sync with the digital age. The evolution towards smart factories goes beyond technological progress; it involves reshaping the future of Indian manufacturing and enhancing its role in the global economy.
Key topics to be covered
Crafting Tomorrow: India as a Global Manufacturing Hub
How AI & ML serve as cornerstone of Smart Factories?
Unveiling the Potential of Digital Twin in Manufacturing
Revolutionizing Logistics: Next Generation Digital Supply Shain
SMB strategy and migration
Digital AI - Digital innovation in the countries
Sustainable Cloud for Business
Key topics to be covered
Why Attend?
- Understand what digital technology adoption in manufacturing enterprise means.
- Listen to the global trends and some sector specific trends on digital technology adoption.
- Dialogue with businesses, academia, and government to understand their views on smart manufacturing.
- Understand the role of ecosystem in digital technology adoption.
- Curate your own journey and find yourself being sure on where to start.
Who Should Attend?
Who should attend?
Industry Focus
Automobile
Textile
Aerospace & Defense
Heavy Engineering, Machinery & Metals
FMCG & Food processing
Electronics & White Goods
Pharmaceuticals
Chemical & Paint
Industrial Packaging
Automobile
Aerospace & Defense
Heavy Engineering, Machinery & Metals
FMCG & Food processing
Electronics & White Goods
Pharmaceuticals
Chemical & Paint
Textile
Industrial Packaging
Speakers
Head of Procurement - Services (Logistics , Contract Mfg, Media) & Indirect Materials
Nestlé
Advocate, Supreme Court of India, Chairman
International Commission on Cyber Security Law
Agenda
03:00 - 04.00 |
Registration | Networking | Experience Zone | Group Chat |
04.00 - 04:10 |
Opening Remarks and Welcome Address |
04:10 - 04:25 |
Keynote Address: Crafting Tomorrow: India as a Global Manufacturing Hub |
04:25 - 04:40 |
Standalone Address: The Vande Bharat Express - Incorporating Manufacturing Excellence! This keynote will give a glimpse behind the flagship project of the Indian government's "Make in India" initiative, aiming to showcase the country's manufacturing capabilities and technological advancements in the railway sector. The visionary will emphasize on the high and lows in making this project a success setting a benchmark for future indigenous manufacturing projects in the country. Speaker:
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04:40 - 05:25 |
Panel Discussion: What’s Next for Industry 4.0? Points to be discussed:
Speakers:
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05:25 - 05:40 |
Focused Session |
05:40 - 06:00 |
Networking Tea Break |
06:00 - 06:20 |
Fireside Chat: How AI & ML serve as cornerstone for Industry 4.0? Points to be discussed:
Speakers:
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06:20 - 06:35 |
Focused Session |
06:35 - 07:00 |
Fireside Chat: Securing Manufacturing from Firewall to Factory Floors Points to be discussed:
Speakers:
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07:00 - 07:45 |
Panel Discussion: Revolutionizing Logistics: Next Generation Digital Supply Chain Points to be discussed:
Speakers:
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07:55 - 09:00 |
Closing remarks & Cocktail Dinner |
Disclaimer: The agenda displayed on this page is subject to change without prior notice. Please check back regularly for updates.
03:00 - 04.00 |
Registration | Networking | Experience Zone | Group Chat |
04.00 - 04:05 |
Opening Remarks and Welcome Address |
04:05 – 04:25 |
Standalone Address: The Vande Bharat Express - Incorporating Manufacturing Excellence! |
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This keynote will give a glimpse behind the flagship project of the Indian government's "Make in India" initiative, aiming to showcase the country's manufacturing capabilities and technological advancements in the railway sector. The visionary will emphasize on the high and lows in making this project a success setting a benchmark for future indigenous manufacturing projects in the country. Speaker:
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04:25 – 04:35 |
Special Address: Scaling and Powering Smart Factories in the Age of AI |
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Speaker:
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04:35 – 04:50 |
Standalone Address: Connecting the Value Chain |
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Focused Session by Vinay Bhat, RVP, Manufacturing Leader, Salesforce India |
04:50 - 05:40 |
Panel Discussion: What’s Next for Industry 4.0? |
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The panel will provide valuable insights into the future trajectory of Industry 4.0, offering a forward-looking perspective on the technological, economic, and societal implications of this ongoing industrial revolution. Gain insights into the rapid advancements, challenges, and opportunities within the technology. Discuss how this innovative approach is reshaping traditional manufacturing processes, fostering creativity, and contributing to the growth of the industry.
Moderator:
Speakers:
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05:40 – 06:00 |
Networking Tea Break |
06:00 – 06:40 |
Panel Discussion: How AI & ML serve as cornerstone for Industry 4.0? |
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Join our expert panel as they unravel the pivotal role played by Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) in shaping the landscape of Industry 4.0. Explore how these cutting- edge technologies serve as the foundational pillars, driving innovation, efficiency, and smart decision-making. Gain valuable insights into the synergies between AI & ML and understand how organizations can harness their power for sustainable growth and competitive advantage.
Moderator:
Speakers:
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06:40 – 06:55 |
Standalone Address: Current and Future Technology Impact in Manufacturing |
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Focused Session by Shobhit Jain, Technical Manager, CommScope |
06:55 – 07:20 |
Fireside Chat: Securing Manufacturing from Firewall to Factory Floors |
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The need for robust cybersecurity measures is paramount due to the increased integration of digital technologies & interconnected systems. Explore the multifaceted reasons why cybersecurity is no longer a choice but a necessity for future factories. The discussion can provide valuable insights into the complex landscape of cybersecurity in manufacturing and the need for comprehensive measures to secure both digital systems and physical processes.
Moderator:
Speakers:
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07:20 – 07:55 |
Panel Discussion: Revolutionizing Logistics: Next Generation Digital Supply Chain |
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The supply chain has become more efficient and flexible due to the integration of new technologies. Ensuring the smooth functioning of machinery, minimizing downtime, maximizing efficiency and smart warehousing are essential to the success of any production facility. From predictive analytics to the integration of different technologies are reshaping the way we approach logistics & supply chain management in a new era of efficiency and productivity.
Moderator:
Speakers:
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07:55 - 09:00 |
Closing remarks & Dinner |
Disclaimer: The agenda displayed on this page is subject to change without prior notice. Please check back regularly for updates.
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