The thrum of machines is being replaced by the hum of data. A leading Indian manufacturing enterprise undertook a bold digital transformation journey to modernize its production ecosystem and future-proof its operations. The company faced challenges typical of large-scale industrial setups—frequent equipment breakdowns, inefficiencies in maintenance scheduling, and delays in part replacement. To overcome these hurdles, they adopted a smart manufacturing framework centred on connectivity, automation, and data intelligence.
The transformation began with the deployment of IoT sensors across critical machinery, enabling real-time data capture on performance indicators like temperature, vibration, and load. This data was then analysed through AI-powered predictive maintenance tools, allowing the team to anticipate equipment failures before they occurred. In parallel, the company leveraged 3D printing to produce customized replacement parts on demand, significantly reducing repair time. Robotic automation was introduced for repetitive and hazardous tasks, improving safety and consistency on the shop floor.
The result was a highly responsive and connected factory floor that saw a 25–30% reduction in unplanned downtime, improved operational efficiency, and better resource utilization. Centralized data dashboards empowered managers with live performance metrics, enabling faster, insight-driven decision-making. This case stands as a powerful example of how traditional manufacturing can evolve into a digitally enabled, intelligent production environment.
With examples like this setting the pace for a major transformation, the Manufacturing IT Summit serves as the ideal platform for technology leaders to exchange insights, explore emerging solutions, and shape the future of India’s manufacturing landscape.
Overview of the Event:
The 29th Edition of the Manufacturing IT Summit is an exclusive, by-invite-only, in-person gathering curated specifically for technology leaders from India’s top manufacturing enterprises, institutions, and government bodies.
Widely recognized as the country’s premier networking conference for industrial tech leaders, the summit unites the most influential CIOs, CTOs, and IT decision-makers to tackle the manufacturing sector’s most urgent technological challenges. This platform is designed for strategic collaboration, high-value networking, and innovative idea exchange.
Over 120+ senior IT leaders will come together to explore the impact of cutting-edge innovations—from Big Data and Robotics to Sustainable Development, Additive Manufacturing, and AI-driven automation —on modernizing production, distribution, and supply chains across India.
Featured Discussions Include:
- Smart Factories & Industry 4.0 Adoption
- Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning in Manufacturing
- Robotics, Automation & Digital Twins
- Big Data & Predictive Analytics
- Additive Manufacturing & 3D Printing
Speakers to look out for:
1. Chitti Babu, Group Chief Information Officer, Aurobindo Pharma.
2. Shobhana Lele, Chief Information Officer, The Bombay Dyeing and Manufacturing Company.
3. Udit Pahwa, Chief Information Officer, Blue Star Limited.
4. Poorav Sheth, Chief Digital & Information Officer, Hindalco Industries Limited.
5. Partha Protim Mondal, Chief Information Officer, Berger Paints India.
As India’s manufacturing sector accelerates toward a smarter, data-first future, real-world success stories like this underscore the transformative power of technology. The 29th Edition of the Manufacturing IT Summit stands as a vital touchpoint for industry leaders to explore, exchange, and embrace these innovations. With collaboration at its core, the summit is not just an event—it’s a catalyst for the next chapter of industrial progress.
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