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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

Analyst Insights

Research and market analysis connected to Manufacturing

Expert Columns

Interviews

Interviews and video coverage from the network

Recent Manufacturing News

Anthropic names Irina Ghose to lead India expansion
Job moves

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.

Mon, 19th Jan 2026

NetApp appoints Premalakshmi Ramakrishnan to lead India
Job moves

NetApp appoints Premalakshmi Ramakrishnan to lead India

NetApp names Premalakshmi Ramakrishnan to head India and SAARC, targeting accelerating demand for AI-ready data infrastructure.

Tue, 6th Jan 2026

Coupa launches spend index with MIT Data Science Lab
IT Industry

Coupa launches spend index with MIT Data Science Lab

Actual procurement data now points to a broad April slowdown, with all five tracked sectors posting month-on-month spend declines.

Today

Industrial consortium unveils nuclear scenarios whitepaper
Supply Chain

Industrial consortium unveils nuclear scenarios whitepaper

Advanced nuclear could help heavy industry cut emissions, as a new whitepaper maps demand for steady heat and power at remote sites.

Today

Propel sees MCP & AI governance as 2026 manufacturing trends
Digital Transformation

Propel sees MCP & AI governance as 2026 manufacturing trends

Growing pressure to prove AI decisions is pushing manufacturers towards tighter governance, connected data and MCP-based integration by 2026.

Today

Alation launches central governance for semantic models
Data Analytics

Alation launches central governance for semantic models

The new feature is meant to curb conflicting AI and analytics outputs by keeping business terms and metrics in one governed layer across platforms.

Today

Siemens launches Intelligence Centre X for industrial AI
Digital Transformation

Siemens launches Intelligence Centre X for industrial AI

The new software aims to move industrial AI beyond pilots by tying together data, workflows and governance for faster operational decisions.

Today

TeamViewer adds Microsoft AI video boost to Assist AR
Productivity

TeamViewer adds Microsoft AI video boost to Assist AR

Remote technicians in patchy network areas should see clearer feeds as Microsoft's video sharpening tool cuts downtime and site visits.

Yesterday

Sanofi taps Snowflake for AI drug development push
Data Analytics

Sanofi taps Snowflake for AI drug development push

Field sales teams will get AI-generated call plans in seconds as Sanofi expands Snowflake use across research, procurement and operations.

Yesterday

Intel unveils Xeon 6+ & widens AI push at Computex
Robotics

Intel unveils Xeon 6+ & widens AI push at Computex

Rising AI inference demand is reshaping server and device design, prompting Intel to push new processors, edge systems and rackscale infrastructure.

2 days ago

Tata Technologies wins SAP Sell authorisation in US, India
Digital Transformation

Tata Technologies wins SAP Sell authorisation in US, India

The move gives Tata Technologies a bigger role in SAP roll-outs, letting it sell software and lead projects for manufacturers in two key markets.

2 days ago

Dragos acquires Phosphorus to widen OT security reach
Mergers and Acquisitions

Dragos acquires Phosphorus to widen OT security reach

Customers gain broader visibility over unmanaged devices as Dragos adds Phosphorus software to its OT security platform.

4 days ago

Dragos acquires Phosphorus to widen OT security reach
Network Infrastructure

Dragos acquires Phosphorus to widen OT security reach

Critical infrastructure operators could gain broader visibility as Dragos adds Phosphorus tools for managing exposed connected devices across OT networks.

4 days ago

Zero Networks OT customer base rises 80% amid demand
IT Department

Zero Networks OT customer base rises 80% amid demand

Industrial operators are turning to tighter network controls to curb cyberattacks, with OT now featuring in 26% of Zero Networks deals.

4 days ago

EY and Microsoft launch US$1bn global AI program worldwide
Taxation

EY and Microsoft launch US$1bn global AI program worldwide

The five-year plan aims to move clients beyond pilot projects and into enterprise-wide AI use, targeting measurable returns across core functions.

Last week

TCS teams up with Mistral for enterprise AI models
Productivity

TCS teams up with Mistral for enterprise AI models

Regulated industries will get custom models with tighter data control as TCS opens Mistral Forge access to enterprise clients worldwide.

Last week

ADLINK unveils edge AI systems for robots & industry
Robotics

ADLINK unveils edge AI systems for robots & industry

Industrial users can now tap local AI for robots, vehicles and factory control as ADLINK expands its edge systems at COMPUTEX 2026.

Last week

EY, Microsoft launch AI push with USD $1 billion plan
Productivity

EY, Microsoft launch AI push with USD $1 billion plan

Organisations will get a single team to deploy AI across core functions, as EY and Microsoft commit more than USD $1 billion over five years.

Last week

Altimetrik wins three ISG life sciences digital nods
Productivity

Altimetrik wins three ISG life sciences digital nods

The rankings bolster Altimetrik's push to win larger contracts from drugmakers as life sciences firms seek AI that improves regulated operations.

Last month

Persistent wins 2026 Google Cloud supply chain award
Digital Transformation

Persistent wins 2026 Google Cloud supply chain award

Manufacturers and retailers could get clearer inventory and logistics visibility as Persistent's Google Cloud work wins a 2026 partner award.

Last month

Job Moves