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
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.
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.
Analyst Insights
Research and market analysis connected to Manufacturing
CFOs can win by deploying AI strategically, Gartner says
AI adoption surges among machine builders, survey finds
Aveva unveils AI & data updates across industrial suite
AVEVA named Verdantix leader in asset performance management
Rockwell's Plex named major player in six IDC reports
Featured News
Exclusive: Google sees success with niche AI playbooks
Enterprises are under pressure to prove AI returns as Google pushes reusable, sector-specific playbooks into production across 19 industries.
Affirmo: Could AI make a reality of IoT dreams?
AI could help unlock the long-promised value of IoT, as Singapore-based Affirmo pushes real-time tracking into manufacturing and logistics.
Rockwell Automation brings SecureOT to industrial systems
Australian operators face rising cyber risk as Rockwell warns poor visibility and unmanaged remote access can disrupt safety-critical systems.
Expert Columns
Interviews
Interviews and video coverage from the networkRecent Manufacturing News
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.