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Business Standard
16 hours ago
- Business
- Business Standard
Addverb reinvents its factory automation development with Siemens Xcelerator
PRNewswire Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], August 19: Siemens Digital Industries Software announced today that Addverb Technologies ("Addverb"), a leading Indian company providing robotics and innovative warehouse automation solutions, is using software from the Siemens Xcelerator portfolio to deliver intelligent automation solutions faster and more efficiently while maintaining high product quality and scale its automation offerings across diverse industries globally. * Indian robotics and warehouse automation specialist turns operational pain points into process strengths to deliver smarter, faster, and more reliable services with Teamcenter, Tecnomatix and Mendix Addverb has adopted Siemens' Teamcenter® software for Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) to streamline product development, ensure data consistency, and enhance cross-functional collaboration across engineering and manufacturing teams. Additionally, Tecnomatix® Plant Simulation software from Siemens enables Addverb to virtually design, validate, and optimize entire production systems and logistics processes before building any physical hardware. Leveraging its domain expertise and Siemens' simulation capabilities, Addverb has developed digital twins for nearly all its applications and offerings. These virtual models, including third-party components, allow Addverb to build, visualize, validate and optimize entire warehouse systems even before they get manufactured. Complementing this, Addverb is rapidly deploying custom applications to support both internal operations and customer-facing functions using the Mendix™ low-code platform from Siemens. "Since implementing Siemens' software, we've experienced a transformational shift in how we manage our after sales operations. Siemens Xcelerator has enabled us to build a centralized, user-friendly solution that streamlines facilities and equipment management while also introducing structured workflows for issue tracking and resolution," said Sangeet Kumar, CEO, Addverb Technologies. "Proactive maintenance has now become a reality, and we can identify and resolve potential issues before they escalate, significantly reducing equipment failures and downtime, improved service reliability and optimized operational costs for our customers. We've turned operational pain points into process strengths, helping us deliver smarter, faster, and more reliable services." "Our work with Addverb showcases the power and scalability of Siemens Xcelerator in real-world, high-growth manufacturing and warehousing environments," said Mathew Thomas, vice president and managing director for India, Siemens Digital Industries Software. "With the combination of Teamcenter and Mendix, Addverb is driving faster innovation cycles and seamless collaboration. It is critical in helping Addverb to build digitally enabled smart factories that ultimately benefit its customers across industries who seek more agile, intelligent and future-ready automation." To learn more about how the Siemens Xcelerator portfolio is helping leaders, pioneers and innovators of all sizes to digital transform their business operations, visit Contact for journalists Siemens Digital Industries Software PR Team Email: Siemens Digital Industries Software helps organizations of all sizes digitally transform using software, hardware and services from the Siemens Xcelerator business platform. Siemens' software and the comprehensive digital twin enable companies to optimize their design, engineering and manufacturing processes to turn today's ideas into the sustainable products of the future. From chips to entire systems, from product to process, across all industries. Siemens Digital Industries Software - Accelerating transformation. Note: A list of relevant Siemens trademarks can be found here. Other trademarks belong to their respective owners. Photo:
Time of India
2 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Opportunities, challenges in the path of deep-tech startups
The promise of 'deep-tech' startups for the growth of both the high-tech sector and the economy has been recognised. Building on IP generated from research over years, such startups come with a strong innovative moat that helps ringfence competitive advantage and scale growth internationally. This is reinforced by the success of startups such as Grey Orange, Addverb, Cynlr, Ather, Mindgrove, and Agnikul closer home to IIT-M. Startups from my own group including Planys, Solinas, Xyma, Plenome have held out this promise, delivering new solutions where none existed or disrupting existing markets in phygital infra asset maintenance. However deep-tech startup founders face significant challenges at nascent and growth stages. At the growth stage, the key challenge is underestimating time required for product development as opposed to proof of concept (POC). Most R&D funds today tend to be allocated to demonstrating POC. However, turning a POC into a field-deployable product takes testing, validation and redesign based on end-user feedback and it takes a couple of years. Hurdles include non-availability of resources for standardization, reliability estimation, and ergonomic considerations. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Could This NEW Collagen Blend Finally Reduce Your Cellulite? Vitauthority Learn More Undo The role of pre-incubators, incubators and venture studio-like settings, especially those within or connected to universities, becomes important. They provide founders the space and resources to build deep science-based solutions, and they can support them through product creation, providing grants and dedicated mentoring, as well as access to end-users and industry partners. Every new segment entry would require a similar process, and this hampers product development, as the Indian market tends to be customisation-heavy. Founders face a dilemma as spend on product development may not immediately translate into business and revenues. Govt policy becomes crucial here. More grants dedicated to scale-up and translational research as well as industry incentives can help startup founders. You Can Also Check: Chennai AQI | Weather in Chennai | Bank Holidays in Chennai | Public Holidays in Chennai | Gold Rates Today in Chennai | Silver Rates Today in Chennai There is a need for facilities for accelerated product testing for startups to develop reliability metrics such as mean time between failures (MTBF). There is also a need for agencies dedicated to certification and standardization; creation of a resource base to understand standards and certifications relevant to an industry segment. There could be programmes where targeted end-users are brought in to provide pilots to promising deep tech start-ups, post the success of which they could get full-fledged orders. At the scale-up stage, founders have to encounter a 'wall of resistance' in the form of a trust-deficit for new solutions, products or processes in the face of well-entrenched existing approaches. Many of these issues are relevant to Tamil Nadu, home to industry majors, MNC back-offices and GCCs. While emphasis is given to the north, thanks to Chennai, there is much interest for startups to connect with industries and users in Trichy, Madurai, and Coimbatore. Access to govt schemes, resources, and funding has improved under initiatives such as Startup TN, but this needs more systemic attention. The state is ideally poised for supporting startups with 'go to market', industry, pilot, and scale-up initiatives. With Tamil Nadu industrial development corporation (TIDCO) and Tamil Nadu infrastructure fund management corporation (TNIFMC), the state can do much to support deep tech startups through specific interventions in impact funding. Creation of state level facilities for product testing and standardisation would be a big boon for startups. More creation of agencies to collate information about certification and enabling rapid processing of applications for them would also be helpful. Tamil Nadu hosts several companies manufacturing everything from automobiles to electronics. Specific targeted initiatives, exposing them to deep tech start-ups from the state could be a win-win strategy. The writer is head, school of innovation & entrepreneurship, IIT Madras Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area.
Entrepreneur
15-07-2025
- Business
- Entrepreneur
World Youth Skills Day 2025: Spotlight on India's AI Talent Crisis
As businesses evolve with robots, artificial intelligence and intelligent automation, the very nature of work is undergoing a paradigm shift. Nearly 40 % of workers' core skills are expected to change by 2030, says Satish Shukla, Co‑founder, Addverb Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. You're reading Entrepreneur India, an international franchise of Entrepreneur Media. With the launch of ChatGPT in 2022, Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) has rapidly reshaped corporate culture. Today, not only tech firms but almost every start‑up looks for employees who are proficient in AI‑related skills. This year's 10th anniversary of World Youth Skills Day (WYSD), themed "Empowering Youth through AI and Digital Skills," could not be more appropriate. Mercer‑Mettl's India Graduate Skill Index 2025 reveals that only 42.6 percent of Indian graduates are considered employable, down from 44.3 percent in 2023. "As businesses evolve with robots, artificial intelligence and intelligent automation, the very nature of work is undergoing a paradigm shift. Nearly 40 per cent of workers' core skills are expected to change by 2030," said Satish Shukla, Co‑founder, Addverb So, what skills will be in demand? According to the World Economic Forum's Future of Jobs 2025 report, the sharpest net rise in demand between 2025 and 2030 will be for AI and big data skills (+87 percentage points), followed by networks and cybersecurity (+70 pp), technological literacy (+68 pp), and creative thinking (+66 pp). However, as of now, the skill shortfall is acute in the cybersecurity industry at the larger scale. Fortinet's 2024 Global Cybersecurity Skills Gap Report finds that 92 per cent of Indian organisations suffered breaches last year, attributing many incidents to a shortage of skilled talent. Globally, nearly 4.8 million cybersecurity roles remained unfilled in 2023–24. "It reminds us of the urgent need to equip young people for an evolving economy. With cyber‑threats growing more sophisticated, there is a critical shortage of professionals to safeguard our digital infrastructure," stressed Sunil Sharma, Vice‑President, Sales (India & SAARC), Sophos Inclusion and public‑private collaboration UNESCO warns that women and marginalised groups remain significantly under‑represented in AI‑related fields. Bensely Zachariah, Global Head of HR at Fulcrum Digital, notes that despite more than 40 per cent of India's population being under 25, many young Indians, especially from Tier‑2 and Tier‑3 cities and marginalised communities are still underserved and under‑prepared for the digital economy. He advocates stronger public–private collaboration to fill this gap. "Integrating AI into school curricula, funding AI labs in rural institutions, and scaling initiatives such as AI Olympiads, boot camps, hackathons and digital apprenticeships will ensure every young person can thrive in a tech‑driven world." Also, the World Economic Forum estimates that 63 per cent of India's workforce over 70 million people will require upskilling or reskilling by 2030. So, how can we empower youth? "We can open the doors, but young people must walk in with eagerness, hunger and excitement to learn. The real skill is a mindset geared toward experimentation and upgrading from foundational principles to business applications," said Noopur Julka, Senior Director, UST "What gives me optimism is the breadth of support from government programmes like Skill India, PMKVY 4.0 and NPAI to on‑the‑ground efforts such as Skill Olympics and AI bootcamps actively bringing AI learning to youth across urban and rural India," added Shantanu Rooj, Founder and CEO, TeamLease Edtech. But Juveri Mukherjee, Global Head of HR, Aurionpro Solutions believes, "Empowering youth is a collective responsibility across industry, academia and government. This can help us unlock pathways to employment, entrepreneurship and innovation," concluded Juveri Mukherjee, Global Head of HR, Aurionpro Solutions.
Yahoo
27-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Addverb partners with Infineon Technologies AG to deploy BLE safety in robotic fleet
IRVINE, Calif., May 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Addverb, a global leader in industrial robotics and warehouse automation, announced its partnership with Infineon Technologies AG, a global leader in power systems and IoT. This strategic partnership incorporates Bluetooth® Low Energy (BLE)-based communication systems into Addverb's robotic fleet to address critical safety concerns. It demonstrates Addverb's commitment to enhancing safety protocols and developing scalable robotics capabilities, fostering an adaptable ecosystem that meets global standards. Addverb has implemented the upgraded solution across Zippy 10 robots in active warehouse environments. These solutions enable safety protocols beyond standard Wi-Fi infrastructure, with a BLE-powered emergency stop system that deactivates robots in sensitive situations within seconds to prevent pitfalls. The deployment also includes a remote power cut-off feature, enabling centralized power management for large robotic fleets without manual intervention. Sangeet Kumar, Co-founder and CEO of Addverb, said, "Our collaboration with Infineon Technologies marks a pivotal step in Addverb's pursuit of delivering intelligent, connected automation for the global supply chain. The reliability of BLE overcomes critical constraints we have observed with Wi-Fi in warehouses-especially in safety scenarios where every millisecond matters. This collaboration allows us to co-create innovations that set new standards for safety and performance in connected automation. We are confident that these innovations will qualify us to build a robust foundation of a reliable and safe automative solutions for our partners." Shantanu Bhalerao, Vice President, Wireless Product Line at Infineon Technologies, added, "We are pleased to collaborate with Addverb in advancing safety and connectivity in industrial robotics. This partnership not only enables the integration of our advanced Bluetooth low-energy technology into real-world automation scenarios but also reinforces our commitment to delivering robust, industrial-grade connectivity solutions. Through close cooperation with Addverb's engineering team, we are able to align our product development—such as the upcoming AIROC™ CYW20829 Bluetooth LE MCU module—with the evolving demands of large-scale robotic applications." Watch the full video here: Founded in 2016, Addverb offers AI-enabled fixed and flexible automation solutions, helping clients achieve new levels of efficiency, reliability, and revenue. Our AI-driven solutions and software are tailored for the global E-Commerce, Warehouse Distribution, and Manufacturing industries. Addverb maintains multiple offices and client locations in North America, with headquarters in Irvine, California, and satellite offices across the United States. For more information, visit Photo: View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Addverb Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Cision Canada
27-05-2025
- Business
- Cision Canada
Addverb partners with Infineon Technologies AG to deploy BLE safety in robotic fleet
IRVINE, Calif., May 27, 2025 /CNW/ -- Addverb, a global leader in industrial robotics and warehouse automation, announced its partnership with Infineon Technologies AG, a global leader in power systems and IoT. This strategic partnership incorporates Bluetooth® Low Energy (BLE)-based communication systems into Addverb's robotic fleet to address critical safety concerns. It demonstrates Addverb's commitment to enhancing safety protocols and developing scalable robotics capabilities, fostering an adaptable ecosystem that meets global standards. Addverb has implemented the upgraded solution across Zippy 10 robots in active warehouse environments. These solutions enable safety protocols beyond standard Wi-Fi infrastructure, with a BLE-powered emergency stop system that deactivates robots in sensitive situations within seconds to prevent pitfalls. The deployment also includes a remote power cut-off feature, enabling centralized power management for large robotic fleets without manual intervention. Sangeet Kumar, Co-founder and CEO of Addverb, said, "Our collaboration with Infineon Technologies marks a pivotal step in Addverb's pursuit of delivering intelligent, connected automation for the global supply chain. The reliability of BLE overcomes critical constraints we have observed with Wi-Fi in warehouses-especially in safety scenarios where every millisecond matters. This collaboration allows us to co-create innovations that set new standards for safety and performance in connected automation. We are confident that these innovations will qualify us to build a robust foundation of a reliable and safe automative solutions for our partners." Shantanu Bhalerao, Vice President, Wireless Product Line at Infineon Technologies, added, "We are pleased to collaborate with Addverb in advancing safety and connectivity in industrial robotics. This partnership not only enables the integration of our advanced Bluetooth low-energy technology into real-world automation scenarios but also reinforces our commitment to delivering robust, industrial-grade connectivity solutions. Through close cooperation with Addverb's engineering team, we are able to align our product development—such as the upcoming AIROC™ CYW20829 Bluetooth LE MCU module—with the evolving demands of large-scale robotic applications." Founded in 2016, Addverb offers AI-enabled fixed and flexible automation solutions, helping clients achieve new levels of efficiency, reliability, and revenue. Our AI-driven solutions and software are tailored for the global E-Commerce, Warehouse Distribution, and Manufacturing industries. Addverb maintains multiple offices and client locations in North America, with headquarters in Irvine, California, and satellite offices across the United States. For more information, visit
