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The Hindu
4 days ago
- Business
- The Hindu
India lags behind rest of the world in AI adoption; only 15% of SMEs use AI: BCIC
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is underutilised in the SME and MSME manufacturing sectors in India and should be perceived as a transformative opportunity rather than a disruptive challenge, opined industry experts who spoke at a summit here on Wednesday. While speaking at the summit on 'Transforming industries with AI to achieve unmatched productivity and efficiency,' industry players also underlined the importance for enterprises to harness the potential of AI to optimise processes, improve decision-making, and scale sustainably in an increasingly digital economy. Chandrashekar Bharathi, Managing Director, AceMicromatic MIT said, 'AI is rapidly changing and should be a DNA approach for any manufacturing company as it re-purposes people to do more challenging jobs, empowering them to unlock new possibilities.'' From manufacturing floors to leadership decisions, AI-driven platforms must be used to harmonise data, enhance contextual awareness, and predict challenges before they arise, he suggested adding, 'As we step into Industry 5.0, it's not just about automation but intelligent collaboration between human ingenuity and digital precision.' Kenji Anzari, Head – CNC Systems, Mitsubishi Electric India said, 'AI is the foundation for the future of manufacturing. Human-machine collaboration is key, empowering devices to understand and respond intelligently to user commands while bridging information gaps.'' AI in manufacturing went beyond automation; it fuelled intelligent automation, enabled smart factories to be more efficient, adaptive, and sustainable, Mr. Anzari said. He further said, addressing challenges such as workforce development, productivity enhancement, and global competitiveness required AI-led solutions, from skill gap reduction and predictive maintenance to smart supply chain innovation. 'AI is not just an upgrade, it is the key to building a smarter, safer, and more resilient industry, positioning manufacturers at the forefront of global transformation.' Setting the context, G Prakash, Chairman, Manufacturing Expert Committee, BCIC said, India has a vast manufacturing base, with over 90% of industrial units falling under the MSME category. These enterprises contribute nearly 30% of India's GDP, employ 110 million people, and account for 48% of India's exports. 'However, many MSMEs were yet to embrace digitalisation, Industry 4.0, or AI, often perceiving these technologies as costly and complex. AI is not a luxury; it is a necessity,'' he stated. AI-driven solutions now available through affordable cloud-based and plug-and-play models can deliver productivity gains of 15% to 30%, enabling predictive maintenance, quality monitoring, and energy optimisation. 'AI adoption in manufacturing stands at 35–40%, with significant uptake in China, Germany, and the U.S. Yet India lags behind, with less than 25% adoption in organised manufacturing and even lower among MSMEs,'' Mr. Prakash added. Vineet Verma, President BCIC, said, 'AI revolution in manufacturing is not about replacing workers, it is about enhancing their capabilities. While concerns about job security persist, AI serves as an enabler, freeing employees from repetitive tasks and empowering them to focus on strategic and creative contributions.'' To thrive in this evolving landscape, upskilling and adaptability are essential, he added.
Business Wire
27-05-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Everbridge Celebrates Global Leaders in Resilience at Discover Resilience 2025
VIENNA, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Everbridge, Inc., the global leader in High Velocity Critical Event Management (CEM) and national public warning solutions, today announced the recipients of the 2025 Excellence in Resilience Awards, presented during a special ceremony at the company's annual customer conference, Discover Resilience, held May 4–6 in Orlando, Florida. The awards celebrate organizations that have excelled in critical event management and resilience strategy – optimizing operations, embracing innovation, and continually evolving their programs to better protect their people and operations. The 2025 Excellence in Resilience honorees are: eBay, Inc. The Options Clearing Corporation APL Logistics 'We are honored to be recognized with this Excellence in Resilience Award,' said Lou Pezzola, Program Manager, Global Security Operations Center, at eBay, Inc. 'Everbridge has been a true partner in every sense, helping us respond faster, act with more confidence, and better support the people and operations we're responsible for. We truly appreciate the collaboration.' 'This recognition underscores our commitment to enterprise resilience as a systemically important financial market utility,' added Clint Fransen, Executive Director, Business Continuity and Cyber Resilience, at the Options Clearing Corporation. 'We are proud to be acknowledged among industry leaders for our dedication to safeguarding stability in the financial sector through our robust business continuity and crisis management planning and execution.' Each honoree exemplifies a commitment to operational excellence: eBay uses Everbridge to automate employee support workflows and is a leader in integrating capabilities like Resilience Insights and Travel Risk Management into their enterprise platform. The Options Clearing Corporation has built a robust business continuity program using BC in the Cloud (BCIC), while maintaining high compliance standards in the financial sector and delivering critical communications with speed and precision. APL Logistics, in just 18 months, has expanded its CEM footprint globally and integrated shipment tracking into BCIC to manage high-risk supply chain routes, while also piloting video integration through the Everbridge CEM platform. 'Each one of these organizations has gone above and beyond to demonstrate what true resilience looks like,' said Dave Wagner, Chief Executive Officer at Everbridge. 'They've implemented forward-thinking strategies, adopted AI-driven tools, and created processes that reduce response time, improve visibility, and protect what matters most. These are the partners who inspire us and push us to continue raising the bar, and together we are building a more resilient world.' Discover Resilience brought together leaders across industries – from finance, logistics, healthcare, manufacturing, and the public sector – for two days of peer-led sessions, solution showcases, expert panels, and hands-on workshops. Attendees explored how the Everbridge High Velocity CEM™ platform empowers faster, smarter decision-making with the help of Purpose-built AI, decision-ready risk intelligence, and full lifecycle automation. For more information on Everbridge's award-winning platform and customer stories, visit: About Everbridge Everbridge is the global leader in Critical Event Management (CEM), helping organizations achieve a true business resilience advantage. With Everbridge High Velocity CEM, our customers accelerate response times, minimize disruption, and maintain operational control amid today's most complex threats. Using Purpose-built AI, decision-ready risk intelligence, and full lifecycle automation, Everbridge enables organizations to know earlier, respond faster, and improve continuously with confidence. For more information, visit read the blog, and follow us on LinkedIn. Everbridge… Keeping People Safe and Organizations Running™
Associated Press
17-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Associated Press
HBCU GO Joins Black College Invitational Championship as Official Streaming Partner
Basketball Tournament Launches in Charlotte March 20 with LIVE Coverage on HBCU GO; Terrence J Named Celebrity Ambassador for Education Day and Tournament Games ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, March 17, 2025 / / -- HBCU GO has been named the official streaming partner of the inaugural Black College Invitational Championship (BCIC), bringing national exposure to this historic HBCU basketball showdown. Taking place March 20-23, 2025 at Bojangles Coliseum in Charlotte, NC, the BCIC will feature 16 powerhouse women's and men's teams from all four major conferences competing for the coveted title of Black College Basketball Champion. With HBCU GO delivering LIVE coverage of the action, fans across the country will have unprecedented access to this dynamic tournament, which blends elite competition with the vibrant culture of HBCU athletics, expanding its reach and highlighting the excellence of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). As the official streaming partner, HBCU GO will air the tournament's marquee matchups LIVE, providing national exposure for the participating teams. Fans will also gain access to exclusive content, behind-the-scenes coverage, and in-depth storytelling that captures the spirit of HBCU basketball. Adding to the excitement, Terrence J—North Carolina A&T State University alumnus, HBCU advocate, actor, and TV personality—serves as Celebrity Ambassador for the Education Day and Friday's tournament games. His involvement will help spotlight the tournament's impact beyond basketball, including career fairs, leadership panels, and student engagement initiatives. HBCU GO continues to set the standard for celebrating the rich culture and competition of HBCU sports. For more information, visit or follow the streaming network on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and Instagram. Find out where to watch and download the FREE app at to watch. Please see the complete tournament schedule below. THURSDAY, MARCH 20, 2025 Session 1: DIVISION II Women's - 12 noon ET Men's - 3:00 pm ET Session 2: DIVISION II Women's - 6:00 pm ET Men's - 8:00 pm ET FRIDAY MARCH 21, 2025 Session 3: DIVISION I (Featuring Celebrity Ambassador Terrence J) Women's - 12 noon ET Men's - 3:00 pm ET Session 4: DIVISION I Women's - 6:00 pm ET Men's - 8:00 pm ET SATURDAY MARCH 22, 2025 Session 5: DIVISION II CHAMPIONSHIP Women's - 12 noon ET Men's - 3:00 pm ET SUNDAY MARCH 23, 2025 Session 6: DIVISION I CHAMPIONSHIP Women's - 12 noon ET Men's - 3:00 pm ET ABOUT THE BLACK COLLEGE INVITATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP The Black College Invitational Championship (BCIC) showcases top-tier post-season basketball, featuring men's and women's teams from Historically Black Colleges and Universities. Through strategic partnerships and diverse programming, the BCIC is committed to elevating HBCU athletics, culture, and community engagement. For more information, visit ABOUT HBCU GO HBCU GO is a cultural lifestyle destination and leading sports media provider that embraces and represents the voice of Black Excellence every day of the year through an all-new platform that captures the rich history, diversity, perspectives, and cultural experiences at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). HBCU GO also provides a platform for emerging creatives in media production, branding, and broadcasting. HBCU GO offers viewers the best in live sports, original series, documentaries, films, comedy, and edutainment programming produced by African American leading producers, directors, and students from select HBCUs. Launched in 2012, the free-streaming service HBCU GO was purchased by Byron Allen in 2021 and is part of Byron Allen's Allen Media Group (AMG). AMG is headquartered in Los Angeles with offices in New York, Chicago, Atlanta, and Charleston, SC. AMG owns/operates 27 ABC-NBC-CBS-FOX network affiliate broadcast television stations in 21 U.S. markets and ten 24-hour HD television networks serving nearly 300 million subscribers: THE WEATHER CHANNEL, THEGRIO TELEVISION NETWORK, and HBCU GO. AMG also owns the digital streaming platforms HBCU GO, THEGRIO, THE WEATHER CHANNEL STREAMING APP, and LOCAL NOW--the free-streaming AVOD service powered by THE WEATHER CHANNEL and content partners, which delivers real-time, hyper-local news, weather, traffic, sports, and lifestyle information. AMG also produces, distributes, and sells advertising for 74 television programs, making it one of the largest independent producers/distributors of first-run syndicated television programming for broadcast television stations. With a library of over 5,000 hours of owned content across multiple genres, AMG provides video content to broadcast television stations, cable television networks, mobile devices, and multimedia digital. Our mission is to provide excellent content to our viewers, global platforms, and Fortune 500 advertising partners. Tosha Whitten, FrontPage Firm on behalf of HBCU GO, [email protected] Eric Peterkofsky Legal Disclaimer:
