DECEMBER 20239TOP STORIESAPARNA GUPTA TO LEAD MICROSOFT'S GLOBAL DELIVERY CENTEROn Nov 22, Microsoft named Aparna Gupta as the new leader of the Global Delivery Center (GDC) within the Industry Solutions Delivery and the broader Microsoft Customer and Partner Solutions (MCAPS) organization.Microsoft stated that in her new position as GDC leader, Gupta will be responsible for driving customer innovation and delivery excellence, accelerating cloud growth with top-tier talent, industry expertise, and partner ecosystem.The Global Delivery Center (GDC) was founded in Hyderabad in 2005 as the delivery arm of Industry Solutions Delivery. Since then, it has expanded to two additional locations in Bangalore and Noida and has established a global presence. The GDC unites architects, consultants, and project managers to provide top-notch delivery solutions for customers around the globe.Puneet Chandok, President of Microsoft India and South Asia, said, "Her extensive experience and deep knowledge of Microsoft technologies will help customers plan and deploy future-ready solutions, especially in the age of AI, and maximize the value of their investment in Microsoft. Her leadership will play a vital role in our continued success in the region and globally."The GDC consists of four Centres of Excellence (CoE) specializing in app innovation, Data and AI, Infra and Security, and Business Applications. Additionally, it includes functions such as Partner and Delivery Management and Adoption Management. United they represent a solid base of unrivaled technical expertise and effective delivery management, working towards the common goal of offering innovative solutions to customers all over the globe. RSP TO ESTABLISH NEW FACILITY IN INDIARobot System Products (RSP), a subsidiary of ABB Ltd and a top player in industrial robot accessories has announced its plans to establish a new branch in India. This move is aimed at taking advantage of the promising opportunities in India's robotics and industrial automation industry.RSP is aiming to strengthen its position as a key player in robotics and automation by increasing its presence in the growing Indian market. The industrial robots and automation market in India is forecasted to experience a growth of over 14 percent, reaching a value of $25 billion by 2025. This growth can be attributed to the rising adoption of Industry 4.0 technologies, particularly in industries such as automotive, packaging, metal, and others. Additionally, the demand for industrial robots is driven by the shortage of skilled labor and the evolving production landscape, which demands greater efficiency and competitiveness."We have been watching the developments in India and believe that now is a great time for RSP to enter. With almost 5500 robots installed in 2022 in Indian manufacturing facilities, the growth of robotics in Indian industry is very encouraging," says Eddie Eriksson, President and CEO of Robot System Products AB."Indian Industry is set to ramp up productivity in automotive electric vehicle programs, electronics, and several other manufacturing applications. With India's ambitious goal to be a manufacturing hub for the world and capitalize on the "Make in India" policy, RSP is well positioned to provide the local industry the reliable, quality, and flexible manufacturing solutions to automate and to achieve their goals," Arvind Vasu, Managing Director for RSP's subsidiary company in India said.
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