Embark on a visionary journey as we unravel the roadmap for India's manufacturing landscape in the next decade. This keynote unveils a roadmap for the manufacturing sector, aligning technological innovation with national development goals. From smart factories and sustainable practices to global competitiveness, discover how India is poised to lead the world in the next era of intelligent manufacturing.

• Transforming the manufacturing industry by enabling real-time data collection and analysis, predictive maintenance, and others
• Benefits of using connected devices and sensors for increased efficiency, improved product quality, and enhanced safety.
• How can data analytics and ML be used to process and analyze the large amounts of data for better insights and efficiencies.
• Securing IoT devices, networks, and data in Industry 4.0 environments.
• How can digital twins be used for greater efficiency and reduced downtime.
• The role of robots and drones, in creating connected enterprises and enabling new levels of productivity and safety.
• Importance of human-machine collaboration in creating connected enterprises, and how to design systems that enable people and machines to work together effectively.

• Understanding the convergence of IT and OT and the inherent cybersecurity challenges.
• Exploring the principles of Zero Trust, emphasizing the mantra "never trust, always verify.
• How robust IAM practices contribute to securing IT/OT integration
• Need for seamless collaboration between IT and OT teams to enhance overall cybersecurity posture.
• Importance of network segmentation in containing cyber threats and minimizing lateral movement.

• How IoT sensors and predictive analytics minimize downtime through proactive equipment maintenance.
• How blockchain ensures trust, transparency, and traceability in complex manufacturing supply chains.
• Concept of digital replicas for products and processes, enhancing monitoring, and predictive maintenance.
• Role of high-speed connectivity and edge computing in supporting real-time decision-making and automation.

• Swift adoption of digital twining and the substitution of quality inspectors with sensors and cameras
• Witnessing a rapid increase in sophistication, automation, agility, and efficiency.
• Automotive sector are gradually transitioning from conveyorized manufacturing processes to LIM (Lean-Intelligent-Manufacturing)
• How the shift to EVs aligns with India's broader sustainability goals
• Advancements driving the automation of India's growth in the EV sector.
• IT-driven strategies for enhancing the overall customer experience in the automotive industry
• Integration of artificial intelligence in autonomous vehicles
• Address the unique cybersecurity challenges posed by the integration of IT systems

• Emphasize the need for sustainable practices in manufacturing.
• Explore existing and potential government policies addressing sustainability in manufacturing.
• Discuss case studies of successful sustainable manufacturing implementations.
• Importance of collaboration between government, manufacturers, and other stakeholders.
• Discuss potential solutions and best practices for sustainable development in manufacturing.