DataQuest Magazine - October 2023

In this issue

# DQ40Years Special:
India’s high road to 2047

WE NOW HAVE THE TWIN-ENGINE JET OF AI AND SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT

Nitin Rakesh, CEO & Managing Director, Mphasis, talks about business in the post-pandemic world, the oncoming age of AI and where we stand in India's Mission 2047. Edited excerpts from an exhaustive interview...

5 mins

WE ARE AT THE CUSP OF AN ECONOMIC REVOLUTION

India has exhibited its prowess as being one of the most innovative nations worldwide with several initiatives during and after the pandemic, says Shailender Kumar, SVP and Regional Managing Director, Oracle India and NetSuite Asia Pacific and Japan.

8 mins

THE ROLE OF GENERATIVE AI IN INDIA'S FUTURE

India's \"youth bulge\" is expected to last till 2030 according to UNFPA projections, and this presents a golden period in any country's existence where the youth can embrace GenAI to drive innovations. Amit Choudhary, Chief Operating Officer, Wipro Limited, explains.

5 mins

WE CAN BE THE R&D LAB OF THE WORLD

Natarajan Radhakrishnan, President and CIO, Hinduja Global Solutions, talks about the latest tech and industry trends, the importance of using data responsibly, the disruptive power of Generative AI, the three Normals and how the country is placed in its India 2047 Mission. Edited excerpts from a comprehensive video interview...

5 mins

'In a cloud you need to re-structure your IT organization'

Patrick P Gelsinger, the new CEO of VMware, the company that grew from zero to $3.8 bn in 14 years (he was heading EMC earlier, and was Intel's first CTO before that) talks about his priorities, how he will build up the cloud momentum, and what he wants to do with India. Excerpts

7 mins

THE POISON IS NOT IN A DART. IT'S IN THE AC DUCT.

Data Poisoning, the sly and silent monster, is already around. If we are not worried already by the glimpse that some incidents have provided us; let's steal a peek at the sheer power of data poisoning. Looks like - it can ruin companies, public systems, countries and human lives - with the push of button.

8 mins

Digital accessibility: A must for inclusion

The National Policy on Universal Electronics Accessibility was approved by the Union Cabinet in India on 3 October 2013. It's been ten years since. Looking at the all-important issue of digital accessibility on this occasion.

5 mins

Cloud computing and data management reshape industries

Mastering cloud and data management strategies isn't merely an option; it's a mandate for any organization aspiring to flourish. During a conference held by Dataquest we looked at the future of technology.

6 mins

DATA ISN'T JUST INFORMATION; IT'S THE CURRENCY OF INNOVATION

Says: Hemant Tiwari, Managing Director - India, Hitachi Vantara: Embracing data-driven decisions is not just a choice; it's the compass guiding businesses toward a future of unparalleled success and innovation.

6 mins

NEED FOR ALIGNING CURRICULA WITH INDUSTRY REQUISITES

In a world marked by rapid changes and unforeseen disruptions, the role of education institutions in nurturing innovation and equipping individuals with adaptable skills is more crucial than ever.

4 mins

TECH PREPAREDNESS: FROM CHAOS TESTING TO ENDURANCE TESTING

What it takes for retailers to be successful during the peak sales season-Enhancing omnichannel capabilities.

6 mins

HELLO GLASS TUNNELS. BYE-BYE GLASS CEILINGS

As HR leaders grapple with 'Great' everything - from resignations to quitters to lay-offs and AI's footprints; there is a new way emerging to look at what HR does, expects, fixes-and how. Avadhesh Dixit, CHRO, Acuity Knowledge Partners gives an honest look at his new dashboard. And also gives some 'more than brochure' insights on DEI, and a candid take on India's Demographic Dividend.

4 mins

THE MORTON'S FORK OF DANGEROUS DATA: CAN COMPANIES ESCAPE THIS NEW WITCH-HUNT?

Do they know we know? What a Sophie's choice! Holding a certain kind of data is like being an eye-witness to a murder. Should you hold your breath till the killer walks away? Or risk losing your own neck because you saw something you were not supposed to?

4 mins

CTO SKILLS: COLLABORATION, COMMUNICATION & ADAPTING TO CHANGING TECH LANDSCAPES

Kanchan Ray - CTO, Nagarro, talks about the importance of understanding the organization's goals to make technology decisions that support and enable the overall long-term business strategy.

5 mins

APPRECIATION CAN INSPIRE ENGINEERS TO INNOVATE MORE AND BUILD BETTER PRODUCTS

Engineering culture makes a substantial contribution to the outstanding performance of top tech companies. It determines the hiring and job execution processes, both of which significantly affect the calibre of the finished product.

5 mins

THE AXLE OF ANY LOGISTICS COMPANY IS...

Not technology. Not yet. But technology is helping to strengthen the real backbone of this industry, while also repairing its broken parts. Santosh Ingalkar, Head of Operation at KSH Distriparks, a container logistics solutions company in Pune (operating in areas like seamless transportation network, buffer yard solution, ocean imports, bonded warehouse facilities, and DPD transportation services) tells us more as he also shares why drivers are still the critical piece that holds it all together.

4 mins

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