ISA Pune is gearing up to host the much-anticipated 4th edition of its IIoT Conference with the theme “Business Excellence and Sustainability through Automation and Digital Transformation.” This signature event is scheduled to take place on Friday, February 2, 2024, from 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M at Hotel Tip To International in Wakad, Pune. As a continuation in their series of IIoT Conferences, this edition promises to be a unique and significant gathering in the region.
ISA, a non-profit association, is one of the global authorities in industrial automation, fostering a better world through standards and technical resources. The ISA Pune Section, a dynamic part of the Asia Pacific District, consists of active members from diverse automation and instrumentation sectors. ISA Pune is known for its engaging monthly Tech-Talks, Industry Connect programs, and cybersecurity.
ISA Pune Section comprises over 180 active members from diverse segments of the Automation and Instrumentation Industry and Academia. Known for undertaking various initiatives for the Process and Manufacturing Industries, ISA Pune Section is a vital contributor to advancements in the field.
Having witnessed four industrial revolutions, the world is now entrenched in the Digital Transformation era, significantly enhancing safety, productivity, and resource optimization. Industries like Automotive, FMCG, Power, Oil & Gas, and Petrochemicals extensively leverage IIoT, Robotics, AI, and ML. The imminent challenge lies in sustainably deploying these technologies while judiciously managing Earth’s diminishing resources.
The upcoming IIoT-V 4.0 Conference, following the success of three previous conferences, focuses on “Sustainable Business Excellence through Automation and Digital Transformation.” This signature event reflects ISA Pune’s commitment to advancing knowledge and collaboration in the field of industrial automation.
The core focus of this conference is “Business Excellence with Sustainability through Automation and Digital Transformation.” The event aims to bring together a diverse audience, The event aims to bring together a diverse audience, including manufacturing professionals, consultants, designers, system integrators, and solution providers. Participants will engage in discussions covering challenges in the industry, along with exploring innovative solutions and real-world case studies.
The conference will delve into a wide spectrum of topics critical to the industry. These include Automation and IIoT accelerating sustainability, digital transformation strategy, use case ideation to ROI model in DX, Workforce 4.0 and the role of Digital champions, IIoT Implementation Guide, Importance of Digital Transformation Ecosystem, OT Security and data protection, Relevance of IEC/ISA 62443 cybersecurity standard, and DX, IIoT, and Sustainability Case Studies.
The organizing team of this conference includes core leadership of ISA, namely, Gurmeet S. Anand, President; Vijay Karthik, Secretary; Ajay Narula, Treasurer; Vinod Joshi, Program Chair; H.S. Pansare, Ex-President of ISA; Karam Rehani, Advisor; Dileep Miskin, Division Liaison; Sujata Tilak, ISA Board Member; Ajit Chigteri, Marketing Chair; Santosh Pawaskar, Marketing Support; Anand Chitale, Program Support; Ghansham Vaswani, Delegates.
Distinguished speakers at the event will include R S Jha, Head of Innovation at Thermax Ltd; Sachin Kulkarni, Automotive Industry Vertical Global Leader at Tech Mahindra Ltd; and Ajay Holey, Manager, Advanced Manufacturing Technologies at John Deere.
Delegates attending the conference will represent various sectors, including automation end-users from industry, consultants & system integrators, automation products and system manufacturers, turnkey contractors, and digitalization implementers.
Delegate registrations are currently underway at a fast pace, indicating a high level of interest and anticipation for the event. The conference promises a dynamic platform for knowledge sharing, networking, and exploring the latest advancements in automation and digital transformation.
The ISA Conference offers an exposition of cutting-edge products and solutions, featuring ISA member entrepreneurs showcasing their stalls. Attendees can benefit from insightful case studies presented by domain experts and engage in a panel discussion. The event facilitates one-to-one networking opportunities with automation experts, providing a platform to explore the multitude of possibilities ISA offers.
Special membership offers will be available, and a Special Edition of ISA PUNE’s Newsletter will be released during the conference. Participants can also explore advertising opportunities in the newsletter and avail exhibition stalls designed for ISA member entrepreneurs, promising a comprehensive and enriching experience.
As the countdown begins, ISA Pune’s 4th IIoT Conference is poised to be a significant milestone in the industry, bringing together thought leaders, experts, and professionals for a day of insightful discussions and collaborative learning.
