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Summary

The first physical Deep Tech Innovation Alley was executed with perfection and attended by some august and curious audiences across industries. It was held on 30th November at the Jio World Convention Center, Mumbai.

Network Science set out with an aim to give its participants a never before experience by getting the best minds and most advanced tech together. The reviews received from each participant were very humbling and gave us the confidence that we could do far better in the next DTIA.

Collaboration with Department for International Trade (UK)

Collaboration with Department for International Trade (UK)

DTIA brought together Network Science and Department for International Trade (DIT) cementing our focus on the UK along with India. The UK’s Department for International Trade (DIT) helps UK businesses export, drives inward and outward investment, negotiates market access and trade deals, and champions free trade. DIT are an international economic department, responsible for supporting and encouraging UK businesses to drive sustainable international growth and ensuring the UK remains a leading destination for international investment. The collaboration and presence of DIT at DTIA is a testimony to the importance of trade ties between India and UK.

Overview

Innovation on Board’s Agenda – a Panel Discussion

A Panel Discussion like no other! Innovation is no longer a discussion taking place in pockets in an organization to be put aside . It is now an important aspect inside the boardroom. We wanted to understand from our 3 panellists representing 3 different industries, about their experience and views on this topic. The panel was represented by Jayant Khosla- charismatic MD of VLCC healthcare, Rajarshi Moitra- eloquent CCO of Bridgestone and Sandeep Wirkhare- dynamic CEO of Indian School Finance company (ISFC). Sandeep Hardikar set the tone as a moderator and what followed was an interesting and rich discussion that left the audience engrossed and also in splits occasionally. Innovation at grassroots what is better known as ‘Jugaad Innovation’, came out unanimously as the birthplace of what later transcends as corporate level innovation. All 3 panellists with their many years in the corporate world had experienced this Jugaad on multiple occasions. Very interesting examples were shared through the discussion and many evoked peals of laughter from the audience.

Demystifying AI by Dr. Shailesh Kumar

Another captivating experience was the session on Demystifying AI by Shailesh Kumar, Chief Data Scientist of Reliance Jio. The session lasted for an hour and everyone in the audience wanted to know more about how AI was influencing lives. Dr.Shailesh received a thunderous applause for doing complete justice to the session and simplifying the applications of AI.

Fast Track Innovation

Network Science reached out to some DTIA participating companies asking for their teething business problems and received interesting responses. The resolution to these using some Deep Tech platforms was demonstrated at DTIA in the Fast Track Innovation session. Our first business problem was a board level issue of knowing the quantum of Cyber risk. The next business problem we received was that of remote inspection. How do we reduce downtime and travel costs while making sure our factories are running round the clock by activating remote inspection systems. The Fast Track Innovation session established that business issues need not take long cycles to be addressed. Deep Tech is here to bring big and fast innovation.

Innovation Alley

Inauguration of Deep Tech Innovation Alley

DTIA was inaugurated by our esteemed guests Ajita Hathlia, Manaswini Goel Akash Poddar Dhruv Patel and our Co-founder Raju Chouthai by lighting the quintessential ceremonial lamp. Our guests then proceeded to the Alley to experience how Deep Technology is steering the 5 vectors-Growth, Cost, Risk, Innovation and Data ,in direction of success for all kinds of industries. We had presence of over 50 CEO/ MDs/ CXOs across industries. Our participants were electrified by the Augmented and Virtual reality experience.

Zero Cost Transformation

We showcased how enterprise wide transformation challenges can be addressed via Zero Cost Transformation (ZCT) vector. Our ZCT model leverages ‘Big & Fast’ transformation levers, focusing upon structural & enterprise-wide change both on a short- & long-term basis. Resulting in sustainable cost savings, margin improvements & much more; all underpinned by deeptech. Leaders tasked to rethink cost management benefited immensely and the response we received was truly fantastic.

Zero Defect Data

Data is a powerful resource for change. It has increasingly become the language for people & organisations. Data Strategies we implement today will help us deal with the multitude of data challenges faced by organisations and prepare us better for the future. But the key question is: where do you get started? Industry veterans lined up at the ‘𝗗𝗲𝗲𝗽 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗹𝗹𝗲𝘆’ to share data-driven factual and expert opinions, offering appropriate guidance helping elevate value within your respective ecosystems. We showed the Power Of Data during the event with our Data Governance Platform and gathered quite the audience of various CXOs. All of them were intrigued by the capability of the Platform to Provide a Single View or a Single Source Of Truth about their Customer to them.

Zero Gravity Growth

Growing your business is not as easy as it sounds. Whether you’ve just started your company or have been around for years, you need to be flexible, understand your target audience, have a solid team behind you, and more. If you’re struggling to scale your business, leave it to us. Our Zero Gravity Growth (ZGG) team is here to help! Our focus and current experience is on Tech companies looking for geography expansion. At the ‘𝗗𝗲𝗲𝗽 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗹𝗹𝗲𝘆’ – we showcased growth management platforms to expedite the business, reduce the time to launch new products by 70%

Zero to One Innovation

Network Science proudly collaborates with organizations on their journey towards categorical change, championing and driving innovation via Zero to One Innovation (ZT1) vector. Our ZT1 methodology helps organisations react to changing business environments by running innovation programmes, embedding innovative capabilities, and by leveraging Deep Tech to identify new opportunities for growth. At the Innovation Booth, we gave a glimpse of what organizations can achieve by demoing solutions around computer vision, deep tech, mixed reality and a lot more. We pushed the audience’s imagination towards what’s possible for their business helped them realize our capabilities to bring about Such Zero to One innovation.

Zero Trust Risk Management

At the ZERO TRUST RISK INNOVATION ZONE we were delighted to see an overwhelming response from our esteemed guests to see use cases and solutions which are creating deep impact in helping enterprises mitigate and manage risks when it comes to detecting, predicting, preventing & responding to potential cyber breaches. Network Science team members and partners at the innovation zone showcased several use cases, including Cyber risk quantification solutions, safety & compliance solutions for operating in hazardous & high-risk construction sites, perimeter fencing, condition monitoring through IOT sensors, and predictive maintenance monitoring. Asset and contact tracking, perimeter fencing, and condition monitoring using IOT sensors.

Testimonials

Network Science set out with an aim to give our participants a never before experience by getting the best minds and most advanced tech together. The reviews received from each participant were very humbling and gave us the confidence that we could do far better in the next DTIA.
“Congratulations and thanks for inviting. It was pleasure to attend this event and catch up with some great leaders and hear their perspective on the technologies that are available now. Truly innovative. Great.”
“Really enjoyed the insights shared by the panel, great learning!”
“I must confess I was absolutely blown away by the quality of conversation, knowledge share, conviction on deep tech future, clinically executed organization of the event itself. Far superseded my expectations. Thoroughly enjoyed being here. Thanks for having me over. I am sure this is just the tip of your success journey. All the very best!”
“Thanks. Was a pleasure to attend the event and meet the team as well. Thanks for planting the tree, it is a great initiative. Looking forward to follow ups from here. PS - I love the fact that it is an orange tree. One of my absolute favourite fruits.”
“Thank you to the whole team for an event well organized. The sight of the tree on Sankalptaru gives immense pleasure to be associated with Network Science.”
“It’s awesome and an excellent program. Really nice program and expecting your partnership to continue further.”
“Thank you and congratulations to the team for organizing a successful event. Look forward to the opportunity to strengthen the association. Meanwhile, please check if you can possibly share the slides presented by Jio's Data Science expert. Best wishes.”
“Thank you. Indeed, it was a great experience as the event had a unique design and the warmth of the team was great. I will follow the fruit tree. Looking forward to meeting you and the team Network Science again soon.”
“Thank you so much for the invite and it was a wonderful event. There were a few takeaways and I've briefly discussed them with the team.”
“Thank you so much for inviting me to the event - So many new & illuminating ideas. Wishing Network Science & Network Science Foundation a fruitful future!”
“It was equally my pleasure and felt honoured to participate in one of its unique kind of events which I experienced first time. A wonderful teamwork and sprint I could see in bringing diversified people together. Next time, you can add a mix of more relevant to current and affordable technologies that can be scalable in future. And thanks for planting a tree for me and this is another unique idea you brought in.”
“It was indeed a well-organized event, full of new learnings and understanding possibilities beyond existing boundaries. I thoroughly enjoyed the session and conversation with you and Network Science Team. Look forward to furthering this relationship ahead. Not to forget, A very very special thanks for planting a tree in my name!”
“It was sheer delight to be at Deep lech Innovation Alley. Had already conveyed that to you and the team deserves complete appreciation for conducting a flawless show. Thanks for this gesture in planting a fruit tree by Network Science Foundation. As Gurudev Rabindranath Tagore said, "The one who plants trees, knowing that he will never sit in their shade, has at least started to understand the meaning of life". Thank you again for the kind gesture. I will be happy to explore more with you to strengthen and enhance our relationship beyond an ambassador of Network Science, which I will anyways always be.”
“Many thanks! It was wonderful meeting the team. And, congratulations for putting up an excellent show.”

Akash Poddar

CEO at Intermiles

Sandeep Wirkhare

MD & CEO at Indian School Finance Company

Anuj Gandhi

Founder - Dorplay

Ajita Hathlia

Deputy Director, Trade & UK Exports, South Asia