Autodesk Design & Manufacturing Summit 2025: Harnessing AI-Powered Digital Transformation for India's Manufacturing Growth

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"AI is not a buy problem but a build problem." - Bhuwan Lodha, CEO - AI Division, Mahindra Group.

March 2025 : The Autodesk Design & Manufacturing Summit 2025, held in Pune, convened industry leaders, innovators, and visionaries to explore the pivotal role of AI-powered digital transformation in propelling India's manufacturing sector.

With the theme "Harnessing AI-Powered Digital Transformation for India's Manufacturing Growth," the summit underscored the sector's immense potential, currently contributing 17% to the GDP and employing over 27 million people, and its readiness for exponential growth.

Setting the Stage for Transformation

The event commenced with a warm welcome from Parminder Singh, Country Head-Design & Manufacturing, Autodesk India & SAARC, setting the stage for a day of insightful discussions and knowledge sharing.Speaking about the potential of the manufacturing industry in India, he said, "We have to do lot more with lot less and do it first-time-right.”

Srinath Jonnalagadda, Vice-President, Data Solutions, Design & Manufacturing, Autodesk, delivered a compelling executive presentation outlining the strategic importance of leveraging AI to drive digital transformation and address the unique challenges and opportunities within India's manufacturing landscape. He elaborated with insights on AI-driven decision making and computer as a collaborator.

A highlight of the summit was the keynote address by Bhuwan Lodha, CEO - AI Division, Mahindra Group, who shared practical insights into AI-led transformation within the Mahindra Group. He emphasized that "AI is not a buy problem but a build problem," reinforcing the need for in-house AI-driven innovation to drive efficiency and growth.

Stephen Hooper, VP, PDMS Autodesk India, further delved into the specifics of "Increasing Operational Efficiency Through Digital Factory," emphasizing the tangible benefits of integrating digital technologies in manufacturing processes across industries.

Driving Growth through Digital Transformation

The panel discussion, "From Challenges to Opportunities: Driving Growth in Manufacturing through Digital Transformation," moderated by Srinath Jonnalagadda, featured industry experts-

● Manoj Chulliparambil, Head of Strategy, New Areas ,Knowledge Centre and Decarbonization Platform, The Aditya Birla Science and Technology Company Private Limited

● Shakeel Ahmad, Vice President, Head, Design & Engineering, TKIL Industries

● Sharwari Dhotarkar, Global Head Engineering Applications, Business Technology Group at Thermax Limited

● Mahendra Pingle, General Manager- New Product & Market Development, Tata Bluescope Steel.

The panel explored the practicalities of overcoming obstacles and capitalizing on the opportunities presented by digital transformation, offering valuable perspectives on the industry's current state and future trajectory.

Delivering Innovation through Collaboration

Detlev Reicheneder, Senior Director Global Market & Industry Development, Autodesk, provided an in-depth look at "Delivering Innovation through the Design & Make Platform," showcasing how Autodesk's solutions are empowering manufacturers to streamline their workflows and drive innovation.

The "Ideas Café" segment fostered interactive discussions and networking, allowing attendees to exchange ideas and explore potential collaborations. The summit concluded with closing remarks and a feedback session, followed by a networking lunch, facilitating further dialogue among participants.

The event concluded with closing remarks by Parminder Singh, emphasizing the transformative power of AI-driven digital solutions in reshaping the manufacturing landscape.

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