Building Adaptive Manufacturing for a Smarter Future

What does “intelligent manufacturing” mean to you, and how is your organization contributing to this transformation?

To me, intelligent manufacturing is about more than just automation or smart machines — it’s about building systems that learn, adapt, and empower people. It means using data not just for efficiency, but for resilience and agility. At our organization, we are integrating AI and IoT into our CNC systems to give real-time insights that operators and decision-makers can act upon. We’re not just building smarter machines; we’re enabling smarter decisions at every level — from shop floor to strategy.

Can you share a recent breakthrough or initiative that helped empower your customers or channel partners in a significant way?

Over the past year, we’ve placed a strong focus on unlocking value in untapped markets by conducting a series of focused customer connect initiatives. These engagements have helped us understand on-ground challenges more deeply and tailor our support more effectively — especially for growing manufacturing hubs and operator communities.

How is your company embracing sustainability in machining – from materials to energy and lifecycle design?

Sustainability isn’t an add-on; it’s being built into our product DNA. We’re developing machines with lower energy footprints, optimizing cycle times. Even in our R&D, we now evaluate new designs not just on performance but on lifecycle impact. On the shop floor, we encourage the use of eco-friendly coolants that are safer for operators and have a lower environmental impact.

What role are MSMEs playing in your machine tool ecosystem, and how are you enabling their growth?

We recognize the critical role MSMEs play in India’s manufacturing landscape. Our focus has been on building long-term, trust-based relationships by offering technical support, knowledge-sharing sessions, and close collaboration on machining trials and process optimization. By working closely with small & medium scale manufacturers, we aim to elevate quality standards and help them align with evolving market expectations and industry needs.

How do you see digital technologies (like AI, IoT, or digital twins) redefining machine tool applications in the next 3–5 years?

These technologies are set to fundamentally transform how we think about machines — not just as tools but as intelligent collaborators. Digital twins will allow us to simulate entire machining processes before a single chip is cut. IoT will help predict failures before they happen. The shift will be from reactive manufacturing to anticipatory, self-correcting systems — which will empower every industry to compete globally.

Talent is a core driver of future-ready manufacturing. How are you re-skilling or upskilling your workforce for the new era?

We believe upskilling isn’t just a technical need — it’s a human need. That’s why we’ve launched hybrid learning platforms combining e-learning, hands-on training, and mentorship programs. We also run bootcamps that include not just machine programming, but data literacy and sustainable thinking. We want our people to not just operate machines — but to innovate with them, question them, and grow with them.

What values or leadership principles guide your decision-making in balancing innovation, business growth, and social impact?

For us, leadership means listening deeply — to customers, to employees, and to the world around us. We’re guided by three principles: Purpose before profit, People before process, and Resilience before scale. Innovation must create value not just for the company, but for society. And very bold move must be anchored in long-term trust and responsibility. That’s how we define meaningful progress.

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