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50 not out and still hitting the ball out of the park

Dr. BVR Mohan Reddy - a legend of IT industry's glorious century and also the winner of Dataquest Lifetime Achievement Award presses a time-travel button as he chats with Editor Sunil Rajguru about his journey and IT industry's 'coming of age' story from 1991 to 2024. Find out how the country has traversed from entrepreneurship and education back then to now; and what lies a decade ahead.

Need to enhance entrepreneurship, industry partnerships, collaboration and skill development

We now stand at the 19th iteration of the Dataquest Top T-School study, a beacon of trust for students, parents, and recruiters alike. The Dataquest T-School Survey stands as an industry-recognized yardstick for technical education, delving deep into how T-Schools foster essential skills for the technology sector and beyond, casting light upon their contributions to the sector and its ecosystem.

Software-ascendancy helps hardware development

Built-to-Order IT hardware, Data Centres in Pizza Boxes, Modular Data Centres and White Boxes - so much is changing in the so-called IT backyard of data centres. Amrish Pipada, CEO, Mega Networks Pvt Ltd gives us a whistle-top tour of this new engine-room and explains trends like modularity, indigenisation and the role of software here.

Are you ready for the AI PC?

Are you ready for the AI PC? Probably smarter than us, you see.

The importance of integrating AI with existing business functions and tools

Arun 'Rak' Ramchandran, President & Global Head - Consulting & GenAI Practice, Hi-Tech & Professional Services, Hexaware, talks about their GenAI solutions, LLMs, data, cloud, privacy, and sustainability.

Empowering sustainable data solutions

In an era where data reigns supreme as the lifeblood of modern enterprises, navigating its complexities while ensuring sustainability has become paramount. Sheila Rohra, Chief Executive Officer of Hitachi Vantara, sits at the helm of one of the industry's leading forces in driving transformative data solutions.

EdTech's positive impact on skilling and linguistic diversity

As we witness the evolution of education, the fusion of technology and learning has led to unprecedented advancements, particularly in skilling and addressing linguistic diversity. EdTech platforms have emerged as catalysts, harnessing the power of digital innovation to equip learners with essential competencies while navigating India's rich linguistic diversity.

Crucial to integrate GenAl into disciplines like chemistry or biology

As the landscape of technology continues to evolve, transcending geographical boundaries, one key avenue that has played a pivotal role in preparing India's tech-savvy professionals is the collaboration with foreign universities.

IT staffing: From funnel-vision to tunnel-vision

Krishna Vij, Business Head, TeamLease Digital distills some recent trends and turning points in the IT workforce landscape. From the long-tail ripples of 'The Great Resignation' to skills that are fading to the relevance of Tier-2 and -3 towns for IT hiring - she gives us a quick CV of the industry that is applying for a new future.

Narayana Murthy's criticism is a thought-provoking observation

Intertwining the computer science-related courses into core engineering, teaching AR/VR and technology to Arts-students, signing MoUs but not for the sake of MoUs and bringing industry-skills further upstream - these are just some of the new pages of a new higher-education course being taken in India. Pro Vice-Chancellor Dr. KNS Acharya, GITAM, Bengaluru Campus tells more as he addresses some key doubts in this classroom.

How higher education institutions can engage with the industry

The significance of higher education institutions (HEIS) has never been more pronounced than in the era of digital transformation and rapid technological advancement, amid ever-shifting industry landscapes. Higher education institutions play a pivotal role in shaping tomorrow's innovators and at the forefront of this revolution is the Indraprastha Institute of Information Technology Delhi (IIIT-Delhi). Excerpts from an interview with Dr. Ranjan Bose, Director.

Al-Silicon: On The Nose Or A Nose Job?

The new AI wars in technology industry are happening on wafer-thin ice, oops, silicon. Here’s why and how savagely!

What Hath Social Media Wrought?

Here are a dozen pointers on how to optimize your social media marketing strategies

The Future Is Woven With The Threads Of AI, Edge & Blockchain

Software as a Service SaaS) is orchestrating a transformative narrative in India within the dynamic terrain of technology. The future is being redefined by the interwoven threads of Edge computing, blockchain, and AI.

The responsible path of Generative AI

Generative AI, a powerful force in various industries, raises ethical concerns that demand careful consideration. In this exclusive conversation with Deepak Pargaonkar, Vice President of Solution Engineering at Salesforce India, we delve into how Salesforce approaches the responsible development and deployment of Generative AI solutions.

Striking a balance between business and risk

In an insightful one-on-one conversation, we delved into the nuanced world of cybersecurity with Ratan Jyoti, CISO Ujjivan Small Finance Bank.

NDC, AI and POS-data: Some new boarding gates for airlines

From headwinds like interoperability to tailwinds like NDC and revenue-optimisation; airlines are flying through a new altitude of technology. Let’s look out of the window.

Exploring hybrid cloud horizons at Hitachi Vantara's Exchange conference

In a dynamic showcase of insights and discussions, the Exchange conference by Hitachi Vantara brought together renowned technology leaders, and industry experts to explore the evolving landscape of data, innovation, and technology. The conference featured thought-provoking sessions led by Sheila Rohra, CEO of Hitachi Vantara LLC, Anil Kumble, Indian cricket legend, Cyrus Daruwala, IDC Analyst, and Minu Sirsalewala, Executive Editor at Dataquest, among others.

Cloud is for everyone, but not for anyone

Looking at some recent forays made by cloud behemoths like AWS triggers a new question in the cloud market—are new segments like startups and PSUs the next pot of gold? How easy is to slide on the rainbow that lies ahead of this pot—especially when there are bumps like need for customization, customer responsibility and legacy baggage dotting this curve?

5G is not a White Swan, but a white cue ball

The domino effect of 5G goes far and wide, ultimately helping the overall economy. So do the consequences of not leveraging it right, and fast.

How you can navigate the changes taking place in the SaaS space

In this exclusive interview Rajesh Ganesan, President, ManageEngine, delves into the impact of emerging technologies on the SaaS landscape in India. He emphasizes the shift for established companies into platform enablers, advocating for strategic partnerships and innovation.

Future blueprint for SaaS innovation

We sit down with Prashant Singh, COO Co-founder of LeadSquared, to unravel the intricacies of the SaaS industry’s future in India. As a pioneering force in the realm of customer relationship management, LeadSquared has been at the forefront of adopting cutting-edge technologies.

The path forward for India's SaaS revolution

As India’s Software as a Service SaaS) industry evolves at an unprecedented pace, Praval Singh, VP of Marketing Customer Experience at Zoho Corp., shares his insights into the industry’s trajectory and future prospects.

Startups needed to sustain GDP traction and fast-track it

Unicorns, skilling and GDP - the startup space is looking at many stepping stones that will elevate the country to a new vantage point on future global peaks. Dr. Omkar Rai, Executive Chairman, Startup Odisha and former DG-STPI, in conversation with Sunil Rajguru.

Dataquest: India's most influential and impactful tech publication

Dataquest DQ) was launched in 1982 when the Indian tech industry was at a nascent stage, soon becoming the most influential media publication in the IT/ITeS space, guiding the government, industry and academia.

RENEWABLE ENERGY AND IT-A TWO-WAY GRID

The transformation of the energy industry is one of the biggest IT projects ever, says Barbara Gregor Chief Finance Officer - SMA Solar Technology AG while also unravelling how renewable energy plugs in with IT supply chain security and sustainability.

WE ARE STILL SCRAPING THE SURFACE OF FINTECH

Discover how BharatPe prioritizes compliance and innovation in India's FinTech landscape. Learn about their rigorous approach to regulatory standards, ensuring data privacy, and continual evolution to meet emerging compliance needs. Excerpts from an interview with Pankaj Goel, Chief Technology Officer, BharatPe.

THE FUTURE OF LENDINGINFORMATION (NOT PHYSICAL) COLLATERAL

Skip tracing, signals of stress, and behaviour patterns to improve loan collections! These are just a few ways in which technology can help lenders.

Life Lessons Beyond the Books

As I pen down these reflections, I am reminded of the wisdom of Mahatma Gandhi, \"Be the change that you wish to see in the world.\"

INNOVATION IN ACTION - IIT GANDHINAGAR'S RESEARCH FRONTIER

In this exclusive Q&A session with Minu Sirsalewala, Executive Editor - Special Projects, Dataquest, we sit down with the Director of the Indian Institute of Technology (IT) Gandhinagar, Rajat Moona to unravel the institute's innovative approaches to digital transformation, skill development, research, and its pivotal role in shaping the future of technology.