Leadership Success Story Of Pakanati Das's Sherwin Williams Digital Transformation

Leadership Success Story Of Pakanati Das’s Sherwin Williams Digital Transformation

Hub4Business Discover how Pakanati Das’s strategic leadership and technical expertise transformed Sherwin Williams’ financial and procurement systems through a successful Oracle Fusion implementation. Pakanati Das In the complex landscape of enterprise digital transformation, the remarkable success of Sherwin Williams’ Oracle Fusion implementation stands as a compelling testament to innovative leadership and strategic technical expertise. Led by Pakanati Das, this multimillion-dollar initiative transformed the company’s financial and procurement systems, setting new standards for large-scale system implementations in the manufacturing sector. The project presented formidable challenges from the outset, requiring the migration of over one million transactional records and the seamless integration of multiple legacy systems. As an Oracle Fusion Techno-Functional Consultant and BI Publisher Developer, Pakanati Das took on the mantle of technical leadership, reporting directly to project stakeholders while orchestrating the complex implementation that would reshape Sherwin Williams’ operational capabilities. At the heart of this transformation was Das’s philosophy toward system implementation and stakeholder management. Taking charge of critical technical aspects, she led the development of over 15 custom BI Publisher and OTBI reports, automated essential financial processes, and managed complex data migrations. Her principles of leadership centered on precision, innovation, and user-centric design, rebuilding the foundation of financial […]

Leadership Success Story: Jay Bhatt's Digital Transformation Of Analytical Chemistry Operations

Leadership Success Story: Jay Bhatt’s Digital Transformation Of Analytical Chemistry Operations

Hub4Business Explore how Jay Bhatt spearheaded the digital transformation of a pharmaceutical Analytical Chemistry department, revolutionizing operations with the Benchling LIMS, enhancing efficiency, compliance, and productivity. Jay Bhatt In the complex landscape of preclinical research, where precision and compliance are paramount, the remarkable transformation of a major pharmaceutical company’s Analytical Chemistry department stands as a compelling testament to visionary leadership and strategic digital innovation. Under Jay Bhatt’s guidance, the implementation of the Benchling Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) has not only revolutionized operations but also set new standards for laboratory digitization in the pharmaceutical industry. The department faced significant operational challenges when Bhatt stepped in as Business Analyst and project lead. Over 60 scientists were grappling with manual workflows for critical processes including sample management, chain of custody, and resource tracking. The absence of a proper LIMS system had created data bottlenecks that threatened project timelines and posed serious compliance risks. The situation demanded not just technical expertise, but transformative leadership to guide the department through a complex digital evolution. At the heart of this transformation was Bhatt’s philosophy toward technological change and stakeholder engagement. His approach centered on ensuring that the solution would truly serve the scientists’ needs […]

Digital transformation efforts driven by collaboration: ministry

Digital transformation efforts driven by collaboration: ministry

Communication and Digital Affairs Minister Meutya Hafid inspecting the Telecommunication Monitoring Center at the office of the Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs in Jakarta on Tuesday (December 24, 2024). (ANTARA/Farhan Arda Nugraha/aa) Jakarta (ANTARA) – The Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs is pursuing a digital transformation based on synergy and collaboration to support the Golden Indonesia 2045 vision. During her two months in office, Communication and Digital Affairs Minister Meutya Hafid has focused on implementing strategic steps for digital transformation, including efforts to realize meaningful connectivity, an empowering digital ecosystem, and a safe and sovereign digital space. "Inclusive connectivity is the key to digital justice. All people, without exception, must feel the benefits of technology to improve welfare," Hafid said in a statement issued on Tuesday. As a foundation for digital transformation, she informed, the government is accelerating the development of digital infrastructure in the frontier, disadvantaged, and outermost regions of Indonesia. The government is building more than 120 base transceiver station (BTS) towers in Papua, with the target of providing communication services to one thousand remote villages in 2025. In October 2024, Minister Hafid visited Eunoni village in East Nusa Tenggara to check public access to […]

AWS Invests $2.3 Billion in Sub-Saharan Africa to Drive Digital Transformation

AWS Invests $2.3 Billion in Sub-Saharan Africa to Drive Digital Transformation

AWS’s investments in Sub-Saharan Africa are transforming the region’s digital ecosystem, fostering innovation, and addressing significant gaps in technology adoption and skills development. Since the launch of the AWS Africa (Cape Town) Region in 2018, AWS has invested over R15.6 billion ($819 million) to meet the continent’s rising demand for cloud computing. Moreover, the company has pledged an additional R30.4 billion ($1.5 billion) in investments through 2029. This substantial commitment highlights AWS’s deep integration into the region, enabling businesses, governments, and individuals to thrive in an increasingly digital era. “Africa requires investment to accelerate the adoption of technology,” said Tanuja Randery, AWS’s Managing Director for Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA), in a recent interview. “It’s not just about the technology itself but about empowering people and communities to use it in a meaningful way. AWS’s Cape Town data region, established in 2017, has become a pivotal resource for empowering local organizations to adopt cloud technologies securely and at scale. This infrastructure has been further strengthened by significant investments, including a $100 million allocation toward an Education Equity Initiative designed to provide cloud computing credits and upskill underserved communities. Since the launch of the Cape Town Skills Centre in […]

Kimberly-Clark expands Bengaluru GDTC, fuels digital transformation

Kimberly-Clark expands Bengaluru GDTC, fuels digital transformation

Kimberly-Clark’s Digital Technology global leadership team and India GDTC team in Bengaluru. Pic:PR Newswire Insights Kimberly-Clark’s Bengaluru Global Digital Technology Center (GDTC) has grown eightfold since 2018, driving advancements in AI, ML, and digital innovation. Key achievements include AI-powered platforms like Maestro, saving $20 million globally, and Procuree 3.0, enhancing procurement. GDTC fosters talent, collaboration, and innovation, shaping Kimberly-Clark’s digital future. Kimberly-Clark, a global leader in essential personal and family care products, continues to increase its commitment to India through its Global Digital Technology Center (GDTC) in Bengaluru. Established in 2018 with an initial investment of $2.5 million, the Bengaluru GDTC has seen remarkable growth, expanding its size by eight times in just five years. The center focuses on key areas and digital capabilities such as Data and Analytics, Artificial Intelligence (AI) including Generative AI, Machine Learning (ML), Cloud Transformation, Global Digital Operations & Automation, Digital Sales and Marketing, and Digital Supply Chain – all of which help drive efficiencies and improve customer experiences. Over the next three years, the GDTC plans to continue its expansion, focusing on advancing AI/ML capabilities and developing innovative digital solutions to boost operational efficiency and customer engagement. These capabilities further enhance Kimberly-Clark’s ability […]

‘Digital transformation in public education a necessity’

‘Digital transformation in public education a necessity’

Students and teachers shift to online learning after face-to-face classes were suspended due to extreme heat in Quezon City on April 2, 2024. MANILA, Philippines — The private sector should take a more proactive role in driving the digital transformation in public schools through the Department of Education (DepEd)’s Adopt-a-School Program, according to think tank Stratbase Institute. “The digital transformation of our public schools is no longer an option but an urgent necessity. Modernizing our ICT infrastructure, ensuring reliable broadband connectivity, and equipping our teachers with digital skills are foundational steps to elevate our students’ learning competencies,” Victor Andres Manhit, president of the Stratbase Institute, said. According to Manhit, the Adopt-a-School Law provides an effective framework for private sector participation by offering tax incentives of up to 150 percent of the value of their contributions. “This is an opportunity for businesses to contribute not only to the welfare of their host communities but also to the development of a digitally enabled population – a strategic imperative for global competitiveness,” he said. In a separate statement, CitizenWatch Philippines co-convenor, Tim Abejo, echoed this sentiment, underscoring the critical role of telecommunications companies in driving the nation’s progress. “Telcos play a crucial […]

Call for Nominations: 2025 Enterprise Innovation Awards - Celebrating Excellence in Digital Transformation Across ASEAN

Call for Nominations: 2025 Enterprise Innovation Awards – Celebrating Excellence in Digital Transformation Across ASEAN

SINGAPORE, Dec. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — ASEAN Innovation Business Platform (AIBP) proudly announces the call for nominations for the ninth consecutive year of the AIBP Enterprise Innovation Awards. Established in 2017, the awards celebrate the remarkable achievements of Southeast Asian enterprises in their digital transformation journey. Globe and Meralco stood out as the 2024 winners from the Philippines, receiving their accolades at the 48th AIBP Conference and Exhibition, held at the City of Dreams, Manila. The event was supported by key Philippine institutions including the Department of Information and Communication Technology (DICT), and the Department of Science and Technology (DOST). Continue Reading (from left to right): Irza Suprapto, AIBP; Larry Lluisma, Meralco; Ness Ramos, Meralco; Mike Marcelo, Meralco; Joy Mendoza, Meralco; Rocky Bacani, Meralco; Lorence del Rosario, Meralco; Ramil Ruaro, Meralco; Terence Gocheco, Globe; and Ria Roldan, Globe at the 48th AIBP Conference & Exhibition This tradition of excellence is set to continue at the 2025 awards ceremony, a feature of AIBP’s annual conference scheduled for 23-24 September 2025. Advocates for Digital Transformation: A Platform for Growth The awards serve as an open invitation for ASEAN organisations to share their success stories in digital transformation. Notable winners like Globe […]

Digital ecosystem helps boost Vietnam’s tourism growth

Digital ecosystem helps boost Vietnam’s tourism growth

Tourists ride the unique cyclos in Hanoi. PHOTO: VNA/ VIET NAM NEWS December 30, 2024 HANOI – With over 78 million internet users and 73.3 per cent of the population using social media, Việt Nam possesses an ideal environment to drive the development of a robust digital ecosystem and a thriving tourism technology sector. Việt Nam is considered one of the fastest-growing digital economies in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). Experts said digital transformation initiatives launched by the Government, along with those adopted by the travel business community such as Internet of Things (IoT), artificial intelligence (AI), virtual reality/augmented reality (VR/AR), big data, and other technologies are laying the foundation for remarkable innovations in the tourism sector. Additionally, these technological solutions not only optimise visitors’ experience but also support stakeholders within Việt Nam’s tourism supply chain in operating efficiently and promoting efforts towards the goal of sustainable development. The report “Exploring technology adoption among Vietnamese travellers”, compiled by The Outbox Company – a market research and data analytics firm focusing on the tourism and hospitality sector in Asia, and Trip.com – a comprehensive international travel service provider, also highlights that popular technologies such as digital map, e-wallet, […]

HR 2.0 – Future proofing strategies in the age of digital transformation

HR 2.0 – Future proofing strategies in the age of digital transformation

Technology As organisations strive to remain competitive, HR leaders are tasked with a dual responsibility: harnessing cutting-edge technologies and fostering a future-ready workforce, writes Bensely Zachariah, Global Head of HR , Fulcrum Digital. For the past decade, digital transformation has revolutionised how companies provide value to their customers. However, any digital transformation’s success depends on how the primary stakeholders adopt the digital transformation practices. The HR function is one of the key stakeholders in driving organisational success by attracting, developing, and retaining top talent. It is responsible for leveraging the understanding of human behavior by using technology and data analytics to create new or improved HR processes which would equip them to deliver effectively in an evolving and dynamic business environment. HR digital transformation requires a progressive outlook as we shift from using basic digital tools and technologies to outlining a clear roadmap for digital transformation to align HR strategies with the organisation’s business goals. Contrary to the popular perception HR digital transformation is not only about technology progression but also facilitates process improvements, enhances productivity, strengthens employee experience, enables data-driven decision-making, and drives cultural change. Also Read: Newsmakers of 2024: Stories that shaped the world of work Also […]

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