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ThoughtSol has emerged as a leader in creativity, flexibility, and client-focused strategies at a time when digital transformation is essential, rather than optional. Established in January 2014, ThoughtSol has committed itself to helping businesses harness the full capabilities of technology during the Industry 4.0 era. Founded by forward-thinking leaders Vinet Kuumar, Ratan Dargan, Bindiya Vohra and Saket Vohra, ThoughtSol began with an aspiration: to offer IT solutions that not only fulfilled but surpassed client expectations. Now, over a decade later, that aspiration has evolved into a trusted, top-tier organization noted for its ability to facilitate digital transformation across industries, including retail, manufacturing, government, and public sector units (PSUs). Mission centered on happiness ThoughtSol’s goal is distinctively refreshing. The philosophy is evident in every aspect of their work, from nurturing a constructive workplace environment to providing solutions focused on exceeding customer expectations. The company’s motto, "Be young, nimble, and happy," perfectly captures its core values of adaptability, creativity, and a people-centred approach. Encouraging collaboration in a connected world What differentiates ThoughtSol is its focus on collaboration. Industry 4.0 greatly depends on interconnected systems and cross-departmental teamwork. ThoughtSol supports this by embedding advanced technologies into existing structures, while ensuring teams receive […]

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South Africa is stepping into the spotlight as the next big tech hub with the Data Centre & Cloud Innovation Summit 2025 on April 10, 2025 . Get ready for ground breaking insights, industry leaders, and the future of cloud and data innovation at THE EMPIRE VENUE, JOHANNESBURG . We are bringing together 300+ industry leaders, cloud innovators, and data centre experts to shape the future of Africa’s digital infrastructure. As South Africa accelerates its digital transformation, this premier event will explore cutting-edge advancements in data centre design, cloud computing, edge technologies, hybrid IT, and sustainability. With the rising demand for scalable, secure, and energy-efficient solutions, DCIS 2025 will be the ultimate hub for thought leadership, collaboration, and innovation, driving the next phase of Africa’s digital evolution. This groundbreaking event is more than just a tech gathering—it’s a catalyst for Africa’s digital evolution, where South Africa showcases its vision to lead the future of cloud and data innovation. What’s in Store for You? Industry Titans Under One Roof: Connect with CTOs, IT strategists, and digital transformation pioneers shaping the next era of technology. Future-Ready Insights & Innovations: Explore the latest in AI-driven cloud computing, cybersecurity, and sustainable data centre […]

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Samro has taken a significant step in embracing technology to streamline its services and enhance efficiency. On 10 February 2025, Samro officially launched its online appointment booking system, reinforcing its commitment to innovation and improved member experience. This system, now fully operational and accessible via the Samro website, is designed to offer greater convenience and efficiency to members. The introduction of the online appointment booking system marks a transformative shift from traditional walk-in consultations to scheduled appointments for both in-person and online consultations. The introduction of the appointment booking system means that walk-in consultations will no longer be accommodated at Samro’s offices. This strategic change ensures that members receive a more personalised and efficient service, regardless of their location, reducing waiting times and allowing Samro to better allocate resources. This initiative is part of Samro’s broader digital transformation strategy, which includes the launch of an online application system in May 2023 and the ongoing implementation of the Business System Replacement project, which has seen improvements in the frequency of distributions paid out to members. In the past, Samro paid out distributions once a year for each distribution category, such as television, radio and general, live, film, and foreign, while […]

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This success story illustrates how strategic technical leadership, when combined with deep understanding of business processes, can revolutionize enterprise resource planning and analytics. Share In an era where data-driven decision making has become paramount for business success, the remarkable achievements of Rajesh Tirupathi in implementing and optimizing SAP solutions stand as a testament to excellence in digital transformation. Through his leadership in S/4 HANA implementation and advanced analytics initiatives, Rajesh has established new benchmarks for enterprise system integration and predictive analytics in large-scale business environments, fundamentally transforming how organizations leverage their data for strategic advantage. The comprehensive S/4 HANA implementation project, undertaken for a leading construction company, showcased Rajesh’s expertise in seamlessly integrating various SAP logistics modules. With responsibility for end-to-end configuration and customization, he demonstrated exceptional ability in aligning complex SAP modules with specific business requirements, setting new standards for system integration efficiency. His meticulous approach to system architecture and implementation strategy ensured that the solution not only met immediate business needs but also provided a scalable foundation for future growth. At the heart of Rajesh’s current success is his innovative approach to data pipeline development and predictive analytics within SAP environments. Leveraging sophisticated tools including SAP HANA, […]

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Joint solutions to enhance efficiency, conserve resources, and support digitalization in timber construction. MUNICH, Germany, Feb 14, 2025 – ALLPLAN, global provider of BIM solutions for the AEC industry and part of the Nemetschek Group, and Dietrich’s, a leader in the field of computer-aided timber construction, have announced a strategic partnership. The aim of the cooperation is to drive the digital and sustainable transformation of the construction industry and to make timber construction more efficient and cost-effective. from left to right: Michaela Heinzl, country manager Germany, ALLPLAN, Stefan Kaufmann, product manager BIM and new technologies, Thomas Seidler, managing director, Dietrich’s, Maximilian Amandi, product marketing engineer, ALLPLAN and Peter Philipp, head of product development, Dietrich’s. Copyright: ALLPLAN The collaboration between ALLPLAN and Dietrich’s enables end-to-end digital workflows: from the design of timber houses to the automated prefabrication of building elements. Both companies are thus responding to the growing demand for industrialized construction, the use of renewable raw materials and the reduction of material consumption. “Cost-effective residential construction in timber construction is an answer to key issues facing our society in the future. The BIM-based integration with Dietrich’s creates maximum efficiency and speed in the implementation of timber construction projects,” says […]

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67ae0b1ed75ce4cf2676c97a Dreamstime M 108237271 Feb. 14, 2025 New Revalize report reflects what industry is prioritizing, the challenges they’ll face, and what the future of the businesses might look like. What you’ll learn: The Revalize survey showed that adopting new technologies (36%), developing new products (29%), and improving data security and data protection (26%) are top goals for manufacturers in 2025. Manufacturing and engineering professionals are preparing for the workforce by upskilling existing talent (39%) and encouraging continuous learning (37%). Jacksonville, Florida-based CAD, CPQ, and PLM software vendor Revalize is out with new research showing that manufacturers seem to be off to a strong start in 2025 when it comes to growing and updating their production technology. Perhaps most notably, 70% of manufacturing professionals reported increased software budgets, and nearly all businesses plan to invest in Industrial IoT (IIoT) platforms, sustainable technologies, and cloud-based manufacturing in the coming year, according to the Revalize report, “Smart Manufacturing 2025: Trends Shaping the Digital-First Era and Beyond." What is your company doing about cybersecurity? The software vendor surveyed 500 CPQ, PLM, engineering modeling and simulation software decision-makers in the U.S. and Germany. Revalize’s report identifies three key themes where manufacturers will focus in […]

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Reading time: 4 min Link copied. facebook twitter whatsapp linkedin His origins His interest in science and technology led him to invent and patent the first steam engine to ventilate galleries and greatly improve mining productivity and safety. All this a century before James Watt (1769) patented his steam engine to revolutionise the transport and mobility of people and goods, a fundamental lever of the first industrial revolution. Technological developments such as these boosted the productivity of companies and increased the export and import of products and services. What is productivity? Productivity is nothing more than an economic measure that relates the products obtained and the resources used to obtain them. Without it, the performance and competitiveness of a company or economy cannot be understood. To measure it, labour productivity, which relates total output to the number of employees, productivity per hour worked, which relates total output per hours worked, and total factor productivity (TFP), which relates total output by the weighted sum of all factors, including labour, capital, any input and of course technology. This is the most comprehensive measure and reflects the total efficiency of all resources used. Relationship between productivity and digitalisation When implementing business processes […]

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Image: 06photo | Dreamstime.com WSP and Microsoft want to drive digital transformation in the built environment after agreeing a seven-year global strategic partnership. The agreement represents a potential combined financial commitment and investment of $1bn-plus. Under the terms of the partnership, WSP becomes Microsoft’s preferred consultant for engineering and science, while Microsoft becomes WSP’s preferred digital and AI transformation partner. The latter includes the roll out of Microsoft 365 Copilot to WSP staff globally. The two will work together to bring new digital products to market, which could include: AI-powered virtual experts that contribute to the advancement and modernisation of the engineering and science-based industry; unlocking clients’ knowledge assets to drive informed investment and risk mitigation strategies; and creating new design paradigms that drive at-scale acceleration of time-to-deliver in the asset lifecycle. Furthermore, the partnership will “increase the speed and scale at which Microsoft can deliver mission-critical facilities, such as data centres”, the pair stated. “We are immensely proud of this partnership with Microsoft as it sets an innovation milestone for WSP and our entire industry,” said Alexandre L’Heureux, president and chief executive of WSP. “This collaboration will allow us to push the boundaries of what’s possible, ensuring we […]

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Emily Weiss, senior managing director and global lead of Accenture’s Travel Industry Practice, explains how airlines can navigate an increasingly complex operational environment while meeting the changing expectations of customer In 2025, the global aviation industry is at a pivotal juncture, driven by the need to adapt to an ever-changing global landscape and underpinned by advancements in technology that is reshaping customer experiences, addressing operational challenges and helping to foster a future that’s both sustainable and innovative. Accenture’s research ‘ Charting Aviation’s Path to Reinvention’ uncovered five critical areas shaping the future of air travel, from developing new revenue streams and placing the customer at the centre of the aviation experience, to unlocking operational efficiency improvements, addressing the shift to a more sustainable industry and developing a future ready workforce. Let’s explore these five areas in more detail. Unlock New Revenue Streams Firstly, there is a need to develop new revenue streams to offset rising costs and lessen reliance on traditional sources of income. In today’s challenging economic environment, it is essential for airlines and airports to diversify their sources of revenue – traditional revenue streams such as ticket sales and landing fees are no longer sufficient. As such, […]

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Our eight predictions about digital technology for CFOs Coming off the success of our previous “Crunch time” reports, we’re now looking towards the future with eight predictions for the finance function of 2025. The technologies needed to reimagine finance are here and they will only get better. It’s crunch time. Finance 2025 : Our eight predictions Preparing for the future None of us knows for certain what the future will hold, but we all have a responsibility to be thinking about what’s likely to happen, and to prepare for it. In the finance function, that means working now to get the right people and technology in place to take advantage of the inevitable disruption ahead. That’s not likely to happen without a clear vision and strategy for finance in a digital world. Now is the time to step back and make sure your roadmap to that future is clear. With that in mind, below are eight predictions for finance in 2025, based on what finance leaders are doing and the technology available today. Once you’ve taken a glance through the predictions, consider: Downloading the full “Finance 2025” report to understand how each of these trends impacts finance work, finance […]

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