Tag Archives: digital transformation

Accenture Backs GoUpscale to Modernize Wealth Management Engagement Through AI-Powered Content

(IN BRIEF) Accenture has invested in GoUpscale, a company that helps wealth management firms in Asia modernize client engagement through AI-powered digital content. As the sector aims to double its assets under management by 2026, relationship managers will be key … Read the full press release

University of Warwick Sparks AI Innovation Dialogue with Microsoft and Russell Group Leaders

(IN BRIEF) The University of Warwick convened senior leaders from Microsoft and the Russell Group on 9th April to explore how Artificial Intelligence (AI) can be harnessed to revolutionise higher education. Led by Raja-Saleem Javaid, the AI Forum focused on … Read the full press release

TÜV Rheinland Gains Notified Body Status Under New EU Machinery Regulation, Supporting Digital and Safety Enhancements

(IN BRIEF) TÜV Rheinland has been recognized as a Notified Body under the new EU Machinery Regulation (EU) 2023/1230, which sets tighter safety and digital requirements for industrial machinery and related products. The updated regulation emphasizes aspects such as artificial … Read the full press release

Nagarro and Advantech Forge Global Partnership to Develop Next-Generation Edge AI and Industrial IoT Solutions for Worldwide Market Expansion

(IN BRIEF) Nagarro and Advantech have entered into a global strategic partnership to co-develop advanced Edge AI platforms and intelligent IoT solutions. This collaboration leverages Advantech’s extensive experience in industrial-grade hardware and its worldwide support network, alongside Nagarro’s proficiency in … Read the full press release

EIF and Enisa Forge €40 Million Guarantee to Propel Innovation and SME Growth in Spain

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Fund (EIF) and Empresa Nacional de Innovación (Enisa) have entered into a guarantee agreement worth up to €40 million to help innovative Spanish small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and startups access vital finance. This partnership, … Read the full press release

Schneider Electric Ignites Global Innovation in a €10,000 Solar Challenge

(IN BRIEF) Schneider Electric has launched registration for its 2025 Schneider Go Green Competition, inviting global teams of students and young entrepreneurs to design innovative energy solutions that enhance reliability, wellbeing, and cost-efficiency. With a theme centered on “Renewable Energy … Read the full press release

Strategic Business Transfer Bolsters Nagarro’s SAP CX Capabilities Across Europe and Africa

(IN BRIEF) Nagarro has transferred the business of Notion Edge France, an SAP gold partner known for its end-to-end SAP Customer Experience solutions, to expand its digital transformation offerings. The transfer bolsters Nagarro’s capabilities in providing customized CX solutions for … Read the full press release

Nemetschek Group Appoints Sunil Pandita to Lead Planning & Design and Digital Twin Initiatives

(IN BRIEF) The Nemetschek Group announced the appointment of Sunil Pandita as the new Chief Division Officer for its Planning & Design Division, as well as the head of the Digital Twin Business Unit. With over 25 years of experience … Read the full press release

Industry Titans Unite: 7,000-Expert Group Set to Revolutionize AI-Infused Manufacturing

(IN BRIEF) Siemens and Accenture have launched the Accenture Siemens Business Group at Hannover Messe 2025, a major new initiative that brings together over 7,000 manufacturing and IT professionals to drive the development of software-defined products and factories. The group … Read the full press release

Vodafone Empowers SMEs with 24/7 Cyber Protection at New Düsseldorf Center

(IN BRIEF) Vodafone has launched a new Cyber Security Center in Düsseldorf to provide 24/7 protection and support for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Germany, addressing the unique cybersecurity challenges they face. Initially starting with 20 experts, the center … Read the full press release

Digital Revolution in Automotive Manufacturing: Audi Embraces Siemens’ Virtual Automation

(IN BRIEF) Siemens and Audi are revolutionizing the automotive manufacturing landscape by implementing virtual shop floor automation using Siemens Xcelerator. This initiative involves the use of Siemens’ first entirely virtual controller, the Simatic S7-1500V, at Audi’s Neckarsulm facility, which is … Read the full press release

Siemens Reinvents Industrial AI with Strategic Altair Integration

(IN BRIEF) Siemens has completed the acquisition of Altair Engineering Inc. for approximately USD 10 billion, a move that solidifies its position as a global leader in simulation and industrial AI. The merger introduces new capabilities in mechanical and electromagnetic … Read the full press release

Atos Secures £150m, Five-Year Deal to Revolutionize DEFRA’s Digital Support Ecosystem

(IN BRIEF) Atos has secured a five-year, £150m contract with DEFRA to revamp its service desk and end user services for 34,000 employees. The project will merge these services into a cohesive, agile system powered by state-of-the-art technologies such as … Read the full press release

Schneider Electric Unveils $700M U.S. Investment Plan to Revolutionize Energy, AI, and Manufacturing

(IN BRIEF) Schneider Electric announced a groundbreaking investment of over $700 million in its U.S. operations through 2027, marking the largest single capital expenditure in its 135-year U.S. history. This initiative, which will raise the company’s total U.S. investment this … Read the full press release

SABIO GROUP TAKES IT’S ‘DISRUPT’ CX PROGRAMME ACROSS EUROPE

(IN BRIEF) Sabio Group announced that its highly regarded “Disrupt” digital customer experience transformation programme is expanding across Europe in 2025, now reaching three major cities: Madrid, London, and Paris. This expansion comes as the CX industry faces rapid AI … Read the full press release

Telefónica Tech Unveils Comprehensive Cybersecurity Suite for Small Businesses

(IN BRIEF) Telefónica Tech has launched a new cybersecurity service in Spain called “Tu Empresa Segura Lite,” aimed at self-employed professionals and micro-enterprises. The service provides advanced protection for devices and data, including defenses against viruses, ransomware, Trojans, and insecure … Read the full press release

Prudential and Vama Forge New Health Insurance Venture to Propel India’s ‘Insurance for All’ Ambitions

(IN BRIEF) Prudential plc has announced a joint venture with Vama Sundari Investments (Delhi) Private Limited to establish a standalone health insurance business in India. Under the new arrangement, Prudential Group Holdings Limited will hold a 70% stake, while Vama … Read the full press release

SES, EIB Global, and the EU Commission Launch €60 Million Initiative to Bridge the Digital Divide in Central Asia

(IN BRIEF) EIB Global, in collaboration with the European Commission and SES, is launching a major satellite broadband initiative aimed at transforming connectivity in Central Asia. With a combined financial package of a €34.4 million EU grant and a €25.45 … Read the full press release

HSG Leads the Charge: Pioneering EU and Swiss-Funded Projects to Transform Sustainable Agriculture and Land Use

(IN BRIEF) The University of St. Gallen (HSG) is spearheading three innovative projects—Nostradamus, LandShift, and AfroGrow—aimed at promoting sustainable agriculture and land use, with financial support from both the EU’s Horizon Europe programme and the Swiss State Secretariat for Education, … Read the full press release

Hexagon Names Gordon Dale to Lead Next-Generation Autonomous Innovations

(IN BRIEF) Hexagon has announced the appointment of Gordon Dale as President of its Autonomous Solutions Division. In this role, Dale will drive the division’s growth and innovation in autonomous technologies, building on Hexagon’s commitment to digital transformation. With extensive … Read the full press release