CII Virtual Session on Digital Transformation & Low-Cost Automation (LCA) I 18th & 19th September 2025 I 02:00 p.m. to 05:00 p.m. (Thursday & Friday)

CII Virtual Session on Digital Transformation & Low-Cost Automation (LCA) I 18th & 19th September 2025 I 02:00 p.m. to 05:00 p.m. (Thursday & Friday)

Context Setting

Digitalisation is the integration of digital technologies into business processes to enhance efficiency, customer experience, and innovation. It is not just about adopting tools but also about transforming culture, strategy, and operations. By using technologies like AI, cloud, IoT, and big data, businesses can gain agility, efficiency, and new revenue opportunities.

Low-Cost Automation (LCA) focuses on using affordable and practical automation solutions to boost productivity and quality, especially for SMEs. It emphasizes integrating low-cost systems with existing processes to reduce repetitive tasks and improve ergonomics. The approach helps minimize errors, increase efficiency, and remain flexible without large financial investments.

CII Centre of Manufacturing Excellence (CII CME) is organizing a 2-day Virtual Session on this crucial topic of Digital Transformation & Low-Cost Automation (LCA)on 18th & 19th September 2025 (Thursday & Friday), from 02.00 p.m. to 05.00 p.m. both days.

Objective

Learning Objectives:

  1. Digitalisation
  • Understand the background, need, and strategic approach (Why & How) of digitalisation, with a focus on Digital India.
  • Explore the key pillars and types of digitalisations and identify who should adopt it.
  • Recognize the benefits of digitalisation and the technologies driving it.
  • Assess how digitalisation acts as a catalyst for boosting India’s economy.
  1. Low-Cost Automation

  • Gain clarity on the concept of Low-Cost Automation (LCA) and its relevance.
  • Identify potential areas for implementing LCA in manufacturing and services.
  • Learn the step-by-step methodology and PDCA approach for successful LCA implementation.
  • Understand the importance of management commitment and buy-in for effective LCA adoption.

Key Takeaways

Takeaways:

  1. Digitalisation
  • Understanding of the background, need, and approach to digitalisation in the context of Digital India.
  • Insights into the pillars, types, and stakeholders involved in digitalisation.
  • Awareness of the benefits and enabling technologies driving digitalisation.
  • Perspective on how digitalisation contributes to India’s economic growth and competitiveness.
  1. Low-Cost Automation (LCA)

  • Practical knowledge of what LCA is and why it matters for industries, especially SMEs.
  • Identification of suitable areas for implementing LCA solutions.
  • Familiarity with the methodology and PDCA approach for effective implementation.
  • Appreciation of the role of management support in ensuring successful adoption of LCA.

Participation Fees

Type of Organization

Fees per Participant

CII Small Scale Members (SSI)

     INR. 6,500/- + 18% GST

CII Large and Medium Scale Members

     INR. 7,500/- + 18% GST

Non-Member Companies of CII

     INR. 8,500/- + 18% GST

Special Discount

• 5% on 2 nominations from an organization

• 10% on 3 or more nominations from an organization

Faculty

Mr. Rajeev Khade, 38+ Years of Experience in Digital Transformation and Low Cost Automation (LCA).

Who Should Attend / Target Audience

  • Plant Head/Factory Head, Heads of R&D / Research Engineers.
  • Senior and Middle level Managers, Engineers, Supervisors.
  • CTO, Senior Technical Personnel Engineers supervisors, Process Specialists. Senior
  • Technicians involved in Maintenance and Production Engineering.
  • Industrial and Process Engineers, Total Quality Management (TQM) R&D Professionals from industries.
  • Products and Services providers in Smart Manufacturing Space / System Integrators / Consultants.

Venue

Virtually through MS Teams

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