Wipro Unveils New Brand Identity to Drive Future Digital Opportunities

Wipro has unveiled its new brand identity. A press release says it “signifies a higher level of engagement and brand permission that helps clients leverage Wipro’s expertise to address their business requirements and drive future opportunities in this digital era”.

Wipro has also unveiled a new logo. It represents the way the company “connects the dots” for its clients, its technology heritage and capabilities for the future. The individual elements in the logo represent ideas, technologies, industries and geographies, and the expanding pattern symbolises a boundless Wipro. The four circles represent the Wipro Values, Employees, Clients and partners, and Communities. The blue of the word mark creates a sense of reliability and authority.Wipro has also re-articulated the Spirit of Wipro, its core values: Be passionate about clients’ success, Treat each person with respect, Be global and responsible, and Unyielding integrity in everything we do, the press release said.

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ASUS Inaugurates First Exclusive Service Centres in Bhubaneshwar and Assam

After receiving an overwhelming response for its products in the country, ASUS, the Taiwanese leader in mobile technology, has inaugurated its first Exclusive Service Centres (ESC) in Bhubaneshwar, Odisha, and Ulubari, Guwahati, Assam. The ESCs reflect ASUS’ consumer-first approach and aim to give consumers a hassle-free after-sales experience.

Odisha and Assam are amongst the strongest markets for ASUS and Zenfone has received a good response with consumers. The recently launched Zenfone 3 Max series has gained maximum traction in the markets. With the view to enhance user experience and drive consumer delight, ASUS has launched the Exclusive Service Centers.

Located in Shaheed Nagar, Bhubaneshwar, and Ulubari, Assam, the ESCs are easily accessible and will provide timely and efficient services to consumers, allowing them to experience ASUS products for longer durations. The Bhubaneshwar and Ulubari centres will have manpower of 7 and 5-7 employees respectively to assist customers, thus, ensuring quality support and individual attention to each user. 

The ASUS ESCs will cater to a wide range of ASUS products ranging from smartphones, Notebook, TAB, Desktop, All-in-one, Motherboards and VGA, ensuring that consumers using products from different portfolios are engaged with. The Bhubaneshwar and Ulubari centres span over 800 Sq ft. and 1000 Sq. ft. in area respectively, providing sufficient space to the visiting customers and giving them the opportunity to resolve their service queries in a convenient fashion.  

ASUS has been steadily expanding the presence of its service centres in metropolitan cities and Tier 2 & 3 markets alike. We have 200 active service centers and 12 (including Bhubaneshwar and Assam) exclusive service centers all over India. Also, we offer easily PUR (pickup and return) services for customer’s convenience by contact on the toll free number - 18002090365.

The ASUS Exclusive Service Centre in Bhubaneshwar is located at the following address:

F1 Info Solutions & Services PVT Ltd., Plot No. 556, Ground Floor, Shaheed Nagar, Bhubaneshwar- 751007. Contact No: +91 9437272232

Research Firm Includes CSS Corp in Cloud Migration Services Report

CSS Corp, a new age IT services and technology support company, has been included in the March 28, 2017 report by Forrester: “Vendor Landscape: Cloud Migration Services, which covers a robust market for services that has evolved to suit all preferences. We think this analysis should benefit both customers and partners who increasingly need to choose cloud experts to partner with, in their journey ahead.

Forrester’s report provides a view of 30+ vendors and recognizes key players with advanced cloud expertise that help enterprises in seamless transitioning to the cloud. It talks about how high-profile companies have large scale plans for migration, and how important it is to choose the right service provider with the right set of capabilities.

Report author Bill Martorelli, Principal Analyst at Forrester writes, “CSS Corp, for example, is attempting to transform cloud migration from a project opportunity to continuous delivery with automated/assisted migration. CloudMAP is CSS Corp’s cloud migration, assessment, and planning methodology.”

“We are delighted at being recognized by Forrester for our capabilities in the cloud migration segment. Our cloud experts work extremely hard to provide world-class cloud migration and management solutions to our customers as they embark on their digital transformation journey. We work with several companies that are disruptors in their respective industries, and believe innovation is key to digital transformation” said Manish Tandon, Chief Executive Officer, CSS Corp.

“We believe this recognition is also a great news for our customers who now have yet another reassurance that they have chosen the right partner to help them with their cloud adoption journey” said Sunil Mittal, EVP and Head of Sales and Marketing at CSS Corp.

CloudMAP is the latest innovative solution from CSS Corp’s indigenous Innovation Labs which act as an entry point for clients to access new age capabilities of the organization. CSS Corp has developed a complete suite of solutions to shift from a “program” to “continuous delivery” model for cloud adoption.  Key cloud solutions are:

* CloudMAP – Automated cloud migration assessment and planning for a specific business process or enterprise workload. Reduces migration planning time by at least 40%.

* CloudPATH - Simplified, industrialized and predictable method of migrating enterprise workload through re-factoring, re-platforming and live workload migration. Improves success rate of migration by 30-60%.

* CloudDRIVE – Operational readiness from day 1 in the cloud using Next-gen predictive operations and automation platform for continuous optimization. Saves cloud spend by 20-25%.

These industry-leading technology capabilities have resulted in accelerated digital transformation for CSS Corp’s clients. Enterprise customers who look for business application-focused migration are especially benefitted through CSS Corp’s continuous planning, industrialized migration and integrated operations.

B20 Summit - Shaping an Interconnected World Takesoff in Berlin

At the B20 Summit on May 2-3, 2017 the Business20 (B20) presents its recommendations to German Chancellor Angela Merkel, who is presiding over the G20 in 2017. Over the past seven months, more than 700 representatives from companies and business associations from all G20 countries and sectors have developed recommendations, which strive to make the global economy more sustainable and future-oriented. The themes of this year’s G20 presidency are: Building Resilience, Improving Sustainability, and Assuming Responsibility. These are essential pillars for growth that is not only dynamic, but also inclusive and sustainable. The B20 supports these ambitions.

“If the G20 did not exist today, we would need to create it. Through trade, investment, financial integration, data flows, and migration, our economies are growing more and more interdependent. This interdependence is a driver of economic growth and prosperity“, B20 Chair Juergen Heraeus emphasized. However, it also means that crises can spread more easily, from country to country and region to region, and that existing opportunities can only be fully leveraged through joint efforts. “In our interconnected world, international cooperation is key – to realize the benefits but also to tackle the challenges”, Heraeus stressed.

The global business community is convinced that globalization offers tremendous opportunities. However, common rules, strong institutions, and international cooperation are necessary to shape the outcomes of globalization and ensure that everyone has the chance to benefit from it. “The G20 must meet the objective of not only fostering growth, but growth that is sustainable and inclusive. Everyone should be able to benefit from globalization,” Heraeus stated. Business is ready to carry its share of responsibility, through job creation, education and vocational training, responsible business conduct, and innovation.

The B20 is convinced that a future-oriented, sustainable, and competitive world economy can only be guaranteed if businesses keep finding innovative solutions to curtail climate change, foster the energy transition, and decrease resource intensity. The G20 can achieve this by implementing the Paris Agreement, accelerating the market readiness and deployment of low-carbon technologies, and by establishing a Resource Efficiency Platform.

G20 members should also promote open, dynamic and inclusive labor markets by removing structural and legal barriers, promoting diverse forms of work and female employment, and by bringing labor migration policies in line with labor market needs. “Rather than echoing the populist discourse that makes globalization the scapegoat for all kinds of problems – from economic downturn to security risks – we need to focus on offering real solutions to real problems”, Heraeus called on the G20.

"The B20 is the most authoritative setting for facing the challenges of the future, also for aerospace. "B20 Member and Protom Founder  Fabio De Felice stated.  "The world economy is becoming increasingly uncertain. In this environment it is more important than ever that we work towards an environment which fosters innovation, economic growth, and job creation.”

Protom is a Global Player for the designing and the development of innovative solutions both for SME’s and multinational corporations of aerospace. The company is leader in global consulting and system integration, specialized in KIBS (Knowledge Intensive Business Services) development. Through Research and Innovation, the main pillars of its approach, Protom constantly aims at delivering high-quality top-end services, and thus it is able to continuously attract new partners to pursue business objectives. Protom’s strengths include the ability of its departments to cooperate in order to deliver advanced services in accordance with the tailor-made approach of the company, which allows a customized and optimal execution of each project.

Nestlé India’s Unveils Amritsari Achari, Mumbaiya Chatak, Super Chennai and Bengali Jhaal New Range of Noodles In India

Nestlé India announced the launch of its MAGGI Masalas of India Noodles range. The new range of MAGGI noodles consists of four new flavors - Amritsari Achari, Mumbaiya Chatak, Super Chennai and Bengali Jhaal. All four variants have been crafted using signature herbs and spices used in various regional cuisines of India to create mouthwatering Indian flavors with a delicious MAGGI twist. A unique MAGGI Masalas of India Noodle box has been launched, that contains 3 units each, of all the 4 flavors and is available exclusively at PayTM Mall at a price of Rs 240.

Pepped with the quintessential spices of the homemade achaar, the Amritsari Achari Masala Noodles flavor has been inspired by Amritsari cuisine and is a delight for the people seeking a tangy- pickled-twist to their MAGGI noodles.

The Mumbaiya Chatak Masala is on ode to Mumbai’s chatakdaar sensibilities. Star anise, Clove, Cinnamon and Kasuri methi come together to form a delightful flavor and is an embodiment of everything Mumbaiya.

South India’s story is steeped around spices, leading to the region’s modern day pallet preferences. The Super Chennai Masala Noodles combines the flavors and aroma curry leaves, red chilies, tamarind and traditional sambar masala, spices which are native to South India.

The fourth flavor in the line-up has been influenced by West Bengal. Renowned for its tradition, culture and food, West Bengal has its own set of signature spices which gives food from the region a distinct taste. The panch-foran is a signature blend of five spices which come together to flavor the Bengali Jhaal Masala Noodles.

                                                                                    

Talking about the launch,  Maarten Geraets, General Manager, Foods said, “At Nestlé India, our brand philosophy is to offer our discerning consumers with unique brand experiences. With the launch of the MAGGI Masalas of India Noodles, we will be offering MAGGI lovers even more ways to enjoy their favorite noodles. We are happy to introduce this new range and are confident that it will be appreciated by our loyal customers, who expect nothing but the best from Nestlé India.”

Rapid Metro Gurgaon Phase II Is 6.6 km Corridor from Golf Course Road to Sector 55/56

The second phase of Rapid Metro Rail Gurgaon was launched today by the Haryana Chief Minister, Manohar Lal Khattar. With Siemens acting as a lead contractor, the second phase of Gurgaon metro has been successfully completed. The minimum headway will be 270 seconds which will give a line capacity to carry about 30,000 passengers. Siemens has supplied seven three-car trains for the extension. Each train can accommodate up to 800 passengers. Siemens has also supplied its Sicas ECC type electronic interlocking, LZB 700M automatic train control with ATP/ATO, and its Vicos OC 501 ATS system.

Phase I of the Rapid Metro Gurgaon has been in operation since November 2013 and connects Gurugram Cyber City with Sikanderpur and has a proven record of more than 99.88% punctuality. With the launch of Phase II, the connectivity has increased with additional 5 stops between Sikandarpur and DoubleTree Hotel in Sector 55/56. The southward extension of the Rapid Metro Rail will ease the commute to Golf Course and Golf Course Extension, greatly improving the poor connectivity in this rapidly growing commercial hub of the National Capital Region.

“We at Siemens are happy to be an integral part of the improvement in Gurugram’s public transportation system through the second phase of the Rapid Metro. Mobility is an area of expertise for us and Siemens will continue to partner with infrastructure providers to help improve connectivity,” said Tilak Raj Seth, Executive Vice-President and Head, Mobility, Siemens Ltd.

Startup Funding Drops 46% with No of Deals Falling 31% Q-o-Q in 2017

News Corp VCCEdge,  India’s leading publisher of alternative investment, deals and startup news, data and information and part of globally diversified media, education and information services group, News Corp, has today released its Startup Deal Report Q1 CY2017.

Capturing funding deal activities encompassing private equity, venture capital, angel/seed investment transactions for the seventeen quarters ending March 2017, the report also offers information on mergers and acquisitions with sector and region-wise analysis.

Highlights of Startup Deals report

Startup funding sees grim times

·         Startup funding activity slowed down drastically with deal-making slipping 47.45% vis-à-vis Q1 CY2016

·         Cumulative deal values dipped by 45.76% Q-o-Q

Consolidation soon after a record year of startup funding in the year 2015

·         M&A deals in the startup space witnessed a 75% jump Q-o-Q

·         Acquisition of Citrus Payments Solutions ($130mn), One Mobikwik ($41mn), ZipDial Mobile Solutions ($31mn) and Local Cube Commerce ($16mn) are amongst the top M&A deals

Investors show preference for late stage funding

·         Angel and seed investments fell both in volume and value terms with deal volumes reduced to half with 120 deals in Q1 CY2017 in comparison to 245 deals in the same period last year

·         Series A funding declined 65% in deal value on a Y-o-Y basis

·         Series B funding value improved 22% in the FY Q1 compared to the same period last year, despite deal numbers being lower by 16%.

Fin-tech in; Food-tech, Travel-tech on the way out

·         Fintech with 11 deals worth $18.5 mn, Food Tech with 8 deals worth $11.1 mn, Travel Tech with $11.3 mn from 4 deals, Health Tech with $8.43 mn from 10 deals and Real Estate Tech with 2 deals worth $10 mn were the top sectors that attracted investor interest

·         Health Tech remains a strong bet in terms of deals bagged

Bengaluru Outshines Delhi in Growth of Startup Funding Deals

·         24% of start-up deals were cracked in Bangalore at a total deal value of $96 mn with 67.5% being at the seed stage

·         Second is Delhi-NCR in terms of deal volume with 38 deals worth $44 mn

·         60% of deals in Mumbai were in the angel stage with cumulative deal values touching $34 mn

·         Hyderabad with 15 deals to the tune of $4mn and Chennai with 5 deals amounting to $12 mn made it to the top 5 investment destinations of India.

·         Investment pattern: Angel and seed investments seem to be the dominant theme across cities without exception

Key 5 Startup deals in Q1CY2017

·         Bengaluru-based ID Fresh Food India Pvt. Ltd (Packaged Foods & Meats category) raised $25mn 

·         Bengaluru-based Cue Learn Pvt. Ltd (Education Services category) raised $15mn

·         Gurgaon-based Square Yards Consulting Pvt. Ltd (Internet Software & Services category), Noida-based Holiday Triangle Travel Pvt. Ltd (Real Estate-Tech category) and Mumbai-basedUlink Agritech Pvt. Ltd. (Fertilizers & Agricultural Chemicals category) raised $10mn

Sharing her views on the News Corp VCCEdge Startup Deal analysis Q1 CY2017, Gaurav Roy, Business Head, VCCEdge, News Corp VCCirclesaid, “A rise in Series-B funding even as seed and Series-A funding trends show a decline reflects investor cautiousness in early and mid-stage funding and the increasing focus on market-readiness for funding. The relief however is that M&A deals have picked up momentum post-2015 coinciding with the drop in funding activity in the startup space, turning into an exit route for some promoters and a major source of funding for others. Enterprises which can work on a combination of strong revenue models and continuously updated technological knowhow which ensures a great consumer experience will continue to attract investors”.