Persistent Systems has announced its intent to join IBM’s ecosystem of partners using IBM’s new Automation Foundation and IBM. IBM Cloud Paks for Automation is an AI-powered portfolio that helps customers streamline business processes, automate tasks based on data analysis and continuously improve workflows that run centrally, in networks, and at the edge. With over…
Visionet, an IT and BPM firm, has announced that it will be covering 100 percent vaccination costs for all its staff (full-time, contract, and intern). The company is already in advanced discussion with private service providers for vaccination, and the drive will start as soon as government approvals and procurement of vaccines are allowed. The…
Infosys, the global provider of next-generation digital services and consulting, has announced that it has been selected by Britvic, a branded soft drinks business in Europe, as a strategic end-to-end partner to help them deliver their strategic transformation roadmap and operations, across Applications, Cloud Infrastructure, Service Management and End User Computing. As Britvic’s strategic partner, Infosys will…
ProMobi Technologies has announced that NuovoPay, its device locking technology platform, has joined hands with Angaza, a provider of software technology designed specifically for last-mile distribution businesses. “We are beyond excited to enter into this partnership with Angaza. With this tight integration, we hope to serve consumers in emerging markets with smartphone technology while also ensuring…
Agora, Inc., a platform for real-time engagement APIs, has announced a partnership with HTC as part of the HTC VIVEⓇ Independent Software Vendors (ISV) Program to accelerate the adoption of VR innovation in real-time engagement (RTE) applications. HTC VIVE is a virtual reality (VR) platform and ecosystem creating true-to-life VR experiences for businesses and consumers.…
Harappa, India’s learner-centered institution of the future has announced its partnership with the Jai Bharath Group of Institutions, to prepare their students for the upcoming placement season. As an educational institution networks in Kerala, the Jai Bharath Group owns eight premier colleges offering degrees in engineering, management, arts and sciences. Harappa aims to upskill students…
Migrate World, headquartered in Dubai with offices across the world, has announced its expansion into the Indian Market by opening offices in New Delhi and Mumbai. “In addition to firm favourites like the US, UK and Canada, HNIs from India are also exploring other locations such as Portugal, Greece, Malta, Cyprus and other European countries.…
Aspect Software will merge with Noble Systems of Atlanta Georgia, to form Alvaria™, a new global company delivering optimized customer experience and workforce engagement software and cloud services technology solutions. The newly combined company will be led by Patrick Dennis, Aspect President and CEO. “This merger will combine two of the leaders in the customer…
Koo, a microblogging platform, is aiming to double its workforce in the coming one year as it scales up its customer base on the platform, according to co-founder Aprameya Radhakrishna. He added, “When folks join Koo, they bring their followers as well, we don’t have too many Bollywood folks yet, we don’t have too many…
Chipotle Mexican Grill has announced that it is increasing restaurant wages resulting in a $15 average hourly wage by the end of June. The company informed in a statement, “In addition to best-in-class benefits and a competitive hourly rate, Chipotle’s crew members can advance to a Restaurateur, the highest General Manager position, in as little…
SWELECT Energy Systems has closed its offices, units in Tamil Nadu, Karnataka amid lockdown. “In view of the second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic, followed by the lockdown announced by the Government of Tamil Nadu and Karnataka, the operations of the office/ units of the company are closed today onwards and respective office employees are allowed to attend…
BioNTech SE has announced plans to expand its global footprint to Asia with the establishment of its Regional Headquarters for southeast Asia in Singapore. In addition to selecting Singapore as its future regional headquarters, BioNTech plans to establish a fully integrated mRNA manufacturing facility in Singapore with support from the Singapore Economic Development Board. BioNTech…
Hero MotoCorp – a manufacturer of motorcycles and scooters – has decided to extend the shutdown at its manufacturing facilities across India, its Global Parts Center (GPC) in Neemrana and its R&D facility – the Centre of Innovation and Technology (CIT) in Jaipur – by another week, till May 16, 2021. This is also in…
Virtusa Corporation, a global provider of digital strategy, digital engineering, and IT services and solutions, has introduced its 24/7 COVID-19 Care portal with personalised features designed to help ensure the safety of employees during the pandemic. A statement made by the company said, “A unique feature of Virtusa’s COVID-19 initiative includes its personalised approach towards…
In line with call for large scale covid vaccination by Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi and as per directions of Shri R.K. Singh, Minister of State (Independent Charge) (Power and New & Renewable Energy) & Minister of State (Skill Development and Entrepreneurship), Government of India, NHPC Limited is undertaking large scale covid vaccination drives for…