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LIC partners with AT Kearney for agency transformation initiative
LIC, in partnership with A.T. Kearney, launches 'Jeevan Samarth' to transform itself with global practices. CEO S Mohanty emphasized future-proofing 1.4 million agents. The project reviews branch, division, and zonal levels, addressing customers' evolving needs in savings, health insurance, ULIP, and pensions.
The AI boom has an unlikely early winner: Wonky consultants
As the tech industry explores avenues to monetise generative AI, consultants have already started capitalising on its potential profitability. Companies like McKinsey & Co, IBM, and Accenture are experiencing increasing sales and expanding their workforce. This trend is driven by a desperate need for technology experts who can serve as guides, helping businesses understand the implications of generative AI and its potential benefits.
Big 4’s management consulting arms gain muscle
The management consulting business has been growing 25-30% for all firms in the last two years. At the Big Four, the total number of partners engaged in strategy, operations, and the top end of digital advisory — areas typically dominated by firms like McKinsey, BCG and Bain — stands close to 300, with consultant numbers at 5,500-6,000. However, the varying number of digital consultants each firm adds to management consulting complicates direct comparisons.
Novavente raises $3 million from Highbrow Securities
The partnership with Highbrow Securities is also expected to enhance Novavente's market credibility as it prepares for a public listing on the London Stock Exchange. The sales consulting firm will use the fresh funds to fuel expansion plans and enhance offerings and services. Beyond its core business, Novaventa has also invested in developing generative AI products.
IGL to diversify into solar rooftop, battery recycling
"With the exponential growth being witnessed in the electric vehicle market, demand for batteries has risen significantly. Many rare earth metals go into battery manufacturing, so IGL thinks recycling them could be a lucrative option, especially when not many companies are doing it," said another senior industry executive.
Tata Group firms engaged in over 100 Gen AI projects: N Chandrasekaran
TCS chairman N Chandrasekaran announced over 100 Gen AI projects within Tata Group, showcasing tangible business impact in customer experience, productivity, and efficiency.
India Inc doubles down on getting the gender mix right
Naina Lal Kidwai, chairperson of Rothschild & Co, who is also on the board of directors of Biocon and UPL, said one of the big factors fuelling this change is ESG reporting. Companies, especially the larger ones, are seeking ratings from global firms like Moody’s where one of the questions being asked is around diversity and inclusion. Indian companies also need to disclose Business Responsibility and Sustainability reporting besides adhering to integrated reporting where ESG etc, is being integrated into annual reports.
Percentage of women in senior leadership roles increases to 18% in 2023 from 16% in 2016: Report
The report by LinkedIn and The Quantum Hub highlights that while there has been an increase in women joining the workforce, leadership positions still lack gender parity. The representation of women across the workforce rose to 26.8% in 2024, but senior leadership roles only account for 18.3%, showing a decline from the previous year. Industries like education and government administration have higher female leadership representation, while sectors like construction and utilities lag behind.
GIC, Xander buy Allianz-Shapoorji Pallonji JV’s Hyderabad IT SEZ WaveRock for Rs 2,200 cr
In May 2023, ET first reported that global insurance and asset management major Allianz Group and Shapoorji Pallonji Group were looking to exit the IT Special Economic Zone (SEZ) property and that GIC had emerged as the frontrunner to acquire the 2.4-million-sq-ft asset.
Daughter of Divi's founder shells out Rs 80 crore for two Hyderabad properties
Nilima Prasad Divi, daughter of Murali Divi, the founder of Divi's Laboratories, a prominent pharmaceutical company in India, has recently acquired two properties in Hyderabad, totaling Rs 80 crore. The first property, located in Jubilee Hills, spans 12,000 sq ft with a built-up area of 200 sq ft. The second property, also covering 12,000 sq ft, was acquired for a similar amount from Moturi Surya Kamal Prasad, according to the sale deed documents provided by Zapkey.
Key changes at Wipro; CCI on digital firms’ ‘opaque’ algorithms
IT services company Wipro is undergoing more changes under new CEO Srinivas Pallia. More on this on today’s ETtech Top 5.
AI-led tech craze leaves mega Indian software stocks in the dust
Unlike counterparts in the developed world and China, Indian software makers including leader Tata Consultancy Services have yet to make significant advances in generative AI. That combined with a still cloudy outlook for client spending may soon leave them looking like the tech bets of yesterday.
IIM Shillong placements recorded highest CTC of Rs 71.50 lakh
IIM Shillong's 2022-24 batch achieved a highest CTC of Rs 71.50 lakh per annum, with significant improvements in placements across various domains. The institute's focus on excellence and quality education reflects in the lucrative job offers received.
Midcaps up M&A game with winds of tech spends revival
Indian IT sector witnesses a surge in acquisitions by firms of all sizes, driven by the need to pivot to new technologies and business models. Smaller players innovate and acquire to become key innovation partners in digital areas.
Reddit user alleges TCS suspended him for reporting security incident
TCS employee on Reddit suspended for whistleblowing security incident involving personal laptops and shared login credentials. Allegations include preferential treatment in recruitment and employment discrimination in the US.
The young backroom players playing a big role in this year's polls
These are grads hired in large numbers by consulting firms specialising in communication and public relations, and well entrenched in the political space.
NBCC bags contracts worth Rs 450 crore in Chhattisgarh, Kerala
NBCC obtained Rs 450 crore contracts from the Supreme Court's Receiver for projects in Chhattisgarh and Kerala. ASPIRE aims to complete 38,000 flats. R Venkataramani is involved. The contracts were disclosed in a regulatory filing.
Savills to triple its business in India in 3 to 5 years
Savills targets tripling business in India over 3-5 years, focusing on acquisitions in facility management. Top markets are UK, US, China, and Southeast Asia. Growth hubs include Bangalore, Delhi, Hyderabad, Mumbai, and Kolkata.
World Bank looks for consulting firms to create state level DPI adoption index
This will be carried out with the ministry of electronics and information technology (MeitY) overseeing the process, an official aware of the matter told ET, adding that the last date for firms to apply is April 30.
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