CII Manufacturing

CII-JICA-AOTS Training Programme on Industry 4.0

Recognizing the importance of Digital Transformation in manufacturing process, CII has partnered with Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) and Association for Overseas Technical Cooperation and Sustainable Partnerships (AOTS) for conducting Training Programme on Industry 4.0

Batch 1 (Gurgaon) : 1- 3 July 2024

Batch 2 (Mumbai) : 4-6 July 2024

Testimonial

Mr Pradeep Mittal

Deputy Executive Director

Dalmia Bharat Sugar and Industries Ltd

I recently attended the Industry 4.0 program organised by CII, and it was a truly enlightening experience. The program provided a comprehensive overview of the deep learning and case studies lead to shaping the future of manufacturing.The sessions were engaging, informative, and perfectly balanced between theory and practical applications. The speakers were experts in their fields, and their insights were invaluable. Specifically, it evolved around,

  • Leveraging IoT and data analytics for predictive maintenance
  • Implementing AI-powered quality control systems
  • Designing and optimizing smart manufacturing workflows

I'm confident that the strategies and techniques learned during the program will enable us to:

  • Improve production efficiency
  • Reduce downtime
  • Enhance product quality

The program has equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate the challenges and opportunities of Industry 4.0. I am confident that the learnings from this program will have a significant impact on my organization's digital transformation journey. I would highly recommend this program to anyone interested in staying ahead of the curve in the rapidly evolving landscape of Industry 4.0.”

Suresh R Chavan

General Manager – Operations

Kirloskar Pneumatic Company Limited

We are very much thankful to CII for organising such a useful training program. As a participant in the CII-JICA-AOTS training program on Industry 4.0, I can confidently say it was an eye-opening experience. The program provided a comprehensive understanding of how digitalization and digitization are useful in the manufacturing landscape. The program managed to cover key concepts like IoT, AI, and other digital technologies used by companies with a local and global operations. Mr.Mitsuru Abe, Representative Director/General Secretary, AI and IoT promotions Association/AOTS, Japan lead the sessions which were highly knowledgeable and demonstrated the frameworks of Japanese-style industry 4.0. He also covered the strategy with implemented case studies of the companies that have progressed on Industry 4.0 drive. Shared success stories of the Smart Factory implemented companies made the session more interesting. The program concluded with a planned factory visit at KPCL Saswad plant and we were glad to have you all. Thanks to your kind words on the implemented IoT and IIoT solutions at our factory. Our morale has skyrocketed, and we are more motivated than ever to take ahead the learnings from such an important training program. AI implementation is the takeaway for KPCL.

CII & IITD-AIA FSM Two-Days Masterclass on Smart Manufacturing

Download Master Class

CII and IITD-AIA Foundation for Smart Manufacturing jointly organises a Masterclass a Smart Manufacturing, with the goal of providing participants with a thorough understanding of Smart Manufacturing as well as practical aspects of implementation. The two batches of the masterclass witnessed a participation of nearly 100 members across diverse industries.

3rd Batch: 24-25 October 2024

2nd Batch: 3-4 April 2024

1st Batch: 6-7 November 2023

Testimonial

Mrs. Sathyapriya Balakrishnan

Managing Director

Zahoransky Moulds and Machines Pvt Ltd

Through the CII-IITD-AIA FSM Masterclass on Smart Manufacturing, I am excited to incorporate and implement the various applications into our company. Key takeaways include performance monitoring systems, sensor integration, and 3D printing concepts. I highly encourage industry members to fully utilize this unique opportunity.

Mr Swapnesh K

Head-Manufacturing Strategy & Development

Apollo Tyres Ltd

Thankful to the CII & IIT-Delhi team for organising the Masterclass. I believe this initiative is crucial, especially as we enter a new industrial revolution. It offered a valuable platform for diverse industry members to collaborate and brainstorm ideas for the future of smart manufacturing. Expanding this initiative on a larger scale will provide a significant advantage in implementing these concepts within organizations and leveraging them for business benefits.

CII & RA Two-Day Training Programme on Industry 4.0

CII in partnership with Rockwell Automation, organises Training Programmes on Industry 4.0. The key objective of this initiative is to sensitize industry professionals around advanced technologies for adoption of smart, sustainable, and digital manufacturing practices. The programme is designed with learning modules that will be delivered through a mix of immersive sessions across multiple settings, such as - classroom; technology experience centre; industrial site & research lab visits. A virtual walkthrough of Rockwell Automation’s Smart Factory in Singapore is also featured in the program. More than 100 participants trained in this programme.

2025

6 th Batch: 6-7 November 2025

The sixth edition equipped senior industry leaders with a strategic understanding of Artificial Intelligence, its practical applications, and its role in enhancing manufacturing competitiveness.

Through expert sessions, virtual tours, live demonstrations, and interactive discussions, participants gained valuable insights into AI adoption, implementation challenges, and roadmap development. The programme also included a plant visit to Bimbo Bakeries India Pvt Ltd, Alwar, Rajasthan, where participants observed real-world use cases of AI in manufacturing.

5 th Batch: 18-19 September 2025

CII organised the Fifth Edition of its Training Programme on Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Manufacturing in September 2025.

The training witnessed active participation from leading companies such as DCM Shriram, Eureka Forbes, Avaada Energy, Wheels India, Brakes India, AWL Agri Business, and several others.

The wide spectrum of participants—from engineering and production heads to digital transformation leads—reflected the growing interest and need for AI adoption in Indian manufacturing. During the programme, participants had the opportunity to visit Addverb Technologies, a pioneer in robotics and automation, where they experienced how AI and advanced automation are transforming modern manufacturing.

Participants also visited the Foundation for Smart Manufacturing (FSM), IIT Delhi, where they explored pioneering research and breakthrough innovations shaping the future of smart manufacturing.

4 th Batch: 21-22 August 2025

The fourth batch of the training programme saw participation from leading organisations including Toyota Kirloskar Motor Pvt Ltd, L& T Heavy Engineering Ltd, Godrej Agrovet Ltd, TVS Motor Company Ltd, Jindal Stainless Ltd, Minda Corporation Ltd, Tynor Orthotics Pvt Ltd, and several others.

As part of the programme, participants visited the Mother Dairy Plant in New Delhi to observe the application of AI and advanced automation within the operational environment.

3 rd Batch: 24-25 July 2025

The third batch was conducted on 24–25 July 2025 in Delhi NCR. Designed for industry professionals, the programme focused on the strategic adoption of Artificial Intelligence in manufacturing through expert presentations, virtual tours, live demonstrations, and interactive discussions. A key highlight was the industry visit to the Maruti Suzuki plant, offering participants a first-hand view of AI applications on the shopfloor. The programme provided valuable insights and practical tools to help participants build and implement AI roadmaps in their organisations.

2 nd Batch: 12-13 June 2025

The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) conducted the Second Edition of the Two-Day Training Programme on AI in Manufacturing on 12–13 June 2025 in Delhi NCR. The programme was designed to provide senior industry leaders with a strategic perspective on Artificial Intelligence, its real-world industrial applications, and its potential to strengthen manufacturing competitiveness.

The agenda featured expert-led sessions, virtual tours, live demonstrations, and interactive deliberations, enabling participants to gain practical insights into AI adoption strategies, implementation challenges, and the development of structured AI roadmaps.

The programme saw participation from leading organizations including Kirloskar Pneumatic Co Ltd, DCM Shriram Ltd, BTL EPC Ltd, Crystal Crop Protection Ltd, Tata Consultancy Services Ltd, Minda Corporation Ltd, Ramkrishna Forgings Ltd, among others.

In addition, participants undertook a plant visit to the Tata Steel Plant, Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, where they observed practical AI use cases integrated within an operational manufacturing environment.

1 st Batch: 24-25 April 2025

The training witnessed participation from leading companies such as Jubilant Ingrevia, Ashok Leyland, Abbott Healthcare, Agappe Diagnostics, TATA Autocomp, Dixon Technologies, Milacron India, Uno Minda, and several others.

The diverse mix of participants from engineering and production heads to digital transformation leads reflected the growing interest and need for AI adoption in Indian manufacturing. As part of the programme, participants visited Addverb Technologies, a leading robotics and automation solutions provider, to witness firsthand the use of AI and advanced automation in modern manufacturing.

Additionally, a curated academic visit to the Foundation for Smart Manufacturing (FSM), IIT Delhi was organized to showcase cutting-edge research and innovation in smart manufacturing.

2024

3rd Batch: 19-20 Sep 2024

2nd Batch: 2-3 May 2024

1st Batch: 8-9 February 2024

2023

5th Batch: 28-29 September 2023

4th Batch: 24-25 August 2023

3rd Batch: 27-28 July 2023

2nd Batch: 8-9 June 2023

1st Batch: 27-28 April 2023

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