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Securing the digital ecosystem is crucial in preventing cyber-attacks and security breaches. The software supply chain is an integral part of the ecosystem, but it also presents security threats that can lead to reputational damage, loss of intellectual property, and sensitive information breaches. Regulators worldwide, including EO14028, DHS risk management, DORA, SEBI, NCSA, CRA, and others, have published requirements to secure the software product and components, including secure sourcing, development, distribution, and maintenance of software products and their associated supply chains, promoting security and operational resilience. Following one such requirement from the US federal government, CISA published the self-attestation requirements on 28 April 2023, highlighting some of the key asks from software publishers where they had to submit self-attestation form by 12 June 2023, for all the critical software and on/by 14 September 2023, for all the other software. This paper provides insights into:  1) Increasing software supply chain attacks and changing attack patterns have made securing digital assets in the digital supply chain ecosystem paramount.  2) Practical implementation guidance for software publisher organisations to secure their software products and associated supply chain, in accordance with self-attestation requirement under OMB memorandum- M-22-18.  3) Role of technology platform to assess and manage software supply chain: Technology is essential in building a resilient software supply chain pipeline. Automation can enhance transparency, security, and decision-making capabilities in today’s interconnected digital ecosystem.  4) Actionable insights for software consumers to assess and manage risks associated with third-party software products and components before deployment or onboarding, promoting a comprehensive approach to software risk management and ensuring secure software supply chains. Akhilesh Tuteja | Atul Gupta | Kunal Pande | Srinivas PBS | Srijit Menon | Javed Hasan | Anand Revashetti | Pavitra Shah | Priyal Khurana #SoftwareSupplyChainSecurity #EO14028 #CISASelfAttestation #DORA #SupplyChainAttacks

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This is how one month of Organic growth looks like for Tulsi from seed to sapling. Nature has amazing way of rewarding persistence,patience,steadiness,continuos nurturing/learning be it personal or professional life #growthmindset PwC India

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In the below article Ms. Monica Jasuja has well-articulated the role of Generative-AI in digital payments. Data and quality remain essential drivers to accelerate the growth of the payments industry. The industry generates massive amounts of data pertaining to transactions, customer behaviour and finance and also need to rely on many external data sources. The introduction of ISO20022 will make more structured data available. This will make it easier to integrate GenAI solutions into existing systems. Key success factor is building a data lake, which constitutes data of : a) Customer   b) Payment transaction c) External reference data – sanctions, routing, IBAN, Forex, BIC, LEI etc. c) Payment processes – Validation errors, rejections, cancellations, frauds, compliance/sanctions alerts, reconciliation, liquidity etc. d) Regulations and latest guidelines d) Intermediary FIs e) ISO 20022 standards and guidelines, f) Country wise payment rails / clearing systems and regulatory rules Data lake is created from a pool of information generated by the integration process. Integration process is about bringing both structured and unstructured data together from various sources into a single, comprehensive view. Transformation, cleansing, extract, attaching metadata for unstructured data, and load are a few processes involved in data integration. It requires collaboration among customers, business partners, service providers, industry stakeholders, regulators and technology providers. #payments #datalake

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Excited to introduce our suite of CFO products designed to streamline processes and reporting, empowering businesses to make data-driven decisions with confidence. Learn how our solutions can transform your financial operations today! #CFO #Finance #Products

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Government: We decided to put 17.5K in your pocket by making changes to tax slab, Oh, by the way, if you are an investor this will help you pay LTCG and STCG. If you are more of a consumer, you pay GST with this. See how we simplified taxation! #unionbudget2024

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🌟 Insights from the 6th CFO Confex & Awards 2024 🌟 I was privileged to attend the 6th CFO Confex & Awards in Bangalore today. The sessions were incredibly insightful, featuring industry leaders and Senior finance executives / CFOs who shared valuable perspectives on the evolving role of CFOs. The discussions expanded beyond traditional financial management, focusing on key areas that are shaping the future of finance: 🔹 ESG & Sustainability – A growing emphasis on how CFOs are becoming central to driving sustainability initiatives and integrating ESG into business strategy. 🔹 AI in Finance – Exciting takeaways on leveraging AI for smarter spend management, enhancing financial insights, and improving decision-making. 🔹 Business Strategy & Growth – The emerging role of CFOs in navigating business transformation and driving growth through strategic leadership. 🔹 Cost Management & Efficiency – Insights on how modern CFOs are not just managing costs but are pivotal in measuring performance and improving financial health. 🔹 Financial Transformation – CFOs’ strategies in adapting to rapid technological shifts and economic uncertainties to steer organizations towards resilience. 🔹 Ethics & Integrity – Reaffirming the importance of ethical guidance and transparency in fostering trust and upholding moral values in finance. 🔹 Crisis Leadership – Exploring the CFO's crucial role in managing business crises and turnarounds with agility and strategic foresight. A huge thank you to the panelists and organizers for the learning opportunity. It was an enriching experience to exchange ideas with some of the brightest minds in the industry! Heartiest Congratulations to all Award Winners! #CFO #FinanceLeadership #ESG #AIinFinance #DigitalTransformation #BusinessStrategy #CostManagement #EthicsInFinance #FinancialTransformation #Leadership #CFOConfex2024

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@Sudhakar Singh, Chief AI Security Officer, SAP Labs India, highlighted that data is the backbone of an AI system and one of its most critical assets. He emphasised the importance of data security and ensuring that sensitive information is not included in model training or exposed. Deloitte India's collaboration with SAP is essential in managing these concerns and establishing a robust and secure system. Watch this video to know more. Anand Rajagopalan, Sandeep Poojary, Lakshmi Nivashini Jaganathan, Pratik Godura #GenAI #SAP #DigitalTransformation #Techonogy

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I am a KV product. Only those who attended Kendriya Vidyalayas (KV) can understand this phrase. I completed my schooling at kendriya vidyalaya jat regiment centre. In 1997-98, I was in 11th grade when we learned that we would have a #computer lab. But the question was, what is a computer? When I first saw a #desktop, it looked like something alien. Our entire focus was on the monitor. I'm not sure if we had a mouse back then, but the #CPU was completely neglected. I asked my teacher, "What is this, and did we make it?" He laughed and replied, "No, these are some old computers from Italy. Rajiv Gandhi brought them here for KV schools so that you kids can learn about computers." I never validated this information given by my lab assistant. But the exciting part was playing a #pingpong type of #game on it. It was simple, a ball would come down from the top of the screen, and a line could be controlled using the left and right keys and the spacebar to bounce it. That was so exciting!! At that time, I asked my teacher very innocently, why can't we make our own computers? His reply was so demotivating that I can still remember his laugh, which symbolized our helplessness. But in some way, he was right. We grew up seeing #Maruti #Suzuki, #Kawasaki #Bajaj, #Hero Honda in terms of technology transfers, and #Toshiba, #Philips, #LG, #Samsung in terms of #electronics. In software, we were just a #coding country, the #logic and #algorithms were always created outside #India. We were, and perhaps still are, the people who consume #technology instead of researching and developing something of our own. A country that gave the world so much, from #zero to Kamasutra, from #yoga to #ayurveda, has somehow forgotten to invest in research and has just become a consumer market for all the people who are investing in R&D. As of now, what are we doing? Making #OLA from #Uber, #Flipkart from #Amazon. We need proven solutions, and we are happy to replicate them. The worst part is we are using our #scientists and #researchers for #administrative jobs. The same people are doing great outside India. We need to rethink how we want to continue. Good to see this post, that now we have started investing in R&D. I am super excited to see a future where other countries look to us as an R&D hub. As far as I know, a few Indian guys are trying hard to get the first Indian #quantum computers alive with a good number of #qubits. As usual, their struggle is real, working against red tape, which is quite low in terms of #government support, but still, we are not at par. The other day, someone was saying the next century belongs to India, but without #investment in R&D, this is not possible. So, a good start. Deloitte HashedIn by Deloitte Bajaj Auto Ltd Hero MotoCorp Maruti Suzuki India Limited Ola Flipkart Uber Government of India Kendriya Vidyalaya

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🚀 Exciting News! PwC India has launched a Centre of Excellence for SAP® Business #Technology Platform, in partnership with #SAP India, to revolutionize enterprise #innovation. Discover how we're transforming business processes and driving #digital transformation! 🌐 #SAPBTP #EnterpriseInnovation

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Continuous Learning is Integral part of Solution Architect Life. Initiated learning path again to sharpen skills in some of leading cloud technologies.

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Top 10 Literate States- - Kerala: 96.2% literacy - Lakshadweep: 91.85% literacy - Mizoram: 91.33% literacy - Goa: 88.70% literacy - Tripura: 87.22% literacy - Daman and Diu: 87.10% literacy - Andaman and Nicobar Islands: 86.63% - Delhi: 86.21% literacy - Chandigarh: 86.05% literacy - Himachal Pradesh: 82.80% literacy Now these states shows impressive educational literacy rates. But the story changes when we talk about “financial literacy” 👉Only 27% of India's population is financially literate. 👉Just 16.7% of students grasp basic money management skills. 👉Less than 4% of Indians invest in mutual funds or equities. Educational literacy is essential, But Financial literacy is a necessity today! Should schools and institutions prioritise basic financial literacy? ❤️Yes much needed 👍No [28/08, 14:22] null: I came across a viral post recently A Delhi entrepreneur created a LinkedIn profile for his 2-year-old son, humorously stating, "Just a kid, trying to find my place in this world." Honestly, it made me pause. As a mother, I’m focused on teaching my daughter, Siya, basic skills from a young age—things like understanding the value of money and the importance of saving. But creating a professional profile at two? This highlights the increasing pressures of modern education and a race to success. There’s a fine line between preparing them and overwhelming them. I'm curious to know what you’ll think! How do you approach this with your kids? ❤️Focus on financial basics first. 🙏Start career preparation early. 👍Just Let them enjoy their childhood. 😂Encourage social skills and play.

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Excited to announce our partnership with Smartsheet, a leading cloud-based enterprise work management platform. This collaboration enables #BDOIndia to leverage Smartsheet's innovative tools in Modern Project Management, empowering businesses to streamline operations, boost productivity, and achieve operational excellence. #DigitalTransformation #Collaboration #Smartsheet #ModernProjectManagement #BusinessGrowth

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How is AI transforming the future of finance? In this episode of EY India Insights: Navigating Alliances, Kush Kumar, Senior Vice President, Global Enterprise Sales, HighRadius , and Rishabh Jain, Partner, Finance Transformation, EY discuss the impact of AI and Generative AI on finance functions. They also explore how the EY and HighRadius partnership is driving digital transformation and the growing role of India’s Global Capability Centers as innovation leaders. Click here to tune in to EY Insight: Navigating Alliances podcast : https://go.ey.com/3BdRlFT #ShapeTheFutureWithConfidence #EYEcosystems #GenAI

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𝐓𝐮𝐧𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐞𝐩𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐝𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐄𝐘 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐚 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬! https://lnkd.in/gtCjygqf Join Kush Kumar, SVP of Global Enterprise Sales at HighRadius, and Rishabh Jain, Partner at EY, as they discuss the impact of AI and Generative AI on finance. Learn how the EY-HighRadius partnership is taking part in this journey towards creating valuable outcomes via AI. #ShapeTheFutureWithConfidence #EYEcosystems #GenAI

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Anna, a 26-year-old Chartered Accountant at EY India, tragically passed away in July 2024. Her mother cited overwhelming workload and relentless pressure as contributing factors. This incident has sparked a nationwide discussion on workplace stress and the need for better employee well-being practices. This tragic event underscores the importance of prioritizing one's health and well-being over work demands. Remember, while your contributions are valuable, you are ultimately replaceable to the company. Taking care of your mental and physical health should always come first. #MentalHealthMatters #WorkLifeBalance #IndiaWorkCulture #justiceforanna

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Join me for this upcoming session on Salesforce Einstein Copilot on 14th September '24; where we will be covering it's basics, architecture and the use of AI in framing the conversations in natural language. #salesforce #jaipurmarketers #eisteincopilot #session #AI #machinelearning #llm

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🌟 Excited to share my latest article featured on CXOToday, and a huge thank you to ITC Infotech for highlighting it in their recent LinkedIn post! 🚀 In this piece, I delve into the transformative role of Gen AI in revolutionizing Anti-Money Laundering (AML) strategies. With the staggering amount of more than $1 trillion laundered annually, it's clear that traditional AML systems need a significant upgrade. Gen AI offers a promising solution by generating realistic synthetic data that enhances the robustness and accuracy of AML models. This not only reduces the high false positive rates but also ensures privacy-preserving data practices. It's fascinating how techniques like generative adversarial networks (GAN) can simulate realistic financial transactions, providing the much-needed scalability for training AI models. By integrating Gen AI into AML strategies, we are not just improving compliance but also fostering a culture of continuous innovation. I am particularly proud of the innovative Gen AI frameworks and accelerators we've developed at ITC Infotech to tailor Gen AI techniques to our clients' needs. Special thanks to our leadership for fostering an environment that encourages innovation and collaboration, and to my amazing team for their dedication and expertise. 🤖💡 🔗 Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/g5j6jP-X #GenerativeAI #AML #SyntheticData #TechInnovation #DataScience #ITCInfotech #Teamwork #Leadership #AITransformation

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The most exciting aspect of AI is the unprecedented opportunities it is unlocking in the field of data science, notes Vijay Krishnan Gopalakrishnan, Partner, Deloitte India. By harnessing the power of advanced algorithms and #ML, organisations are able to uncover deeper insights, drive innovation, and make data-driven decisions faster than ever before. This new frontier is transforming the way we work with data, offering endless potential for growth and innovation in every industry. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/dWqt7WJU #Ai #GenAI #GenerativeAI #DeloitteOnAI #Innovation #DataScience

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