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🌿✨ Embracing AYUSH: Empowering Health Naturally! 🌟 Did you know? Recent data from the survey on AYUSH conducted by National Sample Survey Office, India reveals that 50% of Indians used AYUSH healthcare system in the last year! 🔹 AYUSH system of medicines refers to the use of one or more of the system(s) of Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha, Sowa-Rigpa and Homeopathy 🔹 95% of rural and 96% of urban folks are aware of AYUSH traditions. 🔹 85% of rural and 86% of urban households practice Medicinal Plants/Home Remedies/Local Health Traditions. 🔹 Nearly half of rural (46%) and over half of urban (53%) individuals used AYUSH in the last year for health benefits. We at SaveIN work with several leading alternate medicine providers like Dr Batra’s Healthcare Jiva Ayurveda Madhavbaug Homeocare International among others, and are witnessing tremendous demand for alternate therapies, especially for chronic diseases and lifestyle disorders. Let's continue to explore the power of traditional wisdom in promoting holistic wellness alongside adopting the latest in healthcare! 🌱💪 #AYUSH #HolisticHealth #WellnessJourney #TraditionalMedicine #Healthcare #Lifestyle

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AI-powered blue-collar recruitment platform Vahan.ai has raised $10 Mn (INR 83.7 Cr) in a Series B funding round led by existing backer Khosla Ventures.  The round also saw participation from Y Combinator, Gaingels and Paytm founder Vijay Shekhar Sharma among others 👇 The latest round takes the startup’s cumulative funding to $18 Mn till date, including $8 Mn and an undisclosed amount raised in 2021 and 2019, respectively. Vahan seeks to use the fresh money to develop its AI recruitment technology, which will support eight major Indian languages, including Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, Marathi, Bangla and Gujarati. Currently, Vahan’s AI recruiter conducts interviews in English and Hindi. However, within the next year, the platform will expand into other languages To read the in-depth article, click here: https://lnkd.in/gSrziXGT #news #AI #startup #funding

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Continuing the FitBiz360 story..... We identified a great technical partner in India - Rage Communications. They co-created an architecture for the solution and started coding using rapid prototyping. This meant we were quality checking every module and delivery, before it was considered "live". We made what turned out to be one of our best decisions, we split the software from the content (so no content is hard coded). Why is that important - well here is an actual event: - The HR Director of Rage asked if we could run an employee engagement survey for them - Using our in-house subject matter expert on HR issues, we created a survey and loaded it within half a day. - The survey was run in the business and from start to finish took 48 Hours. The reason for 48 hours was simply the time it took over 200 people to respond to the request to complete the survey. - As soon as the last employee hit submit (well within say 2 minutes processing time) I was looking at the results and the final report - I shared this with the HR Director and he sprung the "surprise" - the company had a physical consultancy conducting an employee engagement previously that took around 3 month duration in total. - We had taken 48 hours, remember and then the final icing was when he said FitBiz360 had hit 95% of the issues identified by the physical consultants. - What would this efficiency and effectiveness uplift provide for your consulting practice? - The case study is available if you would like to know more - just message or reply yes below.

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Although Enterprise SaaS companies have higher ACV, NRR and upsell potential compared to SMB SaaS companies, the key challenges are long and complex implementation cycles and cost overruns. How do we drive faster go-live with enterprise customers profitably at scale? To find out, join us in this webinar on this Friday. Would be great to hear your experiences and learnings as well. ZapScale CogniSaaS

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Finsire has recently started its learning series - Ideally by chatting with the best folks in the Industry. Here, with Siddharth Shetty, Co-founder and CTO of Account Aggregator (AA) from DigiSahamati Foundation, we speak about the data exchange's inception, growth, and future in India. - We use AA for various reasons, including pushing boundaries in India's data exchange layer with various use cases. - It's been about three years since it went live, and over 70 million cumulative Indian accounts are linked. - One-of-a-kind data sharing network from India that is not seen anywhere across the globe, baring Singapore with https://lnkd.in/gyrCQtVQ - Different approach to protect consumers as compared to the previous models that existed to attain consumer data by various methods used by Plaid or Salt Edge Onemoney Finvu (Cookiejar Technologies) Protean eGov Technologies Anumati by Perfios AA NADL - Account Aggregator Computer Age Management Services Limited KFin Technologies Ltd. Enjoy - Please click on the link below and watch the video!

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The seeds of adoption are set during onboarding, but they are actually planted even earlier—almost during the sale. - Clay Telfer Have you checked out this insightful episode of the Scale Tale podcast? Mausmi Ambastha (COO & Co-founder, ZapScale) dives deep with the customer success expert Clay Telfer on two essential topics: 🎯 Helping customers define their definition of success. 🎯 Tailoring the onboarding experience to meet their needs. Tune in now 👉🏻 https://lnkd.in/gPD3JnKh #CustomerSuccess #CustomerOnboarding #SaaS

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Have a great idea? Join the AIC Startup Incubator Program☕️ I had a wonderful chat with Praveen HJ, CEO of AIC CCRI CED and got to know how AIC has been successfully helping a lot of Indian startups get a firm foothold in the market. 🚀 I wanted to share those insights with you guys and on our latest episode🎙️ we discuss how your startup can join the AIC incubation program. This episode is a must-listen for anyone passionate about coffee, entrepreneurship and bringing transparency to the supply chain.💯 Share your thoughts in the comments below! 👇 #coffee #startup #india #incubation #growth

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Shaping India's Future: Digital innovation in education is creating a vibrant and empowered society. 1. Investments in Education The budget allocates a record ₹1.48 lakh crore for education, employment, and skilling. This substantial investment signifies the government's commitment to fostering a robust education system. It's heartening to see a 30% increase in the budget allocation for education, emphasizing its critical role in nation-building. 2. Technology Integration: As AI revolutionizes industries, the government recognizes its potential in education. By introducing robust infrastructure and allocating resources, we can equip HEIs with the tools needed to enhance teaching, learning, and research. AI-driven solutions can personalize education, automate administrative tasks, and improve overall efficiency. 3. Capacity Building Empowering stakeholders—faculty, administrators, and students—is pivotal. Faculty development programs, workshops, and collaborative initiatives can enhance teaching methodologies and research capabilities. HEIs must prioritize upskilling to stay abreast of technological advancements. 4. AI Skills and Competencies The government's emphasis on imparting AI skills to students aligns with global trends. Integrating AI into curricula prepares graduates for the future job market. Whether it's data science, machine learning, or ethical AI, students must acquire relevant competencies to thrive in a digital world. 5. Global Innovation and Development India's position on the global stage hinges on innovation. By nurturing an AI-savvy workforce, we ensure that our nation remains at the forefront of technological advancements. HEIs play a pivotal role in shaping innovators, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders who contribute to India's growth story. 6. (AI) are revolutionizing education systems, making them more equitable and inclusive. AI has enabled personalized learning paths for students. It tailors content, pace, and difficulty levels based on individual needs and learning styles. Adaptive learning platforms adjust in real-time, ensuring students receive targeted support and challenges. AI-powered tutors provide instant feedback, answer questions, and guide students through exercises, it adapts to student progress, identifying areas where additional practice or intervention is needed 7. Automating Administrative Tasks: AI streamlines administrative processes of Grading, attendance tracking, and scheduling. creating engaging lessons and curating relevant resources. analyzing student performance data to identify areas for improvement and tailor instruction. AI is fostering innovation, automating tasks, and creating a more personalized and effective learning experience. 🌟📚🤖 #ai #education #edtech #learning #university #hei #highereducation #educationalleadership

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Zeal is infectious… especially the zeal for doing one’s bit for the common good. The zeal in this case is attributable to Jaya Shakthi Kannan and Chennai Freelancers Club Chennai Freelancers Club is a community of Freelancers, Entrepreneurs, Self-employed and Remote Workers . Some of the community are just starting up , while others have valuable years of experience to share. In all CFC is a friendly, welcoming Tribe. Glad to be invited to speak at the CFC monthly meet up September edition, share some snippets of my entrepreneurial and startup journey, and imbibe much more #startups #freelancers #networking #entrepreneurship

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We’re thrilled to see CustomFit.ai recognized among the prominent AI SaaS players by Bessemer Venture Partners in their 'The Rise of Cloud AI in India 2024' report. Our no-code platform makes A/B testing and website personalization easy for marketers, helping you boost conversions & engagement effortlessly. #SaaS #AI #D2C #ConversionOptimization #CRO #ABTesting #personalization

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"Addressing the root cause of escalations is crucial for growth and profitability. Preventing escalations not only saves time and resources but also elevates your business game." - Parker Chase-Corwin, CEO & Principal Consultant of Xperience Alchemy, on the Scale Tale podcast with Mausmi Ambastha, Co-founder & COO of ZapScale. 🔊🎯 Parker, a seasoned customer success leader and consultant, shares his extensive expertise on: 🔍 Mastering escalation management 🔍 Ensuring ownership and accountability during escalations 🔍 Implementing effective communication strategies 🔍 Identifying and resolving root causes Enhance your customer success strategies with insights from this invaluable session 👉🏻 https://lnkd.in/gKnjFnWY #EscalationManagement #CustomerSuccess

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I have been a firm believer and quite vocal about the "only" exit strategy apart from M&A for Indian born and bred #saas companies at sub $20m scale. The best outcome is an exit is an IPO in India. Like the services businesses of 90's I see a lot more companies going public in the next 18-24 months. Not all #saas can grow to 100m and subsequently 10x again to 1b ARR scale. Only a few verticals globally can achieve this scale. VC's were blinded by the boom and gave insane valuations which unfortunately is making going public a nightmare in India. If old school venture funding prevailed and we never had 2021, a lot more could have already been public. So why India and why public? Isn't it a nightmare to run a publicly listed company? Not really. A lot of myth busting needs to be done. Also a lot of regulatory framework is just now coming into place. Also it is indeed true the company should be somewhere close to being EBITA +ve. Having spoken to bankers, auditors and lawyers about this topic in depth, below are the reasons you should IPO in #india - Atleast 10x cheaper than going public in the US - Can go public from $10m ARR scale onwards - Need some level of visibility to profitability and have all the regulatory filings in place which has now become easy for foreign domiciled companies - Robust regulatory framework. A SPAC would never fly in India - Retail wealth booming combined with penetration of brokerage apps - Easy access to capital, fundraising, debt and many other instruments that private companies can never have - Growth projects need not be 100-200% YoY but somewhere between 40-50% at low scale and 20-30% at higher revenue scale Most importantly, you are giving an exit to early believers, employees and growing with the economy which is a testament of all the hard work teams put in. https://lnkd.in/dqbDZ2sr

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The Indian government document that "Invites Applications for Empanelment of Agencies to Provide AI Services on Cloud" https://lnkd.in/dhaT-QgA solidifies the notion of sovereign AI. Every major economy is going to mandate AI clouds for government departments and sensitive industries to be on their soil. This is going to create a massive growth of GPUaaS providers around the world, each catering to the unique requirements of their citizens. On a separate note, I was very impressed with the document. The GPUaaS requirements are outlined in a very lucid and succinct manner. The authors of the document clearly know their stuff! #GPUaaS #GenAI #India #SovereignAI Chirayu Wadke Subramanian Sankaranarayanan Nikhill Satish Milind Jalwadi Raghuram KG ⎈ Sriram Rupanagunta

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🚀 Exciting News from CoderKube Technologies! 🚀 We are thrilled to announce the successful development of DHEERTA, a network-centric B2B platform specifically designed for the FABRIC and GARMENT businesses in India. Now available on Google Play Store 📱✨ 🎉 DHEERTA - Bridging the Fabric and Garment Industry🎉 DHEERTA is a revolutionary contact-sharing service that brings traders, wholesalers, manufacturers, and brands in India onto a single, seamless platform. With real-time updates, industry insights, and ease of connection, DHEERTA eliminates the need for traditional brokerages, providing a technology-based solution for all your garment and fabric needs. 🔗 Link to DHEERTA app! - https://lnkd.in/gR663VmX 🔗 🔰🔰Key Features:🔰🔰 🔹 Business Networking: Facilitate networking among traders, wholesalers, manufacturers, and brands within the fabric and garment industry in India. Enhance your business connections effortlessly. 🔹 Contact Sharing: Easily share and access contact details of potential business partners, streamlining communication and fostering collaboration. 🔹 Localization Files: Create localization files for each supported language, ensuring a user-friendly experience for a diverse user base. Translations for all app text, including buttons, labels, and messages, are included. 🌐📲 🔹 Language Selection: Offer a language selection option during user registration or within app settings, allowing users to choose their preferred language for a personalized experience. 🌍🗣️ 🔹 Industry Insights: Gain access to active insights into current market trends, enabling users to make informed and strategic business decisions. 📊📈 🔹 Technology-Based Connection: Leverage technology-driven connections between businesses, reducing the reliance on traditional brokerage services. 💡🔗 🔹 Product Listings: Explore comprehensive listings for fabrics and garments, complete with images, descriptions, specifications, and prices, making it easier to find what you need. 🛍️📋 🔹 Filters: Use advanced filters to narrow down search results by product category, price range, location, and more, ensuring you find the exact products you are looking for. 🔍📂 DHEERTA brings all these features together in one place, making it the ultimate solution for efficient, effective, and secure business networking within the fabric and garment industry. Stay connected, stay informed, and grow your business with CoderKube! 🚀 #CoderKubeTechnologies #Networking #AppDevelopment #Innovation #Technology #BusinessGrowth #IndustryInsights #iOS #Android #Flutter #ReactNative #Webdevelopment #TechSolutions #DigitalTransformation #B2BPlatform #FabricIndustry #GarmentIndustry #BusinessNetworking Ezaz Pathan, Moin Pochi, Mohamed Irshad Arif Danawala, Sharad Soni, Parth Desai, Adnan Pothiawala, Mohamed Rehan Natalwala, Ravi Kate, Shahid Shaikh

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Apparel manufacturers have asked me — “What are some B2B use cases for Immersive 3D Commerce?” I thought I will write a post on that so that everyone benefits from it. 1. Manufacturers seeking to launch a D2C brand - Use a 3D Virtual Showroom to generate franchisee leads - Utilize a VR booth in tradeshows A client of ours did this and generated 80+ franchisee leads at a retailer convention. 2. 3D Virtual Showroom for B2B quotes and production estimates - Display an entire assortment of products in 3D - Use a 3D product configurator to preview designs - Generate quotes, bill of materials and production estimates A client of ours is leveraging this use case to transform their B2B buyer experience and increase supply chain efficiency. 3. Tradeshows - Use 3D Virtual Showrooms in tradeshows A client of ours used this to take their building interior design concepts to generate manufacturing orders from hotel chains 4. 3D Virtual Stores in Popup events - Activate 3D Virtual Stores in malls, airports and public spaces A client of ours sold 40% of their newly launched collection in six days using virtual popups 5. Streamline Design to Manufacture with 3D Immersive tech - Reduce time from design to sample production - Iterate faster on product designs - Eliminate shipping physical samples through virtual try on and virtual fits 6. Testing New Markets - Use AI sizing and Augmented Reality mirrors - Conduct user engagement surveys - Study consumer behavior in new regions using AR trials 7. Enhancing Marketing and Brand Awareness through 3D CGI and VFX videos - Reuse 3D assets for 3D CGI and VFX videos - Boost brand building and marketing efforts - Drive organic views and feed the marketing and sales funnel Clients of ours have seen organic views of 1M+ using rich 3D social media content with some of those converting to D2C sales orders. Any of these use cases resonate with you? If yes, book a free 20 minute consultation with me. Appointment Calendar link is in the profile. Let’s reimagine Immersive Commerce together.

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Has AI penetrated the Coffee industry in India?☕ Watch our latest episode with Praveen HJ, CEO of AIC CCRI CED, on how AI and other innovations are reshaping our agricultural sector. Plus, learn the comprehensive facilities Coffee Board and AIC provide to support your coffee startups to gain traction in the market. 🚀 #coffee #ai #aic #agriculture

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The Make in India initiative started back in 2014 and been a cornerstone in transforming India into a global manufacturing hub. 🚗 India’s manufacturing GDP has nearly doubled in the last decade and is now the world’s 4th largest car manufacturer. That would not have been possible without a focus on developing technical skills, expertise, & capabilities across the working population. 🔑 The Skill India initiative was launched in 2015 to build those pockets of capabilities and provide adequate training in market-relevant skills to the youth & underpriveled populations. The program has reached 10’s of millions of people since its inception. 68% of the 1.4 billion people in India are between the ages of 15-64, making it the largest working-age population in the world! Future is bright for India! 🇮🇳 #makeinindia #skillindia #manufacturing #indiagrowth #digitalindia Hiten Shah Suhas Jagtap Nipul Keniya

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The third point in this video of having a QR code to scan for multilingual nutritional information is a bang on llm use case. What do you think of possibility and feasibility of creating such a product? Would it solve some real problems? https://lnkd.in/dBmCdF9g

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It was nice meeting you and your team at the JITO INCUBATION & INNOVATION FOUNDATION event. Your idea and startup around this good. Keep the focus and build solutions for end consumer and at the same time for lawyers. Use #artificialintelligence and #generativeAI with some real #data to do further #innovation in #legaltech. ALL THE BEST

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