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January 01, 2026

IN CRICKET, THE most valuable player (MVP) is the one who consistently turns the tide with match-winning performances.

- RASHESH MODY

In business, especially in complex industrial settings, the equivalent of an MVP would be a solution that delivers consistent wins across operational excellence, innovation and sustainability. Today, that MVP is the digital twin.

India’s fast-evolving industrial landscape is characterised by massive infrastructure growth, an expanding manufacturing base and national policy pushes like Make in India and Digital India. As a result, the need for smarter and more sustainable operations is greater than ever. A digital twin delivers a dynamic, Al-enabled virtual representation of physical assets and processes that helps optimise performance.

Today’s industrial enterprises are grappling with challenges that demand both resilience and agility. Globally, businesses face increasingly fragmented supply chains, volatile delivery timelines and surging energy costs that erode margins.

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