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Takeda, a global leader in biopharmaceutical innovation from Japan has opened its Innovation Capability Center (ICC) in Bengaluru.

- Narayan Kulkarni

This marks Takeda’s first ICC in Asia, following successful establishments in Slovakia and Mexico. The ICC supports the company’s dedication to advancing healthcare through innovative solutions. These cutting-edge solutions will help advance its operations and have an impact on Takeda’s workforce, the patients that it serves and the planet for years to come. In an interaction with BioSpectrum, Tilak Banerjee, Head of Takeda ICC India shared how this centre is different from other centres and the kind of partnerships it will have in place to support Takeda Group of Companies. Edited excerpts:

Takeda has opened its third Innovation Capability Center (ICC) in Bengaluru, India, following those in Slovakia (2021) and Mexico (2024). How is this centre different from the other locations?

Takeda’s ICC India stands out by leveraging the country’s unique technological strengths and innovation ecosystem to enhance the company’s global innovation efforts. The Bengaluru centre draws from the country’s rich pool of engineering talent and its culture of creative problem-solving to address complex challenges with innovative solutions. This ICC is designed to create smart, efficient solutions that can be rapidly developed and deployed across various global contexts. In addition to developing patient-centric technologies, the centre focuses on designing applications that transform the employee experience, further demonstrating its commitment to innovation. The ICC India’s emphasis on integrating local talent and expertise into Takeda’s global framework ensures it brings distinct value to the company’s digital transformation and operational excellence.

With 275 skilled professionals already on board in Bengaluru, what kind of digital solutions is the India centre offering to the Takeda Group of Companies?