Articles by tag: India
The global supply chain is currently undergoing several seismic shifts. Having now surpassed China as the most populous country in the world, India is emerging as a strategic alternative for multinational corporations considering diversification from a China-centric approach. Combining software and manufacturing prowess with competitive pricing, India now stands as a strong contender in…
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Education & EdTech
Can American EdTech Companies Keep Pace with India?
Key Points: A shift from in-person learning to remote learning has changed education dramatically which has impacted 1.2 billion students worldwide. The COVID-19 pandemic has been a catalyst for the global edtech boom. The edtech market in India is expected to grow from $700 million to $30 billion within the next decade. Commentary: The…
Education & EdTech
Will Free Online Courses Be EdTech Companies’ Silver Bullet for Market Differentiation?
India’s edtech industry is working to be the global leader in online tools, curriculum and platforms. If the flow of capital is a good litmus test, both the short- and long-term outlook would point to India being on the right track. High profile startups like Vedantu are actively securing millions of dollars in new…
Business Services
B2B News Update: Uber Gets to Work, India Notches a Medical Milestone
A robot helped a team of doctors carry out five heart surgeries in India this week. A robotic arm was controlled by a surgeon 20 miles away from the procedure, making the event the first of its kind. This technology could be particularly significant in regions where surgical expertise might not be as prevalent. Uber…
Retail
Why Amazon Went to India to Build It’s Biggest Office Ever
Amazon this week opened its largest global office, and it is far from its Seattle, Washington headquarters. The new 9.5 acre campus is situated in the business district of Hyderabad, India. The retail giant’s 1.8 million-square-foot space will host up to 15,000 employees. This number is approximately one-quarter of the organization’s total full-time India-based workforce….