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TCS is proud to be a sponsor of SmartLab Exchange USA 2025, a premier event shaping the future of lab automation, digital transformation, and AI-driven research.
This event brings together senior executives from R&D, R&D IT, and QA-QC, responsible for designing, developing, and delivering laboratory informatics and digital transformation strategies. This year’s edition of SmartLab Exchange will focus on revolutionizing R&D in the chemical manufacturing industry by adopting emerging technologies, thereby accelerating innovation and driving effective transformation.
The R&D function in the process and chemical industry plays a pivotal role in driving industrial advancement. As we stand on the brink of the next industrial revolution, powered by breakthroughs in advanced analytics, artificial intelligence, quantum computing, and generative chemistry, the chemical industry must evolve to support energy transition, material transformation, and regulatory compliance.
Explore how digital innovations are redefining the chemical industry – accelerating the creation of novel formulations and applications, addressing inefficiencies, and overcoming fragmented data landscapes. Learn how cutting-edge technologies can streamline research, break down information silos, and accelerate innovation from lab to market.
As Amit Bhowmik, Global Head, Process, Chemicals, and EPC Advisory, TCS, puts it, “Chemical industry is at the forefront of dematerializing the material world”.
Join us to explore how we can help organizations build a strategic roadmap to digitalize their R&D.
Business Head - Process Manufacturing, TCS
Ajit Patankar has 26 years of experience in managing IT services and business process services for large global accounts. He currently leads the U.S.-based Process Manufacturing Business Unit, overseeing end-to-end operations with full P&L responsibility. Ajit has a strong background in Sales & Relationship Management, Program & Delivery Management, New Setups, and Offshore Operations. He has worked closely with CXOs across the globe.
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Debashish is an industry advisor specializing in the chemicals, process, and EPC industries. With 27 years of experience, he has a strong background in developing solutions for supply chain and manufacturing operations management. In his current role, Debashish leads the Research and Development Solutions Track, driving the development of digital solutions that accelerate time-to-market while enhancing researcher productivity.
Know More About Debashish Ray Opens in an overlayGlobal Head, Process and Chemicals Manufacturing, TCS
With over three decades of experience, Amit Bhowmik is a seasoned practitioner and thought leader in the chemicals, oil and gas, and life sciences industries. He has led key business functions across manufacturing, supply chain, environmental health & safety (EHS), and research and development, working with customers across North America, Europe, and APAC. In his current role as the Global Head of Process, Chemicals, and EPC Advisory, Amit is responsible for driving business growth for TCS’ customers through thought leadership and digital solutions.
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Join thought leaders for an insightful plenary session and discover how leading organizations are reimagining research and development to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving industry.
Engage with our industry leaders and discover transformative solutions that combine digital engineering, AI, and cloud technologies to accelerate product innovation.