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Published on February 12, 2025
SKIL Events, a leader in India's event management industry, set a new benchmark with the flawless execution of MedTekon 2025, the flagship event of the Medical Technology Association of India (MTaI). Hosted at the iconic Taj Palace, New Delhi, the event gathered an elite audience of 350 delegates, 55+ CEOs, and key policymakers, reaffirming its position as a premier platform shaping the future of India’s MedTech sector.
Graced by Anupriya Patel, Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare of India, MedTekon 2025 highlighted the government's commitment to healthcare innovation and strengthening the MedTech ecosystem. A state-of-the-art 60-ft curved LED screen set the stage for a day of transformative discussions and high-impact networking.
Under the theme "Galvanizing MedTech: Equipping Hospitals, Driving Investments, Developing Synergies, and Facilitating Reforms," the conference united industry pioneers, investors, and thought leaders to drive actionable solutions for the sector.
MedTekon 2025 facilitated discussions on:✅ Boosting domestic and foreign investments in MedTech✅ Empowering hospitals with cutting-edge technologies for better patient outcomes✅ Facilitating reimbursements to ensure universal patient access✅ Revolutionizing health insurance to meet emerging healthcare needs✅ Simplifying regulations and harmonizing industry standards✅ Upholding ethical marketing practices in the medical device industry✅ Shaping the future of medical device skilling in India
The event also featured an exclusive exhibition of breakthrough medical technologies, bringing together government officials, procurement agencies, investors, hospital leaders, and industry disruptors.
Renowned for delivering seamless, high-impact experiences, SKIL Events ensured that MedTekon 2025 was engaging at every touchpoint—from world-class production and logistics to flawless behind-the-scenes coordination. The grandeur of Taj Palace, New Delhi, provided the perfect backdrop, blending sophistication with efficiency.
Mr. Nadeem Anam, Associate Director, MTaI, praised SKIL Events’ execution:"SKIL Events did a commendable job in executing MedTekon 2025 with efficiency and professionalism. Their attention to detail and smooth coordination contributed to the success of our event."
Reflecting on the event's impact, Ramanpreet Singh, Vice President – Events at SKIL, stated:"MedTekon 2025 is more than a conference—it’s a catalyst for change in India’s MedTech landscape. We designed this event to foster real collaborations, drive policy conversations, and unlock investment opportunities. Hosting it at the prestigious Taj Palace, New Delhi, only added to its significance. It was an honor to curate this landmark gathering for India's Lifesciences sector."
With MedTekon 2025 setting new benchmarks, India’s MedTech industry is now poised for unprecedented growth, innovation, and impact.
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By Manu Vardhan Kannan
Published on May 30, 2025
Leading Turkish menswear brand Kiğılı has partnered with Centric Software to transform its retail planning and support its growth ambitions through digital innovation. Kiğılı has chosen Centric Planning, an AI-powered platform that offers end-to-end merchandise planning capabilities tailored for the fashion retail industry.
Founded in 1938, Kiğılı has built a solid presence in the menswear space with over 180 stores in Türkiye and more than 50 points of sale across 15 countries. With customers shopping across a mix of physical stores, e-commerce platforms, marketplaces, and wholesale channels, Kiğılı sought a digital solution to optimize its planning operations.
Until now, Kiğılı relied on Excel sheets and internal tools to handle store segmentation and SKU planning. However, managing these tasks manually limited the brand’s ability to scale efficiently. With Centric Planning, Kiğılı will now move toward a centralized, intelligent system that enhances allocation, store planning, and supply chain decisions.
“Planning is the cornerstone of our business operations, and with Centric Planning, we are setting a solid foundation for future growth,” said Hüseyin Deveci, Supply Chain Director at Kiğılı. “This project is at the center of our digital transformation strategy.”
The brand’s aim is to bridge pre-season planning with in-season execution, ensuring accurate purchasing, better product positioning, and timely replenishment. “This integration will allow us to respond more strategically and dynamically to market shifts,” Deveci added.
Following a rigorous evaluation of over 15 solutions, Kiğılı selected Centric Planning for its ability to unify planning workflows into one adaptable structure. “What impressed us was how Centric connects all planning phases seamlessly. It frees our teams to focus on strategic initiatives rather than manual tasks,” Deveci noted.
“Kiğılı will benefit from a unified, intelligent platform that simplifies planning from start to finish,” said Fabrice Canonge, President of Centric Software. “We are proud to support Kiğılı in their transformation journey.”
The partnership marks a significant milestone for Kiğılı as it accelerates into a new era of digital retail excellence.
By Nishang Narayan
Published on May 26, 2025
The hospitality world just said NamAIste to a revolutionary innovation from India. NamAIste – IIHM Hospitality GPT was officially launched in Kolkata, proudly claiming the title of the world's first generative AI-powered knowledge engine tailored exclusively for the hospitality industry.
The launch marks a milestone moment—not just for India but for the entire global hospitality ecosystem. Built under the visionary leadership of Dr. Suborno Bose, Chairman of IIHM and a prominent AI evangelist, NamAIste is a game-changer in the way hospitality professionals, students, and educators will learn, research, and make decisions in the future.
“This is not just a tech marvel—it’s the dawn of a new mindset,” said Dr. Bose during his address at the global launch event at the IIHM Global Campus. Broadcast live across countries and time zones, the unveiling resonated deeply with hospitality leaders, educators, and students. “If the US can have Google and China can have DeepSeek, India can — and now does — have NamAIste,” he added.
Proudly Made in India, this first-of-its-kind Hospitality GPT was developed in partnership with Entiovi Technologies, using a Large Language Model (LLM) built specifically for hospitality. It offers real-time insights, global best practices, service innovations, and curated content from over 60 countries—all in a customized, AI-powered interface. The system even demonstrated a query in Bengali returning answers from Japanese culinary documents—earning a thunderous applause from attendees.
Sanjoy Chatterjee, Chairman, NASSCOM Regional Council (East) and Co-founder of Entiovi, emphasized that NamAIste’s uniqueness isn’t just in its technology, but in the depth of its domain-specific knowledge. “The real achievement is building a platform where a student from Bengal can ask about Japanese hospitality and get an accurate, translated, deeply-researched response instantly,” he said.
The platform is designed to empower students, educators, faculty members, and industry stakeholders alike. With features like access to SOPs, training materials, and trend forecasts, NamAIste is set to revolutionize hospitality education and workforce readiness.
Key benefits of NamAIste include:
Revolutionizing hospitality education and training
Enabling smart, data-driven decision-making for professionals
Providing instant access to global best practices and innovations
Beyond the data and tech, Dr. Bose reminded everyone that hospitality will always be a people-first industry. “AI can assist, but it cannot replace the human smile,” he said, striking a perfect balance between technology and tradition.
This launch wasn’t just a product release—it was a proud “Greeted in India” moment. With IIHM campuses erupting in celebration, the initiative has been hailed as a shining example of Viksit Bharat and Make in India, reaffirming India’s growing influence in global innovation.
IIHM has long been known for redefining hospitality education. With NamAIste, it goes beyond preparing students for the industry—it’s equipping them to lead it.
As Dr. Bose aptly summed it up, “This is India’s gift to the world of hospitality.”
Published on May 12, 2025
Carnival Cruise Line has announced a new partnership with Cantaloupe, Inc., a global provider of self-service commerce technology, to enhance guest experiences at Celebration Key, Carnival’s exclusive upcoming destination on Grand Bahama, opening July 19, 2025. The collaboration brings self-service kiosks powered by Cantaloupe to the island, enabling cashless, quick, and seamless ordering at all food and beverage outlets.
Using Cantaloupe’s advanced point-of-sale (POS) solutions, guests can simply scan their Sail & Sign cards, extending Carnival’s onboard cashless payment system to this new off-ship location for the very first time. This move is aimed at creating a frictionless and familiar environment for travelers, allowing them to enjoy the destination without the hassle of cash or physical credit cards.
“Cantaloupe is excited to power this experience by providing a frictionless, technology-driven solution that will simplify guests’ dining and service experiences,” said Tom Lapham, Senior Vice President of Cheq at Cantaloupe, Inc. He noted that the technology is designed to handle high volumes of transactions with real-time updates, ensuring reliable and efficient service even during peak demand.
Celebration Key, designed as a premier cruise destination, will feature multiple dining and beverage venues where Cantaloupe’s kiosks will be installed, giving guests complete control over their food and beverage purchases.
Richard Morse, Senior Vice President of Food and Beverage at Carnival Cruise Line, shared, “Our collaboration with Cantaloupe is critical to making Celebration Key a destination that is full of fun and takes the worry out of carrying cash for our guests. Through this partnership, we’re able to offer an experience that extends the ease and familiarity of onboard dining to our exclusive destination.”
Cantaloupe’s POS solutions are already known for their high performance in high-traffic venues. With this partnership, the company is marking a significant step in its expansion into the travel and hospitality sectors, reaffirming its commitment to delivering world-class digital and self-service solutions tailored for large-scale operations.
As guests explore the vibrant offerings at Celebration Key, they can now do so with greater freedom and ease, thanks to this strategic technology-driven alliance.
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