Press release from Business Wire India
Source: Canon
Friday, September 23, 2011 05:27 PM IST (11:57 AM GMT)
Editors: General: People; Business: Accounting & management consultancy services, Business services, Information technology, Publishing & printing; Technology
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Canon's Senior Vice President, Dr. Alok Bharadwaj in a New Role
New MAIT leadership, renewed focus on domestic IT market and robust manufacturing ecosystem
New Delhi, Delhi, India, Friday, September 23, 2011 -- (Business Wire India) -- Dr. Alok Bharadwaj, Senior Vice President, Canon India Pvt. Ltd., today took over as President of MAIT for the term 2011-2012. MAIT, the apex body representing India's IT hardware, training and R&D services sectors. The appointment was announced at the 28th Annual Session of MAIT in New Delhi today. In his new role at MAIT, he envisions to bring in a focussed approach for MAIT to ascend its position across the region.
Commenting on this occasion Dr. Alok Bharadwaj, said, "It's always an honour to be leading MAIT. While the current times are quite challenging as growth in IT industry is slowing down, all fundamental & long term demand drivers for the economy are building enormous opportunities for IT industry. India has dominant presence in software and IT services sector, but it is yet to build globally competitive IT & electronics systems design and manufacturing capabilities. The objective of both the Industry and the Govt. is to commence major transformation for India in the next 5-10 years with a 3 dimensional IT thrust. This can be achieved, Firstly, by integrating IT in most of the economic activities to bring rapid improvement in efficiencies. Secondly, by significantly contributing to making India, a globally attractive manufacturing base for electronic & IT products with higher level in value chain to cater to increasing demands. Thirdly, by putting environmental care firmly as an integral part of growth initiatives, as we meet the fast-increasing domestic demand, as it makes perfect business sense and an essential strategic direction for the industry".
Dr. Bharadwaj further added, "One good big change that is noticeable is a higher level of Industry Government collaborations & consultations. MAIT is working very closely with Ministries of IT, Environment, finance & Commerce to build growth focussed stronger business as well as regulatory IT ecosystem in India. In the current global economic situation, the focus will continue to be on India. Regardless of companies whether Indian, Japanese, US origin or Korean MNCs, the destiny of Indian is now getting more firmly locked and intertwined for global companies. Hence, there is now a national agenda for all of the industry players to help bring higher level of growth in IT industry in India. The momentum here will add traction to all of us. MAIT has a very good representation of the industry in its membership & Executive council. It will be a pleasure to lead efforts in putting building blocks for a better future."
Dr. Alok Bharadwaj is an industry veteran with rich professional experience of over 26 years in diverse sectors. He is a well-known authority and prominent speaker on the subject of pioneering marketing strategies and changing market dynamics. His ability to comprehend future market trends, insight and keen business acumen makes him an authority on the subject and has built for him a distinguished track-record unparalleled to many of his counterparts.
His leadership will help in nurturing and progressing MAIT's dream, of India being the base for global hardware outsourcing - design, development and manufacturing. With his leadership skills, Alok has garnered high recognition & respect within the industry. He has been recognized as "The Best CMO of the Year" by CMO Council USA and "Brand Builder of the Year" conferred by CMO Asia, "The Most Influential Person in Photography" and "Pride of the Industry Award for organization leadership", "Corporate Executive of the Year" and the "Most Favorite Country Manager" to name a few.
He also sits on numerous committees including CII as well as FICCI National Committees. He is also the Chairman of World Brand Congress & Asia Retail Congress. He has been listed in 'THE 'A' LIST' of who's who in media, marketing & advertising industry.
About Canon Inc.
Canon Inc. is a global leader with total revenue of about US$ 37 billion in 2010, in photographic and digital imaging solutions. Its global network now includes 240 companies, employing approximately 170,000 people. Five Technology 'imaging' engines of Optical, Electro photography, Bubble Jet, Semiconductor and Display drive Canon's cutting-edge technology products. Canon is the world leader in office automation and digital imaging technologies. The company is dedicated to the advancement in technology and innovation and commits 10% of its total revenue each year to R&D. Canon is ranked 33rd on the Best Global Brands for the second consecutive year in Business Week's 100 Best Global Brands and amongst top 200 on the Fortune Global 500 in year 2009. Canon has consistently remained as one of the top 3 global companies to have earned the most number of patents over the last decade. Guided by its kyosei philosophy, which focuses on "living and working together for the common good", Canon delivers high performance and user-friendly products and solutions to improve efficiency both in the office and home environment. More information is available on the www.canon.co.in website.
Canon in India
Canon India experienced 50% growth and has achieved revenue of Rs. 1,260 Crores during calendar year 2010. Revenues in 2009 were Rs. 840 Crores, a 26% growth over 2008. Canon focuses on multiple market segments of consumer, B2B, Government & Commercial. Canon's product portfolio extends over a vast variety of copier MFDs, fax-machines, printers, scanners, All-in-ones, digital cameras, camcorders and multimedia projectors, cable ID printers, semiconductors and card printers.
Canon India Pvt. Ltd. is a 100% subsidiary of Canon Singapore Pte. Ltd., a world leader in imaging technologies. Set up in 1997, Canon India markets over 140 comprehensive range of sophisticated contemporary digital imaging. The company today has offices in 7 cities, warehouses in 13 cities across India and employs over 930 people. Canon has approximately 380 primary channel partners 13 National Retail Chain partners, and over 4000 secondary retail points. Oce distributors in India will now be a part of Canon partner network. Canon's service reach extends to over 200 towns with over 200 service Engineers, 4 Master service centres and 34 Canon Care Centers. Canon and Océ products are available with complete service support network.
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