The CXO Playbook: AI-led Connected Systems for Future Growth
Bosch Conversation: The CXO Playbook: AI-led Connected Systems for Future Growth
Exploring how AI, connected systems, and digital engineering are enabling enterprises to innovate faster, scale intelligently and drive sustainable growth.
Bosch Software and Digital Solutions (Bosch SDS), in association with The Economic Times (ET), hosted a Bosch Conversations roundtable, The CXO Playbook: AI-led Connected Systems for Future Growth, bringing together senior technology and business leaders from across industries to exchange perspectives on the practical realities of enterprise AI adoption. The conversation explored how organizations can accelerate digital transformation through AI-driven automation, strengthen cybersecurity to build resilient and secure digital ecosystems, connect engineering and business functions through intelligent systems, and balance innovation with governance. The discussion also focused on the social responsibility of deploying AI ethically, building trust, developing future-ready talent, and ensuring technology creates sustainable value for businesses and society alike.
Inside the Conversations: Key Insights and Perspectives
AI and Intelligent Automation
Organizations are moving beyond AI pilots to embed intelligent automation into core business functions. The discussion focused on using AI to improve operational efficiency, support faster decision-making, and create connected systems that can scale with business needs.
Cybersecurity by Design
As digital ecosystems become more connected, cybersecurity must be integrated into every stage of technology development and deployment. Leaders emphasized a proactive, security-first approach to strengthen resilience, protect critical infrastructure, and build trust across the enterprise.
Responsible Innovation and Governance
The conversation highlighted the importance of balancing innovation with strong governance and ethical AI practices. Participants also stressed the responsibility of businesses to develop future-ready talent and ensure technology delivers long-term value for organizations and society.
Leaders at Bosch Conversations
Anita Pansare
Chief Technology Officer and ESG Leader, Crompton Greaves
Dr. Biswajit Rath
Group Chief Data and AI Officer, Raymond
Sudhir Kanvinde
Chief Information Officer (CIO), Supreme Industries
Sanoj Somasundaran
Chief Technology Officer for India and Director of Technology Development, SKF
Gopi Sankar
Senior Vice President and Chief Engineer, Global Trucks and Buses, Ashok Leyland
Raghavendra Chowdhary
Senior Director, Yokohama Off-Highway Tires
Jitendra Mangave
Chief Information Officer (CIO) and Chief Technology Officer (CTO), Metro Brands
Sanjay Bharkatiya
Vice President and Head of Engineering, Jio Platforms
Dimitri Baumtrok
Head of International Sales, CONTACT Software
Rakesh Kumar Murugan
Global Head of Digital Transformation and Industry 4.0, Bosch SDS
