In a world gone digital, data isn't just a valuable asset; it's the lifeblood of innovation and business success. Recognizing this paradigm shift, NetApp celebrated the eighth edition of the 'NetApp Innovation Awards: Empowering Businesses Through Data' in partnership with CNBC-TV18. NetApp carried on its tradition of honouring visionaries who leverage data to turn disruption into opportunity. These awards also underlined how data fuels creativity, resilience, and adaptability in the ever-evolving business landscape.
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Reiterating the context for the awards, Puneet Gupta, the Managing Director and Vice President of NetApp India and SAARC, expressed that it was the company’s privilege to honour those who are breaking boundaries in data and technology, particularly because NetApp itself is an innovation company at its core. He also thanked invaluable partners, customers, and stakeholders who've contributed to NetApp's extraordinary journey in India over the past few years.
During a fireside chat with Mangalam Maloo, Assistant Editor at CNBC-TV18, NetApp CEO George Kurian shared his optimism about India's growth potential, underlining its unique standing in the global economy. He also acknowledged India's capacity to spawn world-class companies, building on its successes in IT services and select areas of manufacturing.
The event was further enriched by a fireside chat with the legendary cricketer, Yuvraj Singh. Drawing from his personal journey, Singh emphasized the value of learning from both triumphs and setbacks.
Before the pinnacle of the evening, the awards ceremony, EY Director Saakshi Kishnani took the stage to elucidate the awards' rigorous selection process, assuring its transparency and fairness.
The evening culminated with the eagerly awaited awards, honouring the exceptional winners across various categories.
The event served as a platform to share remarkable success stories, inspiring everyone to embrace a culture of innovation. It encouraged organisations to unlock the limitless potential of data and reinforced NetApp's commitment to helping customers rise to every moment and turn disruption into opportunity.
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This is a partnered post.
(Edited by : Jerome Anthony)