Content by Rahul Neel Mani

Quality Data Analysis Helped Fast Track COVID-19 Vaccine Launch

Rahul Neel Mani  •  November 4, 2022

When the first shot of Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine was administered in the U.K. in 2020, it created history. The BNT162 vaccine by Pfizer and BioNTech was developed in record time following all mandatory procedures. Data science and technology played a significant role in this historic breakthrough.

CIOs Should Rearchitect Workloads for Optimum Cloud Benefits

Rahul Neel Mani  •  November 1, 2022

While there is no single playbook for doing cloud right, certain standards have been established for better implementation. Cloud enables innovative companies to experiment fast, cheap and often. However, CIOs and tech leaders need to think of cloud as an investment, not an expense.

Why CXOs Need to Focus on Attention Economy in the Digital Age

Rahul Neel Mani  •  October 27, 2022

Attention is fast becoming a scarce resource in the hyper-digital age. Digital products are fiercely competing for the "limited attention" of consumers. In this modern, digital-centric economy, the CXOs have to increasingly focus on how their products can capture attention without information overload.

CIOs Should Use Automation as a Strategic Business Enabler

Rahul Neel Mani  •  October 26, 2022

Jagjit Dhaliwal, vice president and global CIO industry leader for UiPath, is optimistic about automation being the first step toward operational efficiency and digital transformation. Automation helps CIOs in bringing necessary controls and transparency.

CIOs and CISOs Have a Singular Objective in a Data-Driven Org

Rahul Neel Mani  •  October 21, 2022

With times changing and data being the common denominator across business functions, both the CIO and CISO should cater to a common objective - customer experience and growth. The CIO and CISO of Fareportal give us a testimony of how both functions can work in collaboration.

National Bank of Fujairah Enhances CX With SOA and RPA

Rahul Neel Mani  •  October 19, 2022

The National Bank of Fujairah is on a tech-refresh path. Not only has it moved on to a service-oriented architecture but has also automated 50 processes to cater to the changing demands of its corporate and retail customers.

Mahindra Group Bets Big on Cloud for Agility and Customer Centricity

Rahul Neel Mani  •  October 7, 2022

Mahindra Group has created a smart vision for tech infusion in unique ways. By making technology platforms, the company will create monetizable assets, which will either become part of a larger ecosystem or can even be a direct-to-market offering.

CIO in a Catbird Seat Has to Be the Catalyst for Change

Rahul Neel Mani  •  October 6, 2022

The unprecedented volatility caused by the COVID-19 pandemic tested the abilities of CIOs to turn situational transformation into an enduring business strategy. However, most CIOs were successful in transitioning from reactive IT to proactive digital strategy.

7-Eleven: Where InfoSec Is Non-Negotiable

Rahul Neel Mani  •  October 5, 2022

Customer experience is a crucial factor in determining the growth and competitiveness of an organization. 7-Eleven is making every effort to deliver that experience securely through its innovations like 7NOW app, 7REWARDS and 7-Eleven Fleet.

Automation Does Not Warranty a True Digital Transformation

Rahul Neel Mani  •  October 3, 2022

Although automation plays a major role in an organization's digital transformation journey, it is just one of the factors that enable the success of that transformation, says Isaac Sacolick, president and CIO at StarCIO - an organization that helps businesses in their transformation journey.

A Robust Governance Framework Prevents Technology Failures

Rahul Neel Mani  •  September 30, 2022

With a solid technology architecture, which is secure by design, Maruti Suzuki delivers on its promises to customers. Rajesh Uppal, senior executive director, IT and HR, Maruti Suzuki India Ltd., discusses how the company is transforming to stay ahead in a competitive market like India.

The Changing Role of a CIO

Rahul Neel Mani  •  September 28, 2022

Though it is important to have a CIO who can speak and understand the business language, in the process, enterprises should not negate the technical knowledge of the leader, says Wayne Sadin, lead advisor, advisory board at Via Group Partners.

The Role of Automation in Audits

Rahul Neel Mani  •  September 27, 2022

While most technology leaders ignore audits, if done the right way, it can go a long way in reducing the overall cost, says Wayne Sadin, lead advisor at Via Group Partners.

CIO’s Destination Next: Creating Unicorns and New Revenue Models

Rahul Neel Mani  •  September 26, 2022

Telecom companies are no more about just voice and data. They are transitioning to become technology companies. Pradipt Kapoor, CIO, Airtel, shares how he is working on 10 new business ideas including credit cards and loans, ad-tech, and home surveillance.

Rilla - A Cloud-Native App Revolutionizing Banking in Bulgaria

Rahul Neel Mani  •  September 23, 2022

Bulgarian fintech Rilla aims to give customers the freedom to manage their money with ease. Even the process of onboarding its customers is end-to-end digital.