The cutting-edge solutions will help advance operations and have an impact on Takeda’s workforce
Takeda announced the official opening of its Innovation Capability Center (ICC) in Bengaluru. In this centre, digital solutions will be built as part of Takeda’s global digital transformation, which includes insourcing capabilities. This marks Takeda’s first ICC in Asia, following successful establishments in Slovakia and Mexico.
The ICC helps support the company’s dedication to advancing healthcare through innovative solutions. These cutting-edge solutions will help advance operations and have an impact on Takeda’s workforce, the patients that we serve and the planet for years to come.
“The launch of our Bengaluru ICC is a pivotal moment for Takeda’s digital transformation journey,” said Gabriele Ricci, Chief Data and Technology Officer, Takeda. “Tapping into local talent is vital in our quest to create better health for people and a brighter future for the communities we serve. Investing in India’s remarkable talent and technological expertise underscores Takeda’s commitment to leveraging local expertise to deliver innovative, data-driven solutions and sustainable growth.”
The ICC in India will develop key technology capabilities to fuel innovation by embracing data and digital solutions using an agile, patient-centric and solution-focussed approach.
The ICC will concentrate on pioneering advancements across domains including:
· Artificial Intelligence (AI) and GenAI to enhance efficiency and predictive analytics in healthcare
· Device Engineering and Application Virtualization to drive innovation in product development and patient-centric solutions
· Data Science and Visualization to enable data-driven decision-making for improved patient outcomes
“India was a natural choice for Takeda’s first ICC in Asia,” said Tilak Banerjee, Head of Takeda ICC India. “This strategic commitment will generate new jobs and further the company’s global mission of delivering life-transforming treatments to patients.”
(With inputs from Chithra Prakash)