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The Future Factory Forum 2025: Empowering SME Manufacturers for the Digital Era

Small Enterprise India

India’s SME manufacturing sector forms the backbone of the country’s industrial economy, contributing nearly 30% to the GDP and employing over 120 million people. Yet, despite its scale, a significant portion of these enterprises operate with outdated technologies, manual processes, and limited digital integration. The post-pandemic era has amplified the urgency for transformation, with rising global competition, supply chain complexities, and customer demands for quality and speed. Industry 4.0 technologies—AI, IoT, automation, robotics, and cloud platforms—present a clear opportunity for SMEs to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and scale faster. However,…

Announcing Tally MSME Honours 2025 – Celebrating India’s Resilient and Visionary Entrepreneurs on International MSME Day

Small Enterprise India

As the world unites to celebrate International MSME Day, it’s time to shine the spotlight on the heart of India’s economic engine – our Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). In this spirit of recognition and celebration, we are thrilled to announce the 5th edition of Tally MSME Honours 2025 – a nationwide initiative dedicated to honoring and celebrating the trailblazers of the MSME ecosystem. Tally MSME Honours 2025 is more than just an award; it’s a platform to recognize the undying entrepreneurial spirit, innovation, and resilience that MSMEs demonstrate…

India’s Accelerating Automotive Vendor Growth Story: Powering the Shift to EVs and Hybrids

Small Enterprise India

India’s automotive industry has long been a cornerstone of the nation’s industrial prowess, contributing over 7% to the national GDP and employing more than 37 million people directly and indirectly. With the rise of Electric Vehicles (EVs), Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEVs), and connected technologies, this industry is undergoing one of its most significant transformations in recent history. The evolution is not limited to big automotive manufacturers; it extends deeply into the vast network of automotive vendors and suppliers—many of which are Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). These vendors form…

Reimagining HR in SMEs: Driving Change, Inspiring Growth

Small Enterprise India

The winds of change are sweeping across the small and medium enterprise (SME) sector in India, and leading this transformation from the front are the human resources (HR) leaders who are rapidly evolving their roles from traditional administrative functions to strategic business partners. As SMEs mature and scale, they are embracing the importance of people-centric practices, once considered the domain of large enterprises. Today, HR in the SME sector is not just about hiring and compliance; it’s about building a culture, attracting talent, nurturing leadership, and creating workplaces that inspire.…

From Vision to Victory: The Rise of State-Driven Investment Summits in India’s Growth Story

Small Enterprise India

Over the past decade, Indian state governments have emerged as dynamic catalysts in driving regional economic development through proactive investment promotion strategies. Recognising that robust industrial growth and foreign direct investment (FDI) are essential for job creation and infrastructure development, states have shifted focus from passive policy-making to aggressively courting investors across the globe. This transformation marks a significant departure from a traditionally centralised investment approach to one where states now compete to position themselves as lucrative business destinations. The genesis of this global investment movement in India can be…

Automate to Elevate: Unlocking Scalable Growth in the Future of E-Commerce

Small Enterprise India

In the ever-evolving landscape of e-commerce, staying ahead of the competition requires more than just a great product and a sleek website. It demands efficiency, speed, accuracy, and the ability to scale at will. That’s where automation steps in—not as a replacement for human intelligence, but as a powerful partner that enables e-commerce entrepreneurs to do more, faster and smarter. Automation isn’t a luxury anymore; it’s a necessity for survival and success in a market driven by rapidly changing consumer expectations, fierce competition, and the demand for instant gratification. From…

The Future Factory 2025: Empowering India’s Manufacturing SMEs Through Technology

Small Enterprise India

India’s manufacturing sector is on the brink of transformation. With rapid digital innovations reshaping global industries, the time has come for Indian SMEs in manufacturing to reimagine their operations, build resilience, and embrace technology as a strategic lever for growth. Recognising this pivotal moment, Small Enterprise India, in collaboration with NASSCOM Centre of Excellence – IoT & AI, proudly announces the launch of The Future Factory 2025 — a powerful initiative designed to catalyse technology adoption among manufacturing SMEs. The initiative will kick off with a Phase 1 roadshow across…

Whisking Dreams into Reality: How Vandana Mehta Built a Brand from Passion and Purpose

Small Enterprise India

In a world where dreams often get tucked away behind daily routines, Vandana Mehta dared to turn hers into a legacy. What began as simple baking experiments in her home kitchen, driven by a mother’s love to serve wholesome treats to her daughter, blossomed into Chocolat Corner, a brand that has touched countless hearts through its handcrafted indulgences. Leaving behind a stable corporate career, Vandana embraced her calling with courage, grit, and compassion, building not just a business but a community of loyal patrons who resonate with her story. Her…

Digitising India’s SME Manufacturing: The Fast Track to a Trillion-Dollar Economy

Small Enterprise India

India’s ambition to become a $5 trillion economy—and eventually beyond—cannot be realized without unlocking the full potential of its MSME sector. Contributing nearly 30% to India’s GDP, 45% to manufacturing output, and 48% to exports, the SME manufacturing segment is the silent engine of the country’s economic growth. Yet, this sector remains largely manual, fragmented, and digitally under-equipped. If India is to take the fast track toward global competitiveness, digitising and automating this segment is not optional—it’s imperative. While large manufacturing corporations are adopting Industry 4.0 with smart factories and…

Rise Above: 15 Transformative Business Ideas to Diversify, Strengthen, and Thrive in Today’s Market

Small Enterprise India

The post-COVID world has reshaped the way businesses survive, thrive, and grow. Entrepreneurs are now operating in an environment where agility, innovation, and diversification are no longer optional — they are essential lifelines. With changing consumer behaviours, rapid digital adoption, and emerging sectors like AI, EVs, sustainability, and digital services, today’s business scenario is bursting with new opportunities waiting to be explored. Entrepreneurs who diversify wisely can create multiple income streams, reduce dependency on a single market, and ensure long-term stability. Whether you’re a seasoned business owner or a new-age…

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