Bharathidasan Institute of Management
Tiruchirappalli
in collaboration with
Department of Management Studies
IIT, Madras
as the Knowledge Partner
Presents
From Models to Autonomous Business Systems:
The Next Orbit of
Innovation
MONDAY, 09:00 AM onwards
ICSR, IIT MADRAS
FUSION'26 is a student-led Digital Business and Analytics Conclave focused on India's rapid digital transformation and the rise of Agentic AI. The conclave emphasizes practical B2B applications of AI including supply chain optimization, enterprise analytics, predictive maintenance, and AI-driven decision systems rather than surface-level B2C use cases.
By bringing together academia, industry, and startups, with the Department of Management Studies, IIT Madras as the Knowledge Partner, FUSION'26 aims to bridge the gap between industry-led digital transformation and academic readiness.
Through panel discussions, special sessions, and hands-on workshops, the conclave identifies critical skill gaps, promotes industry–academia collaboration, and prepares students for emerging AI-driven roles in a sustainable, future-oriented digital ecosystem.
Emeritus Professor & James W. McLamore Chair Emeritus, University of Miami
Professor & Head, DoMS, IIT Madras
Managing Director, Market Unit Lead - Technology, Accenture
Director STACK, Google
Head of the Data/AI Practice, Bosch Global Software Technologies
Capgemini
Head – SCMAC, Standard Chartered
SVP & Country Head, The Standard
Lead Business Analyst/Product Owner, Thoughtworks
Co-Founder & CEO, SQFT Fund
| Time | Program |
|---|---|
| 08:30 AM |
Registration
|
| 09:30 AM - 10:00 AM |
Inauguration Session
|
| 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM |
Special Session by Prof. A Parasuraman on "Programmatic Research"
|
| 11:00 AM - 11:15 AM |
Networking Break
|
| 11:15 AM - 12:15 PM |
Panel Discussion 1: AI Transformation - Challenges & India's Position
Industry experts and faculty from IIT Madras discuss real-world applications of
AI in enterprise environments, featuring insights on system-level transformation and scalable solutions.
|
| 12:15 PM - 1:15 PM |
Panel Discussion 2: From Generative AI to Agentic AI - Enterprise-Wide
Intelligence & Systemic Transformation
Industry experts and faculty from IIT Madras discuss real-world applications of
Agentic AI in enterprise environments, featuring insights on system-level transformation and scalable
solutions.
|
| 1:15 PM - 2:00 PM |
Networking Lunch
|
| 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM |
Special Talk by Mr. Rahul Jindal, Director STACK, Google on "AI Strategy for
Enterprise Transformation"
|
| 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM |
Hands-on Workshop: Session 1
Participants will gain practical experience with cutting-edge AI technologies
and implementation frameworks.
|
| 3:30 PM - 3:45 PM |
Networking Break
|
| 3:45 PM - 5:00 PM |
Hands-on Workshop: Session 2
Participants will gain practical experience with cutting-edge AI technologies
and implementation frameworks.
|
| 5:00 PM - 5:30 PM |
Valedictory Session
|
An intensive, hands-on workshop that bridges theoretical understanding with practical implementation skills. The workshop is structured to accommodate participants with varying technical backgrounds—from beginners seeking a foundational understanding to experienced practitioners looking to deepen their expertise in autonomous AI systems. Participants will gain practical experience with cutting-edge AI technologies and implementation frameworks. This hands-on workshop will cover real-world applications, best practices, and scalable solutions for enterprise AI transformation.
Faculty & Chair - Industrial Consultancy, BIM
Assistant Professor, BIM
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