Digital Business and Analytics Conclave

FUSION'26

From Models to Autonomous Business Systems:
The Next Orbit of Innovation

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02 MARCH 2026

MONDAY, 09:00 AM onwards

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TTJ AUDITORIUM

ICSR, IIT MADRAS

About FUSION'26

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.

Distinguished Speakers

Prof. A. Parasuraman

Emeritus Professor & James W. McLamore Chair Emeritus, University of Miami

Prof. Saji K. Mathew

Professor & Head, DoMS, IIT Madras

Sidd R. Siddharthan

Managing Director, Market Unit Lead, Technology Accenture

Rahul Jindal

Director STACK, Google

Pavan Laxmeshwar

Head of the Data/AI Practice, Bosch Global Software Technologies

Samyak Jain

Head – SCMAC, Standard Chartered

Mohua Sengupta

SVP & Country Head, The Standard

Mhonika Bharathi

Lead Business Analyst/Product Owner, Thoughtworks

Kaushik Kadidal

Co-Founder & CEO, SQFT Fund

Event Schedule

Time	Program
08:30 AM	Registration Participant registration, networking
09:30 AM - 10:00 AM	Inauguration Session Welcome Address Chief Guest Address Special Recognition Ceremony
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Special Session by Prof. A Parasuraman on "Programmatic Research"
11:00 AM - 11:15 AM	Networking Break Tea/coffee break with opportunities for networking and one-on-one interactions with panelists.
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 Lunch and continued networking with speakers, panelists, and fellow participants.
2:00 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 Tea/coffee break with opportunities for networking and one-on-one interactions with panelists.
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

Hands-on Workshop

Generative AI & Agentic AI: From Models to Autonomous Business Systems

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.

Workshop Facilitators

Dr. Sridevi Tandley

Faculty & Chair - Industrial Consultancy, BIM

Dr. Manochandar S

Assistant Professor, BIM

Register for the Conclave

REGISTRATION FEES

Students/Scholars/Faculty* ₹ 750 + GST

BIM-43 Applicants ₹ 250 + GST

BIM Alumni ₹ 500 + GST

Corporates ₹ 1000 + GST

* 1 Complimentary Faculty Pass for every 5 students from the same institution.

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