About VS 2.0
In a world where change is the only constant, the future belongs to those who can adapt, innovate, and harness the power of technology to drive growth and efficiency. Vishwa Samudra is operating in a rapidly evolving business landscape, characterized by disruptive technologies, changing consumer preferences, and intensified competition. As a forward-thinking conglomerate, we find ourselves at a pivotal juncture in history, facing challenges and opportunities that demand a profound transformation. The answer lies in embracing the digital future with unwavering determination.
Our Chairman Mr. C. Sasidhar, a transformation leader with a visionary outlook, is committed to driving digital transformation of the Vishwa Samudra group. His vision to bring in positive change by Challenging the StatusQuo & Changing for better will serve as a roadmap, guiding our efforts in harnessing technology to enhance our operations, products and services. Digital Transformation with Vishwa Samudra 2.0 (VS 2.0) will revolutionize the way we operate, connect, and drive growth across our diverse business portfolio.
The VS 2.0 endeavor is to enable the organization with seamless technology integration, optimizing processes,robust data security & risk management, in addition to creating an enhanced experience for our customers,partners, and employees. VS 2.0 aims at Vishwa Samudra to be – India’s First Technology Company in thebusiness of Infrastructure and Engineering
Why Digital Transformation for Vishwa Samudra
VS 2.0 Digital Transformation Overview
VS 2.0 – Key Benefits
- Customer-Centric Innovation: Our digital transformation strategy places our customers at the forefront. By leveraging emerging technologies, data-driven insights, and advanced analytics, we will create immersive, personalized experiences that anticipate and exceed customer expectations across all our business units
- Streamlined Operations and Efficiencies: We will harness the power of automation, integrated systems, data driven insights to streamline our internal processes, enhance operational efficiencies, and drive cost optimization. This transformation will enable us to operate with agility, adaptability, and scalability.
- Collaborative Ecosystem: In a rapidly evolving digital landscape, collaboration is the key to success. We will foster partnerships and collaborations with industry disruptor and technology leaders to co-create innovative solutions, leverage emerging trends, and seize new growth opportunities together.
- Empowered Workforce: Our employees are the driving force behind our conglomerate's success. Through upskilling, reskilling, and a culture of continuous learning, we will equip our workforce with the digital competencies and mindsets necessary to thrive in the digital age. By nurturing a digitally literate and empowered workforce, we will foster innovation and drive transformative change.
- Data Security and Privacy: As we embrace digital transformation, protecting the privacy and security of our customers' data remains a top priority. We will implement robust security measures, adhere to stringent regulatory requirements, and cultivate a culture of data ownership and ethical practices.
- Enhanced Stakeholder and Investor Relations: Stakeholder and investor relations are critical components of an organization's overall strategy, and they play a significant role in the success of a digital transformation initiative. VS 2.0 will involve the integration of digital technologies to enhance communication & transparency, data driven insights, efficient reporting and compliance, engagement and feedback, Investor relations platforms, digital annual reports & risk management.
VS 2.0 – Key Benefits
The proposed project is expected to deliver the following benefits to the VSG conglomerate:
VS 2.0 Implementation Journey
Digital transformation is an ongoing journey rather than a finite process, and we will remain agile and responsive to evolving technologies and market conditions. Additionally, the phases described here may overlap, and the specific steps within each phase can vary depending on our unique needs and goals:
What to expect next?
We will soon begin with the pivotal stage of our journey with the Solution Delivery and Design phase, which will broadly cover the following milestones
Current Area of focus for discovery phase 1
Expected Key Outcomes
- Phased approach to include Trading, PMC, Marine business (dredging)
- Finance transformation can be a parallel initiative
VS 2.0 Program Team Composition
Program Sponsor
Shivdutt Das
Executive Director – Vishwa Samudra Group
Core Project Team
| 1 | Dr. VV Rangarao | Technical Director – Research & Development |
| 2 | Mr. G Srinivasa Rao | Vice President- Digital Civil Engineering Labs |
| 3 | Santosh Kapu | Sr. Vice President – PMO & BIU |
| 4 | Mrudula Kunda | Vice President – IT |
| 5 | Hanmesh Gunnam | Project Coordinator – CPC |
| 6 | Jashashwi Dey | AGM, Operations & Control |
| 7 | Karan Medappa | President, Marketing & Communications |
| 8 | Col. Pratap Kumar Mohanty | Vice President, Tenders |
| 9 | Gaurav Bhadada | Vice President – Treasury |
| 10 | Prince Sethi | President – Enterprise Risk and Fraud Control |
Dr. VV Rangarao
Technical Director - Research & Development
Mr. G Srinivasa Rao
Vice President- Digital Civil Engineering Labs
Santosh Kapu
Sr. Vice President - PMO & BIU
As we progress, we will expand our team with talented individuals from various working groups and subgroups who can contribute their expertise and insights. The Core team will engage with key stakeholders of Vishwa Samudra and digital transformation partners for strategy development, value positioning, building technology landscape, collaboration and cross functional alignment, implementation and change management.