2025 Wrap-up
“In 2025, India has shown an incredible drive for digital adoption, with businesses across manufacturing, logistics, and retail rapidly implementing technologies like machine vision, RFID, and advanced mobile computing. This shift is strongly supported by national initiatives such as PM Gati Shakti and the PLI schemes, which are accelerating the move toward smarter supply chains. The impact of AI is undeniable; our research shows that real-time visibility and AI-driven intelligence are now critical to meeting rising consumer expectations. In line with this, Zebra is introducing next-generation AI solutions that deliver intelligence directly to the edge. By empowering our partner ecosystem and the connected frontline with these tools, we are helping unlock new growth and efficiency. Zebra is dedicated to supporting India’s journey toward a fully connected and productive future.”
—Subramanium Thiruppathi, Director India and Subcontinent, Zebra Technologies
2026 Predictions
“In 2026, India will enter a new phase of digital maturity where technology empowers its workforce like never before. The narrative is shifting from replacing workers to augmenting them – equipping the connected frontline with smart wearables, AI-driven guidance, and remote expertise to boost productivity and safety. Simultaneously, intelligent automation is reshaping operations. AI-enabled machine vision and industrial scanners are moving quality management from reactive fixes to predictive insights. This convergence of a connected workforce and intelligent automation is where real growth lies. At Zebra, we are dedicated to leading this evolution. Our role is to provide the edge computing and AI tools that enable India’s most dynamic industries to achieve new levels of productivity and sustainable growth.”
—Subramanium Thiruppathi, Director India and Subcontinent, Zebra Technologies