Archives June 2024

Connect Customer via Omni Channels like RCS, WhatsApp, SMS, Email, Bot & Live Agent along with Drip Marketing with 1ngage – a product by Onex Solutions

24th June 2024 Bangalore, Karnataka, India In the realm of automation and customer engagement, 1ngage emerges as a beacon of innovation and efficiency. With its launch, 1ngage has propelled itself into the forefront of the market, offering a suite of products designed to streamline processes, enhance customer interactions, and revolutionize businesses across various sectors.

Reach out to Onex Solutions to implement OMNI Channels in your business,to tap more customers across India

In the ever-evolving landscape of digital solutions, Onex Solutions has emerged as a prominent player, offering innovative products tailored to meet the dynamic needs of businesses. Among its latest offerings is 1ngage, a platform promising streamlined communication and marketing automation.

From its inception, Onex has been driven by a commitment to innovation, continuously pushing the boundaries of what is possible in the realm of automation and marketing. Through relentless dedication and a customer-centric approach, Onex has garnered acclaim for its ability to deliver tangible results and drive business growth.

Onex Solutions began its journey with a vision to bridge the gap between businesses and their customers through cutting-edge technology. Founded by 2 CA Dipak & Harsha Agarwal in Kolkata, the company aimed to revolutionize customer engagement by leveraging the power of automation and omnichannel communication. From its inception, Onex Solutions focused on understanding the evolving needs of businesses across various sectors. Through meticulous research and development, they crafted 1ngage a comprehensive platform designed to streamline customer interactions and enhance brand experiences. 1ngage offers a diverse range of communication channels, ensuring that businesses can connect with their audience through their preferred medium. Whether it’s a quick text message, an interactive chatbot conversation on WhatsApp, or a personalized email, 1ngage enables businesses to engage with customers wherever they are, delivering a consistent and cohesive experience across channels.

Connect Customer

Omnichannel Communication: 1ngage empowers businesses to connect with their audience seamlessly across multiple channels, including RCS, SMS, WhatsApp, WhatsApp Chatbot, Email, and Voice. This omnichannel approach ensures maximum reach and engagement, irrespective of the preferred communication channel of the customers.

Automation: One of the hallmarks of 1ngage is its automation capabilities. This not only saves time but also ensures consistent communication with customers, fostering stronger relationships.

Drip Marketing: 1ngage facilitates drip marketing campaigns, allowing businesses to nurture leads and drive conversions effectively. Businesses can automate various aspects of customer engagement, from sending personalized messages to scheduling follow- ups and reminders.

Analytics and Insights: The platform provides comprehensive analytics and insights into customer behavior, campaign performance, and engagement metrics. This data-driven approach enables businesses to make informed decisions, optimize their strategies, and achieve better results.

Personalized Communication: Brands can use 1ngage to send personalized messages tailored to each client’s preferences, behavior, and past interactions, ensuring that communication resonates with individual needs and interests.

Customer Support and Assistance: Brands can use 1ngage to provide proactive customer support and assistance, sending helpful tips, troubleshooting guides, or personalized recommendations to address client queries or concerns effectively. They can also integrate bots and live agents to delight customer experience.

Overall, 1ngage empowers brands to maintain ongoing communication and engagement with their clients through personalized, timely, and multi-channel interactions, fostering stronger relationships and driving customer satisfaction and loyalty.

Drip marketing in 1ngage is a comprehensive solution that leverages multiple channels, including RCS, SMS, Email, WhatsApp, WhatsApp Chatbot and voice all integrated into one platform. Here’s a deeper look into how 1ngage’s drip marketing capabilities across these channels benefit businesses:

In summary, 1ngage’s drip marketing capabilities across multiple channels provide businesses with a powerful toolset to engage their audience effectively, deliver personalized experiences, and drive business growth. By leveraging the diverse range of communication channels available on one platform, businesses can create seamless and impactful marketing campaigns that resonate with their clients.

What sets 1ngage apart is its ability to seamlessly integrate these diverse communication channels into a unified platform. Whether it’s SMS, Email, WhatsApp, RCS, or Voice, businesses can manage all their customer interactions from a single interface, streamlining operations and maximizing efficiency. With advanced automation, analytics, and personalization features, 1ngage empowers businesses to deliver exceptional experiences across every stage of the customer journey.

In conclusion, 1ngage by Onex Solutions stands as a testament to innovation and excellence in the field of customer engagement. By offering a comprehensive suite of communication channels and advanced features, 1ngage enables businesses to connect with their audience on their terms, driving engagement, loyalty, and growth in an increasingly digital world. Mr. Dipak H Agarwal, Founder & CEO, Onex Solutions once said, “Automation is the Key in building customer journey and reaching customer on omni channel. You can reach customer post action for better engagement”

TVS Motor Company to Partner With CSC Grameen eStores for its Commercial Vehicle Range

24th June 2024 Bengaluru, Karnataka, India TVS Motor Company (TVSM), a leading global manufacturer in the two and three-wheeler sector, today signed an agreement with CSC Grameen eStores for its commercial vehicle range (3-Wheelers). The partnership will enable CSC Village Level Entrepreneurs (VLEs) to serve as a touchpoint for TVS Motor’s commercial vehicles. VLEs will facilitate the process of inquiry, purchase, test drives, and/or delivery of vehicles, through the TVS 3-wheeler dealer network. The TVS commercial vehicle range comprising of TVS King Deluxe, TVS King Duramax, TVS King Duramax Plus, and TVS King Kargo will get listed on the CSC e-store this weekend.

TVS Motor Company

L-R: Vipul Khandelwal- Sr Manager CSC; Avani Kapoor- Sr Vice President CSC; Bhagwan Patil Chief strategy officer CSC with Rajat Gupta- EVP & Head Commercial Mobility Business TVSM; Pushpak Barik- Head- Sales & Marketing TVSM; Krishna Kumar- Head System Process & Sales Training TVSM

CSC Grameen eStore was started by CSC eGov, the apex enterprise set up with the support of the government of India to digitally empower the citizens of India.

Announcing the partnership, Mr. Rajat Gupta, Business Head of Commercial Mobility, TVS Motor Company, said, “We are excited to be on the CSC Grameen eStore. This partnership will help us expand our reach to areas so far untapped. VLEs being integrated in the their respective ecosystems, will ensure that as our first touchpoints, they are able to explain the product proposition in a language and environment that customers are familiar with. It will not just facilitate sales but also bring about a deeper customer connect.”

Mr. Avani Kapoor Sr Vice President, Business Head, of CSC Grameen eStore said, “We welcome the TVS Motor Company on the CSC network. With a mission of ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’, we aim to bring world-class products to rural areas. Commercial mobility is a key requirement for the country and its social and economic well-being. With TVS on the platform, VLEs get a wonderful portfolio of 3-wheelers to sell and customers get a great proposition to buy. We couldn’t have been more pleased.”

Sanjaya Mariwala Takes Over as President of the IMC Chamber of Commerce and Industry

24th June 2024 Mumbai, Maharashtra, India Mr. Sanjaya Mariwala, has taken over as the new President of the IMC Chamber of Commerce and Industry (IMC). He succeeds Mr. Samir Somaiya, who has completed his tenure.

With a distinguished career spanning over four decades, Mr. Mariwala brings a wealth of experience and expertise to this new role. He is the Executive Chairman and Managing Director of OmniActive Health Technologies Ltd, with a controlling shareholding of TA Associates. OmniActive is one of the leading nutraceutical ingredients manufacturing companies globally. He has made significant contributions in several industries through management and board roles. Bombay Oil Industries Ltd, Kancor Ingredients, Auto Hangar, and VKL Spices, are some of them.

Mr. Mariwala is also the Founder and President of the Association of Herbal and Nutraceutical Manufacturers of India (AHNMI) and a member of the Nutraceutical Task Force of the Principal Scientific Advisor (PSA) – Government of India. His past leadership roles include Chairman of the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) for Kerala, President of the Indian Pepper and Spice Trading Association, and the All India Spices Exporters Forum, among others.

Mr. Sanjaya Mariwala,

Mr. Sanjaya Mariwala, Executive Chairman and Managing Director – OmniActive Health Technologies and President – IMC Chamber of Commerce and Industry

In his inaugural address as the President of IMC, Mr. Sanjaya Mariwala said, “India is on a path to become the 3rd largest economy globally with a focus on ‘Viksit Bharat’ agenda. And we at IMC intend to play an active role in building this ‘New India’, by furthering manufacturing, sustainable enterprises, investments in agriculture, expanding the services sector, and all this led by strong digital capabilities. Our efforts will be channeled through various programs such as Bharat Calling, sustainability conferences and exhibitions, and reforms in banking and economy.”

He further added, “I am excited to take on the mantle of leading IMC through this exciting phase of growth and in the journey towards ‘Amrit Kaal’ for India. In support, the theme for the year will be Awakening-Advocacy-Awareness-Alignment-Action.”

The IMC looks forward to a new era of growth and development under Mr. Mariwala’s visionary leadership, dedicated to fostering economic advancement and sustainable development in India.

Mr. Sanjaya Mariwala, Executive Chairman and Managing Director – OmniActive Health Technologies and President – IMC Chamber of Commerce and Industry

Mr. Sanjaya Mariwala, Executive Chairman and Managing Director – OmniActive Health Technologies and President – IMC Chamber of Commerce and

Wellness Startup, Habuild, Celebrates International Yoga Day by Setting a World Record for Performing Yoga with 5,99,162 People

24th June 2024 Nagpur | New Delhi, India As the nation celebrated the 10th International Yoga Day, Nagpur-based startup, Habuild, celebrated and created a new World Record on Friday, 21st June 2024. The habit-building wellness platform that focuses on consistency, set a World Record by making 5,99,162 people perform yoga asanas with them. To generate excitement and encourage a maximum number of people to be a part of this eventful celebration, the brand conducted a 21-Day Free Yoga Challenge ahead of the International Yoga Day to add to the spirit of the day.

Saurabh Bothra,

Saurabh Bothra, CEO, Habuild performing yoga on International Yoga Day

The habit building and holistic wellness brand, Habuild, aims to inspire people from different walks of life to come together in maximum numbers and make yoga a habit. The free yoga option is to encourage people to be motivated to work out and decide to go in for a subscription only once they are sure about being regular. Not just this, the brand intends to plant 25,000 trees owing to the number of referrals received. The team promised to plant 1 tree for every 5 referrals received prior to the day of creating the Yoga Day World Record.

Voicing his happiness, Saurabh Bothra, CEO & Certified Yoga Instructor, Habuild said, “This time, my expectations were surpassed. Nearly six lakh people joined the challenge, with around two lakh participants showing up for the morning batch alone at 6:30 am! I am immensely grateful to everyone who participated in the challenge shared the challenge details with their loved ones, and continue to trust us. It is because of you that we could make this world record possible. Yoga is creating a significant global impact, and now is the time to make it a habit. Our ultimate goal is to make yoga a household staple in the world of exercise. The theme for Habuild’s 21-day free yoga challenge is #HarGharYoga, a reflection of our mission to make yoga accessible to everyone. This is just the beginning!“

The ongoing 21-Day Free Yoga Challenge is getting a lot of traction from across the world with Yoga enthusiasts enrolling from diverse realms of life. Additionally, the wellness brand has grown exponentially in the last 1 year with an increased interest from regions such as Mumbai, Bangalore, Pune, and Delhi along with many Tier 2 and 3 cities. The participants in the historic event came from 92 different countries across the globe, especially North America, Singapore, Middle East to name a few. This ongoing yoga challenge commenced on June 10, 2024, and it remains open to all participants, free of cost, until June 30, 2024.

The official team of the World Records Union invigilated the prestigious event. The officials declared that 5,99,162 participants were part of the event and celebrated the importance of Yoga and well-being on a global scale.

The Boys Season 4 Delivers Global Growth for Third Consecutive Season; S4 Premiere Viewership Up by 21% on Prime Video

The Boys franchise has grown exponentially in its global viewership with every new season showcasing the fandom from viewers globally. The fourth installment of this series is soaring to new heights since its premiere on Prime Video. According to the streaming service, the latest season which premiered with the first 3 episodes has increased viewership by 21% as compared to the previous seasons. The new season is also among the top 5 most viewed TV seasons on Prime Video through its first 4 days and has reached #1 in 160 countries. Countries like India, Brazil and UK have outsized performance in terms of viewership and 60% of the audiences for this latest series was based outside of the US.
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The Boys is based on The New York Times best-selling comic of the same name by Garth Ennis and Darick Robertson, who also serve as executive producers, and developed by executive producer and showrunner Eric Kripke. The series, from Sony Pictures Television and Amazon MGM Studios, returned with the much-awaited fourth season on June 13 in English, with dubs in Hindi, Kannada, Tamil, Telugu and Malayalam languages, only on Prime Video and will release episodes weekly till an explosive finale on July 18. The Boys has been renewed for a fifth and final season.LINK – https://www.instagram.com/p/C8cfJu8pIPW/?igsh=NXp0ZXIzNzZyNjVm

Mosaics Fine Art Festival Holds 29th Annual Fair

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St. Charles, MO, 21st June 2024– The 29th annual Mosaics Fine Art Festival will be held on Fri., Sept. 13 from 4 to 9 p.m., Sat., Sept. 14 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Sun., Sept. 15 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The free family-friendly event will be held along several blocks of North Main St. in Historic St. Charles, Mo. where more than 30 restaurants and over 75 shops are located.

The three-day festival includes over 100 juried artists from more than 15 states exhibiting and selling their artwork. Media categories include clay, drawing, glass, leather, metal, pastel, oil/acrylic, photography, printmaking, sculpture, watercolor, and wood. A total of $5,000 will be awarded to the top nine artists.

The Children’s Village area will feature hands-on art experiences for children to create their own make-and-take art masterpieces. Hours are 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sat. and Sun.

Mary Hediger’s Memorial Art Shop for Kids is a kids-only gallery where children ages 14 and younger can buy professional artwork. Designed to foster art appreciation at a young age, all pieces are donated by participating festival artists and can be purchased for a nominal fee.

The H. Robert Pank Memorial Music Stage will showcase a variety of performing artists throughout the weekend. The Artists for Adoption Pet Pavilion, located at the north end of the festival, will be open to families interested in adopting pets from Stray Paws Adoptables.

The Joyce Rosen Founder’s Scholarship art display will include select high school students’ works of art. Scholarships will be presented in memory of Joyce Rosen, the original festival founder and a longtime supporter of St. Louis artists and events.

The nonprofit Mosaics Fine Art Festival showcases local and regional artists while educating the community about how art can enhance their lives. The festival features a diverse range of artwork from emerging, mid-career, and established artists across all media. For more information, call (314) 406-2067.

Announcing Speakers and Discussion Topics for the 2024 Joint Air Survivability Summit

Announcing Speakers

National Harbor, MD,21st June 2024– Defense Strategies Institute is pleased to announce the first line-up of eminent speakers and discussion topics at the Joint Air Survivability Summit, taking place at the Sunset Room in National Harbor, MD on July 31-August 1, 2024. The Summit will convene senior-level experts and decision-makers from across the DoD, Military Services, Industry, & Academia to examine how to improve and upgrade aircraft survivability equipment and related threat management solutions.

At this forum, senior-level speakers will examine and detail the role of different approaches to enhancing airframe and crew survivability, including threat avoidance, test & evaluation, defensive aids, physical protection, and damage mitigation. Discussions will also center around furthering the role of electromagnetic detectors, effectors, & simulators as defensive aids. This forum will also offer insight into current/future initiatives toward integrating launched effects that aide in extending the organic reach, lethality, and survivability of aerial platforms.

Summit Speaker and Discussion Topics Include:

· Delivering Lethal & Survivable Aviation Capabilities to Enable USMC Aviation Mission Success: LtGen Bradford Gering, USMC, Deputy Commandant for Aviation, HQ USMC

· Assessing Aircraft Survivability Solutions to Dominate the Multi-Domain Battlefield & Mitigate Combat Aircraft Losses: Dr. Sandra Hobson, SES – Deputy Director, Operational Test & Evaluation for Strategic Initiatives, Policy, & Emerging Technologies OSD/DOT&E

· Improving Naval Aircraft Survivability to Enhance Warfighting Effectiveness & Air Superiority: RADM Michael P. Donnelly, USN, Director, Air Warfare (N98), Office of the Chief of Naval Operations

· Delivering Integrated & Interoperable Warfighting Capabilities to Provide a Decisive Advantage in the Air Domain: RDML Keith A. Hash, USN – Commander, Naval Air Warfare Center, Weapons Division, Chief of Test, Naval Air Systems Command

· Conducting Development, Testing, & Evaluation of Aerospace Systems & Capabilities: Arthur Huber, SES, Executive Director, Air Force Test Center

· Maximizing Army Air Survivability by Developing & Modernizing EW Capabilities: COL Gary W. Brock, USA, Capability Manager. Electronic Warfare, U.S. Army

Lift-Off and Other Diecast Hinges for Heavy Enclosure Doors – from FDB Panel Fittings

Lift-Off and Other

Isleworth, United Kingdom, 21st June 2024– FDB Panel Fittings are pleased to announce that they now offer traditional style diecast hinges for use on the outside of enclosures where they can facilitate lift-off operation, to ensure easy removal of doors for access to internal equipment during installation or maintenance. They provide a robust door mounting with an industrial aesthetic that suits heavy doors and multi-compartment cabinets with lay-on doors, which is ideal for industrial/commercial/office/retail enclosures for machine tool equipment – also factory controls, distribution panels, HVAC access, safety guards, IT/Telco cabinets, processing equipment and similar.

This popular range of hinges are now available ex-stock for urgent delivery from the FDB Online store. Mounting is using cast-in mounting studs which are simply inserted through pre-punched holes and secured with internal nuts. Installation can be arranged with both hinges oriented in the same direction for lift-off or with one up and one down to lock the door in place so it is not removable. Extra-large or heavy doors may be accommodated with three or four hinge units to provide additional capacity.

Other diecast hinges are offered in the associated range where butt hinges and pedestal hinges suit flush doors and internal hinges provide a fully concealed installation with separate screw fixing. Diecast hinges can be supplied in black or natural self-color for overpainting to match the panel appearance. Internally mounted hinges do not lift off and are fixed with separate screws

Announcing Defense Strategies Institute’s 2nd Government Biotechnology Innovation Summit

Announcing Defense

National Harbor, MD, 21st June 2024-– Biotechnology has rapidly evolved, presenting both promising opportunities and potential threats. The development of rapid diagnostic tools and vaccines against infectious diseases like Ebola or Zika is essential for preempting potential pandemics, thereby safeguarding public health and national stability. Furthermore, biotech innovations enhance agricultural safety by improving crop resilience against pests, diseases, and environmental stressors, ensuring food security—a foundational aspect of national stability.

To this end, the Defense Strategies Institute is proud to announce the 2nd Government Biotechnology Innovation Summit on September 4-5. The Government Biotechnology Innovation Summit will bring together senior leaders from across, federal government, research labs, industry, and academia to discuss how the government employs biotechnology for national security purposes, including biodefense initiatives, surveillance of infectious diseases, and the prevention and response to biological threats. The 2024 Summit will be held at 151 George St. in National Harbor, MD, where the biotechnology community will explore the intersection of biotechnology, defense, and the federal government, on a wide range of critical topics, reflecting the diverse applications and implications of biotech in national security and public service domains.

2024 Confirmed Speakers

· Peter Marks, MD, PhD, Director, Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research, FDA
· Valerie Reed, PhD,Director, Bioenergy Technologies Office, Department of Energy
· Deirdra Chester, PhD, Director, Office of the Chief Scientist, USDA
· Steven Witte, Director, Biologics Development Module, National Bio and Agro Defense Facility,
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· Joanne Andreadis, PhD, Associate Director for Science, Office of Science & Public Health Practice, Office of Readiness & Response, CDC
· Mary Larkin, PhD, Program Manager, BARDA Accelerator Network, U.S. Department of HHS
· Seth Faith, PhD, ST, Senior Scientist, Biotechnology and Biomedical Sciences, Air Force Research Laboratory
· Ashley Molinaro, PhD, Director, CBR Division, NSWC Indian Head
· Steph Batalis, PhD, Research Fellow, Georgetown’s Center for Security and Emerging Technology

2024 Topics of Discussion Will Include:

· U.S. Biotechnology Policy and Innovation: Spearheading DOD Biomanufacturing Strategy Development
· Advancing Safe and Effective Biologics: The Role of Regulatory Science in Public Health
· Addressing the Importance of Biodefense and Biosecurity Measures in Ensuring Naval Force Protection
· Creating Next-Generation Technologies by Driving Innovation and Fostering Economic Growth
· Enhancing Real-World Outcomes Through Biotech Research Initiatives at ARPA-H
· Panel Discussion: National Security Commission on Emerging Biotechnology

Enabling Defense Readiness with Resilient & Robust Energy Solutions

National Harbor, MD, 21st June 2024– The 2024 DoD Energy & Power Summit will explore the critical importance of promoting energy assurance across military installations and operational energy initiatives. On July 31-August 1, senior-level speakers will convene in Washington, DC to address recent advancements being made to integrate sustainable energy solutions to optimize efficiencies, mitigate costs, and eliminate risks associated with traditional energy sources.

Attendees will have the unique opportunity to learn from, engage with, and ask questions of senior-level leaders across the energy and power community on the technologies, strategies, and policies that will support the energy and power needs of the Department of Defense. Further, this event will examine how to strengthen installations, critical infrastructures, energy grids, and energy solutions against manmade and natural threats to enhance mission assurance and reduce risks to readiness.

2024 Confirmed Speakers

· Paul Farnan, SES, Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Army for Installations, Energy, and Environment
· Michael McGee, SES, Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Energy (Acting)
· Madeline (Maddi) Reeves, Deputy Chief Sustainability Officer, White House Council on Environmental Quality
· BG Kirk Dailey, USA, Director of Operations, Office of the Deputy Chief of Staff, G-9
· Troy Warshel, Associate Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Operational Energy
· Kim Spangler, PhD, Executive Director, SERDP and ESTCP
· Puesh Kumar, Director, Office of Cybersecurity, Energy Security, and Emergency Response, Department of Energy
· Eric Shields, Senior Battery Advisor, ASD, Industry Base Policy, OUSD A&S
· Rishi Garg, Director for Clean Energy, White House Council on Environmental Quality
· Lindsey Falasca, Director for Net-Zero Federal Buildings, White House Council on Environmental Quality
· Brendan Casey, Deputy Director for Federal Fleet Sustainability, White House Council on Environmental Quality
· Cory Goetz, Chief of the Technical Management Division, Project Manager Expeditionary Energy & Sustainment Systems, PEO CS&CSS
· Christopher Johnson, PhD, Senior Chemist/Argonne Distinguished Fellow, Argonne National Laboratory
· Kunal Thaker, Senior Resilient Energy Systems Manager, Idaho National Lab
· Jeff Moore, PhD, Institute Engineer, Southwest Research Institute

Topics of Discussion at the 2024 Summit Include:
-Developing Advanced Energy Storage and Battery Solutions
– Successes and Challenges of Implementing the Federal Sustainability Plan
– Developing Technologies and Best Practices for U.S. Power Grid Resiliency and Security
– Implementing Policies and Strategies that Drive Energy Efficiencies Across DoD
– Supporting the Army’s Installation Energy Needs to Maintain Readiness and Boost Resiliency
– Powering Navy and Marine Corps Installations and Operations with Resilient Energy Solutions
– Supporting Resilient, Efficient, and Secure Installations, Facilities, and Mobile Environments across the Marine Corps
– Optimizing Energy Resources for Mission Success Across the DAF’s Installations and Operations

DSI is welcoming Sponsors and Exhibitors for the forum. To learn more please contact Dudley Duverne at dduverne@dsigroup.org or (201) 987-1803.