Embracing Digital Transformation

As the leading manufacturer of stainless steel in India, Jindal Stainless Ltd is committed to developing and uplifting the entire ecosystem of stainless steel in the country. Under its curated initiative called the Stainless Academy, the Company is focussing on a multi-pronged approach to advocate and popularise the usage and benefits of stainless steel. Right from academia and future decision-makers up to fabricators and other stakeholders in the ecosystem, and even end consumers, Jindal Stainless Ltd is working on every front to ensure category recognition and skill development to increase usage of stainless steel. Given India’s per capita consumption at 2.8 kgs compared to the global average of 6 kgs, there is huge potential for the growth of stainless steel in India.Jindal Stainless has been at the forefront of the manufacturing industry's digital transformation journey, consistently implementing cutting-edge technology solutions to optimise processes, minimise defects and achieve unparalleled efficiency. With a strong focus on aggressive growth in the coming years, the Company is actively seeking to adopt new and innovative technologies such as IoT, Analytics and AI/ML to support its ambitious expansion plans. To ensure a successful digital transformation, it has partnered with Capgemini to conduct detailed assessments and design a roadmap for its digital initiatives. Through comprehensive assessments, workshops and focused interviews, Jindal Stainless Ltd has identified pain points across various business functions and addressed them through targeted digital initiatives. It has also developed a digital charter and engaged its stakeholders to validate the future state, resulting in the design of a transformation roadmap with clear milestones. This roadmap prioritises 40 use cases and aligns them with the Company’s World Class Manufacturing (WCM) pillars, ensuring a strategic and mature approach to building a smart plant.

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Seamless ERP Migration and Enhanced Productivity

The Company has announced the seamless migration of its ERP system to the cutting-edge 'Rise with SAP' platform. This transition has ushered in a new era of productivity, streamlining operations and empowering the workforce to achieve remarkable feats of efficiency

Trailblazing Industry 4.0 Advancements

The Company is pioneering advancements that redefine manufacturing paradigms at the forefront of the Industry 4.0 revolution. Its endeavours span a multitude of emerging technology areas, prominently including the Internet of Things (IoT). By harnessing IoT capabilities, it minimises downtimes, augments Overall Equipment Efficiency (OEE) and paves the way for an unprecedented era of operational excellence.

Data Visualisation with SAP Dashboards

In line with its data-driven decision-making philosophy, the company is embarking on the implementation of SAP Dashboards. This futuristic solution serves as a visual command centre, consolidating critical data into intuitive displays for senior management and leadership. This leap in data visualisation equips the company with unprecedented insights, enabling agile and informed decision-making.

Unveiling a Digital Roadmap

The company is charting an ambitious digital roadmap, steering itself towards a paperless future. Its ongoing Vendor Invoice Automation Initiative is set to revolutionise its procurement processes. Furthermore, the company is making fervent progress with projects such as Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling, as well as Manufacturing Execution System implementation. Simultaneously, it is poised to embark on transformative ventures, including the establishment of a digital control tower. These ventures collectively foster a future of streamlined operations and unparalleled productivity

Exemplary IT General Controls and Fortified Data Security

The company’s commitment to excellence extends to IT General Controls (ITGC), as affirmed by its auditors who consistently commend the efficacy of the control framework. It maintains stringent vigilance over data security, continuously reviewing and fortifying its defences while embracing emerging technologies to safeguard digital assets.

Intelligent Collaboration with SAP

Embracing intelligent collaboration, the company has seamlessly integrated SAP Intelligent Spend Management into its operations. This ground-breaking implementation has redefined its bid management process, enhancing collaboration across its extensive vendor value chain.

Empowering Security Operations Control

To stay ahead of ever-evolving cyber threats, the company is empowering its digital ecosystem with Security Operations Control. This state-of-the-art framework amplifies its monitoring capabilities, ensuring the inviolability of the digital assets against unwarranted intrusions. The company’s proactive stance secures its digital infrastructure, poised to withstand the challenges of tomorrow.

Successful Merger Implementation

The company takes pride in the successful and timely merger implementation of Jindal Stainless Limited and Jindal Stainless (Hisar) Limited within the SAP ecosystem, meticulously adhering to statutory requirements. This milestone integration has fortified the organisational structure, creating synergies and unlocking new milestones in operational efficiency.