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A global leader in the food and beverage industry, the customer is widely recognised for developing innovative flavours and fragrance solutions used across diverse consumer products. With growing production demands and increasing expectations around responsiveness, quality, and plant efficiency, the organisation set out to modernise its automation environment with a scalable digital infrastructure.
The objective was not only to modernise the automation infrastructure but also to establish a connected, resilient, and scalable system capable of supporting continuous production, centralised monitoring, and faster decision-making.
In a highly competitive food and beverage industry, the customer required a solution that could improve agility while maintaining process reliability and consistent product quality.
The implemented architecture provided a secure, reliable, and future-ready automation platform capable of supporting both current production requirements and future plant expansion.
Key highlights included:
A standardised automation platform enabled quicker production readiness and simplified implementation of operational changes.
| Area | Impact |
|---|---|
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Operations |
Higher uptime, improved control, better plant visibility |
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Scalability |
Ready for future expansion and multi-site deployment |
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Quality |
Improved process consistency and reduced rejection risk |
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IT/OT Reliability |
Redundant architecture with virtualised infrastructure |
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Decision Support |
Real-time operational insights for faster decisions |
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Business Agility |
Greater flexibility to support changing production demands |
For food and beverage manufacturers, operational continuity, product consistency, and production efficiency are essential for long-term success.
This project demonstrates how a modern DCS-based automation platform, combined with virtualisation, ThinManager, historian integration, and redundant system architecture, can transform traditional manufacturing into a connected, resilient, and future-ready operation.
The solution provides improved visibility, higher reliability, faster response times, and a scalable foundation for digital transformation.
Softcon successfully delivered a modern digital automation infrastructure that combines advanced process control, virtualisation, and operational reliability.
By implementing a scalable DCS-based automation platform with integrated visualisation, historian systems, ThinManager, and robust redundancy, the customer established a strong foundation for smarter manufacturing and future growth.
The result is a more connected, reliable, and efficient production environment that supports:
Neeta Kulkarni is the dedicated HR and CSR Director at Softcon Systems Private Limited. With a strong passion for people and positive change, she plays a key role in building a supportive and inclusive work environment. Her efforts help employees grow, stay motivated, and feel valued.
As a leader in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), Neeta also ensures that Softcon contributes meaningfully to society. From community development to employee well-being, she focuses on making a lasting impact both inside and outside the organization.
Her leadership blends care, strategy, and social awareness, helping Softcon grow as a people-first and purpose-driven company.
Vinayak is a seasoned professional with many years of experience in creating strategic roadmaps, driving corporate growth, and delivering impressive results. He has led high-performing teams and managed diverse responsibilities, significantly increasing annual revenues for multinational companies. His innovative approach has helped companies like Siemens and GE double their revenue in record time by breaking into competitive markets.
An expert in IIoT-connected enterprise solutions and product management, Vinayak is a true source of wisdom in automation, people management, and thoughtful leadership. His dedication to quality and continuous improvement consistently propels groundbreaking achievements across various industries, making him a key force in transforming business challenges into growth opportunities.
Chintamani Unde is a seasoned leader responsible for overseeing the entire maintenance and drives repair department, bringing extensive expertise and unwavering passion to his work.
With a strong background in managing large-scale service teams and optimizing repair processes, he consistently drives operational excellence and innovation. His strategic approach has reduced service downtime, improved customer satisfaction through proactive maintenance strategies, and optimized operational costs without compromising quality.
Chintamani’s commitment to translating vision into action and his ability to lead cross-functional teams ensure that the organization upholds high standards of quality and reliability, making him essential to boosting customer happiness and overall service performance.
Umesh Kurulkar is the Project Director and the driving force behind our smooth operations. With many years of experience, he has built a team that works together efficiently to reach clear goals.
Umesh is known for his practical approach to solving problems and improving everyday work. He focuses on turning ideas into simple, clear actions that help the company grow and succeed. His strong leadership and dedication to continuous improvement have made the company a leader in the industry.
Umesh’s hands-on style ensures that every part of the business works well, creating a culture of steady progress and success.
Mansing Beloshe is an experienced Project Manager with a strong background in the industrial automation industry. With expertise in Process Control, Engineering, Control Systems Design, Process Automation, and Project Engineering, he has successfully led numerous projects, driving efficiency and innovation.
His strategic approach to program and project management ensures seamless execution, from planning to implementation. A graduate of Sanjween Vidhyalay, Panchgani, Mansing is committed to delivering high-quality automation solutions that enhance operational performance and reliability.
As a Senior Manager for Service & Repair at Softcon Systems Pvt. Ltd., Chintamani Unde contributes knowledge and a commitment to providing outstanding service solutions.
Chintamani is essential to boosting customer happiness and upholding the organization's high standards of quality because of its emphasis on streamlining repair procedures and guaranteeing operational excellence.
Vinayak Hegde is a seasoned professional with 26 years of experience in creating strategic roadmaps, accelerating corporate growth, and producing significant outcomes. He has effectively led high-achieving teams, handled a variety of activities, and overseen yearly revenues of INR 60 crores. Vinayak has been instrumental in helping Siemens and GE double their revenue in record time by using creative tactics to break into cutthroat sectors.
He is an expert in IIoT, linked enterprise solutions, and product management, and he was awarded the Best Project Award at IIM Bengaluru. He also provides automation knowledge and thought leadership. Vinayak's dedication to quality keeps propelling revolutionary achievement in a variety of sectors.
Chandrakant Kulkarni holds a degree in Electrical Engineering and Management, which laid the foundation for his technical and entrepreneurial journey. His early roles in small companies helped him develop expertise in operations, marketing, and technology, ultimately paving the way for him to establish his own company within a decade.
Initially specializing in power management and process automation, his venture expanded over 22 years into IoT, motion control, and end-to-end integration. His leadership is driven by a relentless passion for innovation and solving complex challenges, creating significant value for customers and stakeholders.
With a visionary approach, Chandrakant Kulkarni continues to inspire industry transformation, setting new benchmarks in technological advancements and business excellence.