Recently had a fireside conversation with Kanwal Rekhi at TiE Chandigarh. What I valued most was not advice or frameworks, but perspective. When you have built and observed companies over long periods of time, you develop a different relationship with risk, patience, and decision making. We spoke about choices that are easy to explain in hindsight but difficult to make in the moment. About how endurance, not speed, often defines outcomes. And about the importance of staying grounded as organis...

TiEcon Chandigarh 2026, the region’s flagship entrepreneurial gathering, marked its 11th edition by bringing together 100+ global speakers, 250+ innovative startups in the Innovation Zone, and over 2000 entrepreneurs under one roof. smartData was proud to be a part of this dynamic ecosystem. A proud moment for us was witnessing our Global CEO & MD, Ajay Tewari, being honored with the TiE Chandigarh Ecosystem Catalyst Award by the Chief Minister of Haryana—an achievement that truly reflects...

We recently had the pleasure of welcoming a passionate and forward-thinking healthcare delegation from South Africa to our smartData headquarters in Mohali, India. The visit was more than just a meeting it was the beginning of something meaningful. The team behind one of South Africa's most established and community-driven healthcare organisations made the journey with a clear vision: to explore how digital transformation can reshape and elevate healthcare delivery across South Africa. Over t...

We were delighted to welcome a technology-driven delegation from Singapore to our smartData headquarters in Mohali, India a visit that opened the door to a promising collaboration in the logistics and courier space. The visiting team represented a forward-thinking technology organisation with a strong foundation in digital transformation, automation, and enterprise solutions across the Southeast Asian region. With deep expertise in building intelligent, compliance-driven systems, they arrived ...

The open town hall brought everyone together for a meaningful and transparent conversation. During the Interaction, Mr. Rakesh Pant shared valuable insights on embracing a forward-looking AI Native Approach -highlighting how it can support better decision-making, improve efficiency, and spark innovation across the organization. A key message emphasized was that every desk is AI-driven, regardless of department or role. One line that truly resonated was, “Tame the devil before the devil tames...

Work can get overwhelming at times - with deadlines, pressure, and managing multiple tasks together. If not handled well, it can impact both our work and personal well-being. To support this, smartData organized a session on Managing Stress by Manjula Sularia at K Tower, Mohali. The session focused on simple, practical ways to stay calm under pressure, think clearly, and handle daily challenges better. It also highlighted the importance of maintaining a balance between work and personal life, ...

smartData at the Dehradun Ultra Run 2026 was full of energy as the team came together for the 5 km, 10 km, and 25 km categories. With the participants from the Dehradun and Mohali branches, it was more than just a race - it became a shared experience of support, determination, and camaraderie. From the first step to the last, people cheered each other on, offered encouragement when the going got tough, and celebrated every milestone along the way. Events like this are a reminder that beyond the...

International Women’s Day 2026 was celebrated at smartData Mohali with great enthusiasm and happiness. The day started with an inspiring address by our CEO (I), who spoke about the important role women play in the organization and the need to create a supportive and inclusive workplace. This was followed by a special video message from our MD, which added encouragement and set a positive tone for the celebration. As part of the celebration, thoughtful gifts were given to all the women employe...

This year, our Holi celebration at the office was truly special. We celebrated the festival of colors over two days, bringing energy, laughter, and joy to the workplace. The office was full of colors, music, and happy moments as team members came together to play Holi, dance, and enjoy time with colleagues, family, and friends. Of course, no Holi is complete without sweets — "the gujiyas" were a big hit with everyone! “Holi is not just about colors, it’s about joy, togetherness, and ...