<div>Dell, the world’s fastest-growing integrated IT company, on Wednesday (10 December) announced the launch of the Latitude 14 Rugged Extreme notebook and the Latitude 12 Rugged Extreme convertible notebooks in India, for customers who require sturdy machines for ruggedized work environments.</div><div> </div><div>The Dell Latitude Rugged Extreme devices are solutions which are designed keeping in mind the hazards faced by users who operate in extreme conditions such as dust, moisture, drops, vibration, extreme temperatures and other such conditions, in fields such as military service, manufacturing, construction, heavy industries etc. Latitude Rugged Extreme notebooks are independently tested to military standards including drops up to six feet, as well as ingress protection, emissions and hazardous materials certifications by a third-party testing facility.</div><div> </div><div>Dell provides the tools, users need to stay productive and work efficiently in all conditions. Apart from enabling technological capability in any condition, the devices are feature packed with durable pogo-pin docking, a customizable RGB keyboard, native serial ports, a privacy shutter on the webcam and stealth mode. These devices also enable connectivity with a blazing performance from power-efficient fourth-generation Intel processors, 802.11ac wireless3, available mobile broadband4 and discrete GPS.</div><div> </div><div>Commenting at the launch, Indrajit Belgundi, Director & General Manager, End User Computing, Dell India said, “The Dell Latitude Rugged devices are a game changer when it comes to servicing the needs of a highly intense job, being carried out in difficult conditions. With the introduction of these unique products, we believe that many industries in India can benefit from a niche technology that has been built for their business. The Dell Latitude Rugged Extreme devices offer end to end computing functions with the added assurance of protection and sturdiness in hazardous environments, be it for military services, Oil & Gas sector, the government, manufacturing or construction."</div><div> </div><div><strong>Win India: World Of Industry 2014 Fair Commences</strong></div><div>India's biggest industrial trade fare "Win India: World of Industry 2014" was inaugurated by G.M. Sideshwara, Minister of state for Heavy Industries & Public Enterprises at Pragati Maidan on Wednesday. </div><div> </div><div>The four day fair is the umbrella for four trade fairs – MDA India, Industrial Automation India, CeMAT India and Surface Technology India. This platform shall also witness exploring opportunities from across the globe to network with the business communities and provide exposure to attract large numbers of Industrial players to introduce global technology manufacturers providing solutions for Process Automation, Hydraulic and Pneumatic solutions, material handling and warehousing solutions at one location Win India 2014. </div><div> </div><div>The fair will witness participation from the likes of Godrej, Siemens, jungheinrich, Festo, Rittal, Mistubishi, lapp, Titan, Maini, ACE, Janatics, Delta Electronics India, Gefran, Connectwell and many more.</div><div> </div><div><strong>Toshiba Launches Windows Based Tablets In India </strong></div><div>Toshiba India, a 100 per cent subsidiary of Toshiba Corporation, Japan, a global leader in innovation and cutting edge technology, today announced the India launch of its much awaited Windows 8.1 Tablet ‘WT-8’, powered by Intel Atom Processor Z3735G. The WT-8 tablet offers productivity, performance and portability in a thinner and distinguished lighter design. The WT-8 will be available to the Indian customers exclusively on one of India’s largest e-commerce portal, Amazon.in, starting 10th December 2014 at a price of Rs 15,490/-</div><div> </div><div>Available in 20.32 cm screen size, WT-8 comes equipped with stunning visuals on a bright HD (1280x800) 10-point multi-touch display, superior sound through Dolby Digital Plus and preloaded with apps like Xbox Music and Video, Kindle Reader, Skype and a one year subscription to Office 365, the WT-8 is ready for productivity and entertainment right out of the box.</div><div> </div><div><strong>Jakson Bags 110Cr MEP Contract From DMRC</strong></div><div>Jakson Group, India’s leading power solutions company has won order worth Rs 110 crore from Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) to execute MEP work under Phase I of Kochi Metro Rail Project. </div><div> </div><div>As part of the turnkey contract, Jakson will undertake supply, installation, testing & commissioning of E&M, Fire Detection & Fire Suppression systems including DG Sets for 22 Elevated Metro Stations of Aluva – Petta line spanning 22.25 km and Muttom Depot.</div><div> </div><div>Scope of work mainly consist of SITC of Switchgear Panel, Distribution Panel, Cabling, Indoor Lighting / Fans, Protective Earthing, External Lighting, UPS / Inverter System, Air Conditioning, DG Set, Fire Alarm & Annunciation System, Fire Hydrant System, Sprinkler System, Panel Flooding Tube System, EOT Cranes, Air Compressor & 1600 KWp Roof top Solar System.</div><div>The execution work on the first phase of this project has started and is expected to be complete by June, 2016.</div><div> </div><div>Sameer Gupta, MD, Jakson Group, said, “It is heartening to see our efforts bear fruit and underlines Jakson’s commitment to quality and ability to deliver projects in a time bound manner. The DMRC order was won due to the untiring efforts of our power solution and distribution team amid stiff competition. This win will only encourage us to do better and we are confident of getting more such orders for metro projects from across the country.”</div><div> </div><div><strong>IKEA to ‘Make More In India’</strong></div><div>Taking forward its commitment to the Indian market, IKEA, theglobal home furnishings leader, announced a new initiative - ‘Make More in India’. The initiative isaimed at potential suppliers and toexpandIKEA’s supplier base as well as the categories of home furnishing productssourced in India. IKEA on Wednesday sources for EUR 315 million and plans to double the sourcing by 2020.</div><div> </div><div>Speaking about the new initiative, Sandeep Sanan, Head of Sourcing, IKEA South Asia said, “We believe there is tremendous potential in India. We are looking for new supplierswho share our vision and values, are willing to grow with us and become world class suppliers. We believe that many suppliers will come from other segments who are looking to diversify their business.”IKEA today has 48 suppliers in India with 45,000 direct employees and about 400,000 people in its extended supply chain.</div><div> </div><div>As part of the ‘Make More in India’ initiative, IKEA India will conducttwo seminars - in Mumbai (16 January) and in Bangalore (23 January), where more than 100 new potential suppliers are likely to participate. The seminars will focus on enrolling new suppliers in existing categories like textiles and rugs; as well as for new home furnishing categories like furniture, mattresses, and sustainable materials like bamboo and acacia; and also growing suppliers for categories like metal, plastics, and lighting.</div><div> </div><div><strong>Jet Airways American Express Corporate Card Launched</strong></div><div>Jet Airways and American Express on Wednesday announced the launch of the Jet Airways American Express Corporate Card. The co-branded Card will help small & mid-sized companies and their executives save substantially on business travel and entertainment expenses. In an environment where corporate India is poised for economic expansion and business travel is likely to increase, the Card could be a significant driver of savings, which are earned in the form of JPMiles and corporate rebates on Taj Group of Hotels.</div><div> </div><div>American Express President, South Asia, Sanjay Rishi said, “Many companies may not realize it, but business travel and entertainment are among the top controllable expenses in an organization. This new product in partnership with Jet Airways delivers savings on this key expense line. Since this segment doesn't enjoy bulk deal privileges on airline and hotel spending, the Jet Airways American Express Corporate Card saves both time and money, allowing companies more time to focus on their core business. This is the only corporate card program in India that offers both company and individual Card members rewards in the form of JPMiles, combined with the convenience of streamlining the way companies manage their business expenses.”</div>
