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Delhi hosts the CLMP Loyalty Workshop as Loyalty Academy expands its India footprint
According to Brian Almeida, Senior Faculty Member at Loyalty Academy, modern loyalty programmes must balance value, data, and trust
New Delhi, January 2026: Delhi is set to host the Certified Loyalty Marketing Professional workshop for the first time as Loyalty Academy brings its flagship CLMP practitioner programme to the capital on 12 and 13 February 2026. The workshop is being organised jointly with The Wise Marketer, in partnership with Strategic Caravan, marking the fourth public CLMP workshop to be held in India.
The two-day, in-person programme follows successful editions in Mumbai and Bengaluru and is designed for professionals involved in building, evaluating, or transforming loyalty strategies. Participants include brand leaders, marketers, consultants, technology specialists, and agency professionals working across sectors where customer retention, engagement, and long-term value creation are central.The CLMP workshop offers a structured deep dive into the strategic, operational, technological, and financial foundations of effective loyalty programmes. The curriculum draws from global best practices while addressing market-specific considerations relevant to India, enabling participants to apply frameworks that are both internationally benchmarked and locally grounded.
Delivered by senior faculty members from Loyalty Academy, the programme covers all core CLMP modules along with select electives from the full certification curriculum. The format combines expert-led sessions with interactive exercises, peer discussions, and applied learning. Indian loyalty practitioners will also contribute through featured presentations, bringing regional perspectives into the classroom.Speaking on the evolution of loyalty marketing, Brian Almeida, Senior Faculty Member at Loyalty Academy, said that loyalty has moved well beyond points and rewards. He noted that sustainable programmes today are built on clear value exchange, data intelligence, financial discipline, and trust, and that the CLMP programme is designed to equip professionals with the rigour required to design initiatives that are measurable and meaningful to customers.
The workshop concludes with a comprehensive case study and final examination, evaluated by Loyalty Academy. Participants who successfully demonstrate applied understanding are awarded the Certified Loyalty Marketing Professional credential, a globally recognised certification in the loyalty domain.The Delhi edition reflects India’s growing role in the global loyalty landscape, as organisations increasingly seek structured approaches to customer engagement, data-led decision-making, and long-term relationship management.
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From experimentation to execution, AI strategy enters a more measured phase at Capgemini
Pascal Brier, Chief Innovation Officer and Member of the Group Executive Committee at Capgemini, explains why governance and leadership readiness now matter more than speed
Mumbai, 16 January 2026: After several years of experimentation and rapid pilots, organisations are entering a more deliberate phase of artificial intelligence adoption, according to new research released by Capgemini. The findings point to a clear shift away from short-term AI hype towards long-term value creation anchored in governance, skills, accountability, and leadership readiness.
The research, published by the Capgemini Research Institute, indicates that AI is no longer viewed as a peripheral productivity tool but as a core component of enterprise strategy. A growing number of organisations have moved generative AI use cases into live operations, while many are also exploring agent-based AI systems. Business leaders increasingly believe that failing to scale AI at pace with competitors could lead to missed strategic opportunities.At the same time, how organisations define AI success is evolving. Productivity and cost reduction are no longer the sole benchmarks. Measures now extend to revenue growth, customer experience, risk management, compliance, and knowledge management. This broader view reflects a more mature understanding of AI’s role in enterprise decision making.
Commenting on the shift, Pascal Brier, Chief Innovation Officer and Member of the Group Executive Committee at Capgemini, said organisations have entered a more pragmatic era of AI-driven transformation. He noted that the focus has moved to embedding AI across the enterprise rather than pursuing isolated experiments, with strong foundations in data, governance, and leadership emerging as critical enablers.The research also highlights that organisations are becoming more selective in their AI investments. Many leaders report pausing lower-value initiatives in favour of projects with clearer outcomes. On average, organisations expect to increase AI spending in 2026, directing funds toward infrastructure, data readiness, governance frameworks, and workforce upskilling to support sustainable adoption.
Alongside operational deployment, AI is beginning to influence executive decision making. A separate Capgemini Research Institute study finds that more than half of CXOs already use AI to support strategic decisions, primarily for research, analysis, and documentation. Over the next few years, leaders expect AI to play a larger role in challenging assumptions and augmenting strategic thinking, while still remaining an input rather than a replacement for human judgement.Despite growing adoption, trust remains a key concern. Many senior leaders cite legal, security, and explainability risks as barriers to deeper reliance on AI for executive decisions. Clear governance and accountability frameworks are therefore seen as essential to increasing confidence and ensuring responsible use.
As enterprises look ahead to 2026, the research suggests that success with AI will depend less on speed and experimentation, and more on how effectively organisations align technology with leadership, governance, and long-term business objectives.At Prittle PrattleNews, featuring you virtuously, we celebrate the commitment and innovation. Led by Editor-in-Chief Smruti Bhalerao, our platform is dedicated to sharing impactful stories that inspire change and create awareness. Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and YouTube for more stories that matter.
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Academic led innovation gains momentum as a new startup catalyst centre takes shape at Galgotias University
Galgotias University CEO Dr. Dhruv Galgotia discusses collaboration with IIT Mandi and partner institutions
Academic led innovation is gaining renewed momentum with the inauguration of the IIT Mandi Catalyst Satellite Centre at Galgotias University, marking a step toward strengthening research driven entrepreneurship and startup creation within higher education ecosystems. The centre has been established to support early stage ventures, promote deep tech innovation, and bridge the gap between academic research and real world application.
The inauguration positioned the campus as a collaborative node for innovation, bringing together academic leadership, researchers, and ecosystem partners focused on translating ideas into scalable solutions. The initiative reflects a growing emphasis on university anchored platforms as contributors to national capacity building and technology led entrepreneurship.The event was attended by senior academic leaders including Prof. Laxmidhar Behera, Director of Indian Institute of Technology Mandi, who served as Chief Guest, and Prof. Goutam Sutradhar, Director of National Institute of Technology Jamshedpur, as Guest of Honour. Their presence highlighted the role of inter institutional collaboration in strengthening India’s innovation and startup landscape.
Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Dhruv Galgotia, Chief Executive Officer of Galgotias University, said that innovation and entrepreneurship need to be embedded within the academic environment. He noted that the IIT Mandi Catalyst Satellite Centre is intended to provide students and researchers access to mentorship, infrastructure, and industry exposure required to build ventures with real world relevance and impact.A key outcome of the event was the signing of two Memorandums of Understanding aimed at expanding collaborative research and startup support. The agreements were signed between Galgotias University and the National Institute of Technology Jamshedpur, and between Galgotias University and Jharkhand University of Technology Ranchi. These partnerships will enable joint research projects, faculty and student exchange, access to advanced laboratories, and shared incubation and acceleration programmes.
The collaborations are expected to strengthen pathways for research commercialisation by supporting deep tech startup creation, improving access to funding networks, and enabling students to engage with innovation ecosystems beyond their home institutions. The event also saw participation from senior academicians and ecosystem stakeholders, including Prof. N. K. Goyal of CSAI and CMAI.With the launch of the IIT Mandi Catalyst Satellite Centre, Galgotias University reinforces its focus on aligning academic excellence with entrepreneurship. The initiative positions universities as active contributors to India’s startup pipeline by enabling research translation, institutional collaboration, and student led innovation at scale.
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