Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), global provider of IT, consulting and business services, announced its collaborative engagement with MassRobotics, an independent robotics hub designed to advance robotics and connected devices. Through this collaboration, TCS aims to support MassRobotics’ mission to foster robotics innovation by engaging with startups, researchers and industrial companies.
As part of this initiative, TCS will have an on-site presence at MassRobotics' facility in Boston. This will allow TCS to directly collaborate with innovative robotics startups, research institutions and industry. TCS will engage with MassRobotics’ community by providing technical expertise, mentorship and industry insights while gaining exposure to emerging robotics trends and innovations, such as physical artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics for specialized sectors. The collaboration will leverage TCS’ expertise in AI, machine learning and automation to advance robotics technologies for both technical and commercial applications across industries where robots enhance human work.
Tom Ryden, executive director, MassRobotics, said, “We are excited to partner with TCS to bring innovative robotics solutions to market faster and more efficiently. TCS’ global reach and deep technological expertise will complement our mission to support robotics innovation and create new avenues for growth in industries that are adopting robotics solutions.”
TCS has more than 46,000 associates and 32 sales, delivery and data center locations across North America. Krishnan Ramanujam, president, consumer business group, TCS, said, “As robotics continues to gain traction across industries—from retail to transportation—the potential to transform businesses and society is immense. Working alongside MassRobotics, TCS aims to accelerate the development of cutting-edge solutions that will not only streamline operations but also deliver new levels of innovation and efficiency. Together, we are helping to shape a world where robotics and intelligent automation empower industries and enrich lives.”
The collaborative project will focus on several key initiatives aimed at fostering growth in the robotics sector.
- joint research and development initiatives: collaborating on new robotics technologies to address emerging challenges in automation and AI
- industry systems: developing industry-specific applications for robotics
- startup ecosystem: supporting early-stage robotics startups with access to TCS' global resources, technology platforms and expertise
- innovation and commercialization: helping bridge the gap between innovative research and real-world applications, ensuring that groundbreaking technologies reach the market faster.
