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48 SMT007 MAGAZINE I SEPTEMBER 2025 serves as a model for how Lean principles can be successfully adapted to the unique challenges of high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environments. These results demonstrate the effectiveness of properly adapted Lean methodology in HMLV environments. Individual results may vary based on specific operational characteristics and implemen- tation commitment. SMT007 References 1. "A Review of the High-Mix, Low-Volume Man- ufacturing Industry," by Hossain, Md. Uzzal, Abdullah Al Mamun, and Hafeez Anwar, MDPI Processes 11, no. 7 (2023): 2042. 2. "An experimental investigation of Lean Six Sigma philosophies in a high-mix low-volume manufacturing environment," Public Library of Science (PLoS) ONE, Volume 19, Issue 5, May 17, 2024. 3. Made-to-Order Lean: Excelling in a High-Mix, Low-Volume Environment, by Greg Lane, New York: Productivity Press, 2007. 4. "Applying Lean Manufacturing Concepts to a High-Mix Low-Volume Make to Order Environment, a case study from MIT, 2021. Chintan Sanghani is a member of the Electronics Center for Excellence (ECE) at SLB, a global group overseeing all aspects of electrical equipment for the company. As India advances towards its goal of becoming a $5 trillion economy, the government is focused on enhancing the manufacturing sector, particularly through smart and digital manufacturing initiatives. India's manufacturing sector is expected to play a pivotal role in driving economic growth, contribut- ing 20% to the country's GDP by 2035 and present- ing a potential market opportunity worth $3 trillion, according to a report by OmniScience Capital. To meet the demand for visionary leaders in this field, the Indian Institute of Management—Cal- cutta (IIM—Calcutta) is launching the Advanced Programme in Smart Manufacturing Leadership (APSML) in collaboration with VCNow Executive Edu- cation, a brand owned by Unified Collaboration Ser- vices LLP. This unique eight-month program targets senior professionals, plant heads, CXOs, operations leaders, and entrepreneurs who aspire to implement smart and digital manufacturing strategies, utilizing Industry 4.0 technologies to achieve operational ex- cellence and enhance competitiveness. "The program focuses on data-centric aspects such as data-driven manufacturing, cyber security, data governance, and system modelling, which en- ables participants with enhanced decision-making tools to improve business performance through op- timized production processes, increased respon- siveness, and efficiency," said Professor Partha Pri- ya Datta, program director. As the industry requires a blend of technical, managerial, and operational skills, the program also places a strong emphasis on strategic and opera- tional aspects. "Through sustainable strategy, sup- ply chain management, change management, and leadership skills in digital manufacturing, we aim to bring in the aspects of strategy and operation- al excellence and inculcate these amongst the par- ticipants," Datta says. "The program helps partici- pants to learn how to foster a culture of continuous improvement and drive strategic innovation within their organizations through the adoption of intelli- gent manufacturing." This program's seamless online format makes it executive-friendly. The online sessions are held once a week for three hours on Saturdays, allowing professionals to easily balance their work and study commitments. Additionally, the program includes a four-day campus immersion, providing valuable hands-on experience. (Source: VCNow) IIM Calcutta Launches Advanced Programme in Smart Manufacturing Leadership