The Visionary Leader for Manufacturing (VLFM) programme, established jointly by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and the Japan International Co-operation Agency (JICA), is mentored by the renowned Japanese expert, Padma Shri Professor Shoji Shiba. An experiential learning process, this programme trains senior leaders in strategic thinking. Several of our leaders have undergone this transformative programme, strengthening our workplace culture.
A joint initiative of CII and ANAND since 2009, the Visionary Small and Medium Enterprises (VSME) has helped institutionalise globally-best practices into the ANAND Heijunka Production System (AHPS). A dedicated ANAND team is guided by Japanese experts to partner with ANAND suppliers in implementing best-in-class manufacturing practices. Some leading OEMs have also begun to follow VSME principles, institutionalising the concept of partnership-based supply chains.