IBM to set up software lab in Kochi

KOCHI: IBM announced on Wednesday that it is working to set up a Software Lab in Kochi. IBM Software Labs are leading global innovation centers that develop and deliver next-generation software portfolios and cloud offerings.

In a virtual meeting, Chief Minister of Kerala, Pinarayi Vijayan, Sandip Patel – Managing Director, IBM India, and Gaurav Sharma – Vice President, IBM India Software Labs discussed the role of technology in accelerating the state’s digital mission.

During the meeting, Vijayan shared his vision of making Kerala a Digital Knowledge-Economy, the changes introduced in the IT policy, and the role of technology in helping sectors reset and recover from the pandemic. He also discussed the importance of collaboration between Industries, Government, and academia to drive growth opportunities within the state.