TLDR: CenturyPly has partnered with TimesPro to introduce ‘AIgnite’, a comprehensive, organization-wide initiative aimed at integrating Generative AI across all leadership and functional teams. This year-long program will equip employees with AI tools and frameworks to enhance operations in various departments, positioning CenturyPly as a leader in AI adoption.
Century Plyboards (India) Ltd., a prominent name in the building materials sector, has announced a significant stride towards digital transformation with the launch of ‘AIgnite’. This transformative, organization-wide initiative, developed in collaboration with TimesPro, a leader in learning and capability building, seeks to embed Generative AI across every function and leadership tier within the company.
The ‘AIgnite’ program is designed as a robust ‘AI in Action’ framework, a year-long learning journey structured to equip CenturyPly teams with the essential tools, frameworks, and mindset required for leadership in an AI-driven era. The initiative commenced with an ‘AI for Leadership’ session, which saw enthusiastic participation from key figures including Padma Shri Sajjan Bhajanka, Chairman; Shri Sanjay Agarwal, Managing Director; members of the Promoter Board; and senior executives from various business functions.
The program’s curriculum is structured into a three-tier learning model: CXO & Leadership Strategy Sessions, Function-Centric Hands-On Training Labs, and Refresher & Use-Case Deep Dive Modules. These modules will incorporate real-world simulations and outcome-driven learning, focusing on practical applications such as creating persuasive sales narratives, personalizing marketing campaigns, automating finance reporting, streamlining procurement processes, and enhancing IT ticketing and governance.
‘AIgnite’ will extend its reach to functional teams across Sales, Marketing, Finance, HR, Procurement, IT, and Supply Chain Management (SCM), with domain-specific tracks tailored to integrate Generative AI into both routine and strategic workflows. Rakesh Tiga, CHRO, CenturyPly, emphasized that “AIgnite is not about adopting a tool – it’s about evolving a mindset. As our teams gain new digital capabilities, we’re also reshaping the way they collaborate, ideate, and grow.”
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This initiative, thoughtfully implemented by the Learning & Development team under Kapil Anand, represents more than just a digital upskilling program; it signifies a broader people transformation agenda. By proactively shaping its role in the AI revolution, CenturyPly aims to position itself among India’s most progressive organizations, building a future-ready enterprise with technology at its core.
