The third edition of the Digital Engineering Awards took place in Dallas, Texas, co-hosted by Information Services Group (ISG), L&T Technology Services (LTTS), and CNBC-TV18. This prestigious event celebrated engineering excellence, showcasing over 230 nominations from various global organisations. The nominations spanned groundbreaking advancements in digital engineering, with a significant focus on artificial intelligence (AI) and generative AI technologies.
More than 100 industry leaders and individual contributors gathered to recognise the remarkable achievements of 35 organisations and 14 individuals in categories such as Mobility, Sustainability, and Tech. The event underscored the increasing importance of digital engineering within various sectors, including automotive, aerospace, energy, medtech, telecommunications, and more.
The awards highlighted the transformative potential of digital engineering, with Michael P. Connors, Chairman and CEO of ISG, noting, “Digital engineering continues to redefine nearly every facet of modern life — from clean energy to healthcare innovations and more.” He added that this year’s surge in nominations reflects how digital engineering has become integral to global industries and infrastructures.
The awards recognised outstanding contributions in two segments: 'Engineering the Change' and 'Engineer at Heart', with eleven distinct categories focusing on sustainability, digital products, and the application of emerging technologies. The evaluation process for submissions involved a panel of global experts from various institutions, which included academics and industry professionals.
Awards in the segment 'Engineering The Change' recognised organisations that demonstrated leadership and innovation. Key winners included Union Pacific Railroad, honoured for its application of technology to improve safety, and AT&T, which received the award for its resilience initiative aimed at building climate-resilient communities. The category of 'AI Impact of the Year' saw SymphonyAI acclaimed for its AI-powered industrial operations, alongside Dell and Philips receiving commendations for their transformative AI innovations.
On an individual level, awards included categories such as 'Digital Engineer of the Year', which was awarded to Andy Vitale from Caterpillar, and 'AI Innovator of the Year', awarded to Deven Panchal of AT&T. These recognitions showcased the professional achievements of engineers and their contributions to industries.
Within the ever-evolving engineering landscape, the increase in nominee entries and the diverse representation of women in engineering roles highlighted the growing importance of inclusivity in driving innovation. Amit Chadha, CEO & Managing Director of L&T Technology Services, expressed optimism regarding this diversity, stating, “It is particularly uplifting to see more women designing, innovating and leveraging cutting-edge technologies to solve today’s challenges.”
The Digital Engineering Awards aim to exemplify the achievements in research and development and to facilitate the realisation of transformative ideas among global organisations. As the event closed, it was evident that digital engineering continues to be a critical driver of industry transformation, showcasing a blend of creativity, technology, and sustainable practices shaping the future.
Source: Noah Wire Services