Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IITD) and Automation Industry Association (AIA) partnered in May 2017 to establish a center under the auspices of the Samarth Udyog initiative—a project of the Ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI). The center, known as the Foundation for Smart Manufacturing (FSM), supports the development of technologies for the effective adoption and implementation of smart manufacturing concepts.

FSM serves as a demo-cum-experience facility in North India, focusing on skill development, MSME consultancy, and fostering multi-academia partnerships. These initiatives aim to drive technology adoption, giving a significant boost to the competitiveness of Indian manufacturing through smart technologies.

The project integrates advanced technologies from Europe, Japan, USA, and India, promoting 'Producing Smarter' with Technologies. FSM is specifically designed to implement smart manufacturing in India, effectively addressing key areas through:

• Awareness Building

• Prototyping

• Simulation

• Testing Services

• Consulting Services

• Site Integration

• Education and Training

• Skill Certification

• Job Work

• Research

Mandated Guidelines

• Conduct awareness campaigns on Industry 4.0

• Provide training for master trainers

• Facilitate active participation for startups and incubators

• Assist SMEs in planning and implementing Industry 4.0 projects through consultancy services

• Collaborate with nearby universities for student training and internships

• Involve industries in SPV models for sustainability

• Participate in government-formed platforms for Industry 4.0

• Implement provisions for e-waste management

• Engage as many clusters of capital goods as possible

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