Assent Inc., a global leader in supply chain sustainability management, has announced the launch of its new Innovation & Technology Center in Pune, India. This strategic expansion is part of Assent’s global growth plan to empower complex manufacturers with an AI-powered platform for sustainable and resilient supply chains—driven by data, guided by innovation, and powered by people.
Why Pune?
Pune was selected after an extensive global evaluation process for its deep technical talent pool, strong academic ecosystem, and thriving technology landscape. Its proximity to key Assent customers also supports closer collaboration, faster feedback cycles, and stronger partnerships.
Center Leadership and Strategy
The new center will be led by Manoj C. Patil, VP – Engineering, Managing Director, and Center Head for Assent India. The facility is designed not as a standalone offshore unit but as an integrated, real-time extension of Assent’s global capability network, co-owning product roadmaps and accelerating innovation delivery.
Focus Areas
The Pune Innovation & Technology Center will:
- Drive regional product innovation
- Advance AI-powered analytics and risk intelligence
- Support 24/7 platform delivery and global customer service
- Develop tools for ethical sourcing, compliance management, and sustainability reporting
- Enhance platform scalability and user experience
Commitment to Sustainability
Aligned with Assent’s broader sustainability goals, the Pune center is planned as a sustainable workplace designed to support a high-performing, inclusive, and mission-driven culture. The facility will feature environmentally responsible practices, reinforcing Assent’s commitment to ethical, transparent, and sustainable operations.
Leadership Quotes
“I’m excited to lead Assent’s expansion into India and help establish a center that reflects our commitment to purposeful innovation and global impact,” said Manoj C. Patil, VP – Engineering, Managing Director and Center Head, Assent India.
“This is a pivotal step in scaling our mission, not just to build powerful technology, but to create solutions that enable manufacturers to operate more transparently, ethically and sustainably.”
“This is a pivotal step in scaling our mission, not just to build powerful technology, but to create solutions that enable manufacturers to operate more transparently, ethically and sustainably.”
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