KULDEEP KAUSHIK
FOUNDER
Kuldeep Kaushik is the visionary founder of THE INDUSTRY FOUR®, a platform committed to transforming industry & society through innovation, and capability development. With a unique blend of engineering expertise and strategic foresight, he champions future-ready thinking on Fourth to Forthcoming Industrial Revolution.
Meet the Founder & Conceptualizer
KULDEEP KAUSHIK - Founder of THE INDUSTRY FOUR®
As the Founder and Initiator of THE INDUSTRY FOUR, I have embarked on a visionary journey within the realm of industrial innovation. The Industry Four is a dynamic and pioneering initiative that thrives on the pulse of the fourth industrial revolution and its evolving successors. In this role, I have orchestrated the inception and growth of this transformative endeavor, harnessing its agility to stay in sync with the ever-shifting landscape of industrial progress. Founding and nurturing The Industry Four has been a testament to my unwavering commitment to pushing boundaries, fostering innovation, and embracing emerging technologies. This role epitomizes my dedication to leading at the forefront of industry evolution, driving forward-thinking solutions, and shaping the trajectory of the future of industry.
Professional Journey snapshot of Kuldeep
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⛘ EVOLUTION:
Kuldeep embarked on his career as an engineer, gaining valuable experience on the shop floor of discrete and continuous process manufacturing plants. With a strong foundation in engineering, he quickly realized the importance of expanding his horizons and broadening his skill set. This led Kuldeep to explore various industry verticals, including Energy, Manufacturing, Technology, Media, and Telecommunication. Through his relentless pursuit of knowledge and dedication to continuous improvement, Kuldeep gradually evolved his capabilities, transitioning from an individual contributor to a leadership profile. He embraced different roles and responsibilities, acquiring valuable expertise and honing his leadership skills along the way. Over the span of more than two decades, Kuldeep's professional endeavors took him across different countries and continents, reflecting the globally diversified nature of his experiences. This extensive exposure to various cultures, markets, and business landscapes further enriched his understanding and made him a versatile professional capable of thriving in diverse environments.
⛘ EDUCATION:
As a firm believer in the principle of continuous learning, Kuldeep is a qualified technology management professional with degrees in A.D. - IEIE, B.E. - ECE, M.B.A. – TM, PGD - PM, and EPP - OM. He is certified in world-class standard frameworks and holds memberships and associations with industry-leading corporations and standardization organizations, including UKTIN, Microsoft, SAP, AWS, MESA, UK5G, 3GPP, ETSI, Ericsson, OPC Foundation, Digital Twin Consortium & IIOT Consortium, and tmforum.
⛘ EXPERTISE:
Kuldeep possesses cross-functional work stream competencies covering numerous individual contributor and leadership roles. His areas of interest and expertise include Innovation and Change Management, Standardization Framework, Service Engineering & Design Thinking, Business Model & Operating Model, Industry 4.0 & Factory of Future, Emerging Technology & Technology Convergence, Digital Transformation, Enterprise Architecture, Education & Competence Development, Project & Program Management, Process Engineering & Operational Excellence, Product Development, Strategy Framework, and CoE - Center of Excellence Transition & Transformation Programs.
⛘ EXPERIANCE:
Kuldeep has worked with and served at the Global Head Quarters and strategic business locations of renowned organizations worldwide, including but not limited to Hero Honda Motors (Hero Moto Corp) - India, Electrolux Kelvinator - India, SRF Limited (Business Chemicals Div.) - India, TRAI - Telecom Regulatory and Authority of India, Aricent Technologies (Capgemini Engineering) - India, Ericsson Global Service - India, Nokia Siemens Networks - India, TUV SUD South Asia, Aircom International (TEOCO), Alcatel Lucent (Nokia) - France, Alcatel Lucent (Nokia) - Malaysia, Alcatel Lucent (Nokia) - Armenia, Orange Africa - Burkina Faso, T Mobile HQ - U.S.A., Liberty Global - Europe, Vodafone (Unity media) - Germany, Virgin Media O2 - UK, AT&T - U.S.A., Airtel Africa - Kenya, Ericsson HQ - U.S.A., and Vodafone Hutchison (TPG Telecom) - Australia.
Industry & Institutions
Worked With & Served by Kuldeep (Few Selected Only)
The Institute for
Business Design Innovation
The BDI Institute is an initiative to institutionalize the practice of Business Design by integrating innovation, strategy & transformation into future-ready business education. It is powered by the ti4 Knowledge Platform; an initiative of THE INDUSTRY FOUR® to serve Industry & Society through transformative Education.
Business | Design | Innovation
BDI Institute
About the Initiative
⛘ BDI Institute
The Institute for Business Design Innovation (BDI) is a pioneering initiative by THE INDUSTRY FOUR®, created to bridge the gap between traditional business strategy, design thinking, and innovation-driven transformation. In today’s rapidly evolving landscape, organizations must go beyond conventional business models and embrace Business Design—a structured, interdisciplinary approach that combines strategy, customer-centricity, systems thinking, and emerging technologies. BDI aims to institutionalize the practice of Business Design by developing standardized methodologies, fostering industry-academia collaboration, and equipping businesses and professionals with the tools to design, build, and transform organizations for the future.
⛘ Vision of BDI Institute
To be the world’s leading institution in Business Design Innovation, creating a global impact by enabling organizations to integrate design-led strategy, innovation, and technology for sustainable growth and transformation.
⛘ Mission of BDI Institute
- Institutionalizing Business Design: Establish Business Design as a structured and recognized discipline across industries.
- Developing Practical Frameworks & Tools: Crafting methodologies that guide businesses in designing and implementing innovation-driven strategies.
- Empowering Business Leaders & Professionals: Providing education, certifications, and resources to develop expertise in Business Design.
- Bridging the Gap Between Business & Design: Fostering collaboration between strategists, technologists, designers, and business leaders.
- Advancing Research & Thought Leadership: Conducting industry research, case studies, and publishing insights to shape the evolving landscape of Business Design.
- Driving Holistic Enterprise Transformation: Helping organizations navigate complexity and uncertainty by integrating Business Design with emerging technologies.
⛘ Why Business Design?
Business Design is the intersection of strategy, innovation, human-centered design, and systems thinking. It ensures that businesses are not only viable (financially sustainable) but also desirable (customer-focused), feasible (technologically achievable), and adaptable (future-ready).
⛘ Key Benefits of Business Design:
- Strategic Clarity – Aligns business objectives with innovation and customer needs.
- Competitive Differentiation – Helps organizations design unique, scalable, and sustainable business models.
- Resilience & Agility – Enables businesses to pivot effectively in dynamic environments.
- Customer-Centric Growth – Integrates design thinking principles for user-driven innovation.
- Technology Integration – Ensures seamless adoption of digital transformation and Industry 4.0 advancements.
- Operational Excellence – Drives efficiency and effectiveness across business functions.
⛘ Who Should Join BDI Institute?
The Institute for Business Design Innovation is for anyone who wants to drive strategic innovation, transformation, and sustainable business growth.
⛘ Ideal Participants:
- Business Leaders & Entrepreneurs – Looking to integrate Business Design into their organizations.
- Strategy & Innovation Professionals – Seeking to develop expertise in Business Design methodologies.
- Corporate Executives & Decision Makers – Aiming to future-proof their business models.
- Technology & Digital Transformation Leaders – Bridging the gap between technology and business strategy.
- Academia & Researchers – Contributing to the evolution of Business Design as a discipline.
- Consultants & Business Analysts – Enhancing problem-solving capabilities with design-led approaches.
- Startups & Scale-ups – Designing scalable and sustainable business models for long-term success.
⛘ How BDI Institute Work?
We follow a multi-pronged approach to ensure effective implementation of Business Design principles:
- Framework Development – Creating structured models and tools for Business Design.
- Capability Building – Offering courses, certifications, and professional training.
- Industry Engagement – Collaborating with businesses for real-world application and case studies.
- Knowledge Sharing – Publishing insights, research, and thought leadership content.
- Community & Ecosystem Development – Connecting like-minded professionals, organizations, and experts.
⛘ Join the Business Design Movement
At THE INDUSTRY FOUR®, we believe that Business Design is the foundation for the future of business transformation. Through The Institute for Business Design Innovation (BDI), we are committed to driving this revolution by institutionalizing Business Design as a recognized, structured, and impactful practice. Be a part of this movement! Whether you're a business leader, strategist, academic, or entrepreneur, BDI offers you the platform to learn, collaborate, and drive meaningful change.
Contact us today to learn more about our programs, partnerships, and opportunities!
To Explore and Learn More visit www.bdi.institute
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