As India accelerates its digital transformation journey, driven by cloud adoption, AI-powered applications, and the rapid growth of hyperscale data centers, the demand for high-performance, scalable, and resilient networking infrastructure is reaching unprecedented levels. Beyond addressing this opportunity, the partnership underscores a shared responsibility to contribute to India’s digital infrastructure backbone, enabling innovation at scale and supporting the country’s long-term digital ambitions.

Through this collaboration, enterprises and service providers across India will gain easier access to Ethernexion’s advanced networking solutions, supported by RAH Infotech’s strong channel ecosystem and deep local expertise. This approach brings technology closer to customers, ensuring not only faster adoption but also enhanced local support, simplified deployment, and greater confidence in implementing next-generation networking architectures.

Ethernexion offers a comprehensive portfolio of network switching solutions ranging from 1G to 800G, designed to support diverse environments including enterprise networks, campus deployments, telecom edge, and hyperscale data centers. Built on continuous innovation in high-speed signal processing, high-density PCB design, and unified software platforms, these solutions deliver performance, efficiency, and long-term value for modern digital enterprises.

Speaking on the partnership, Mr. Ashok Kumar, MD and Founder of RAH Infotech said, “At RAH Infotech, we see networking as a strategic asset, not just a back-end utility. As Indian enterprises scale across hybrid clouds and support distributed workforces, the network must be as agile as the applications it carries. With the rise of AI-driven workloads, high-performance infrastructure is now a business-critical requirement. Our partnership with Ethernexion ensures our customers have the scalability and local support to thrive in this new reality.”

Mr. Abdul Rahman, Managing Director at Ethernexion Singapore, added, “India represents a highly strategic growth market for Ethernexion, where the scale and pace of digital transformation demand both performance and adaptability. Our partnership with RAH Infotech marks a significant step in strengthening our presence in the region through a trusted and capable ecosystem partner. By combining our high-performance networking solutions with RAH’s deep market understanding and channel reach, we are able to bring our technologies closer to customers while ensuring they have the confidence, flexibility, and support needed to adopt next-generation networks. Together, we are committed to supporting India’s digital infrastructure evolution and enabling innovation at scale.”

With over two decades of experience, RAH Infotech has built a strong reputation for delivering value-driven solutions across networking, cybersecurity, cloud, and application performance domains. This partnership further reinforces its ecosystem-driven approach, enabling partners and customers to access cutting-edge technologies with localized engagement, technical alignment, and ongoing support.

Rooted in shared values of openness, collaboration, and a long-term partnership mindset, the alliance between RAH Infotech and Ethernexion is designed to deliver sustained value to the Indian market. Together, the companies aim to empower enterprises and service providers with high-performance networking solutions that are accessible, reliable, and future-ready, enabling them to navigate the next phase of digital growth with agility, confidence, and clarity.

Further strengthening its document digitisation portfolio, Canon India also launched the imageFORMULA DR‑C340 and DR‑C350 ultra-compact high‑speed document scanners. Designed for fast, accurate and reliable capture, the scanners enable enterprises, SMEs and government organisations to efficiently digitise high volumes of documents and streamline information workflows. With seamless system integration and advanced image processing, the DR‑C340/DR‑C350 support faster decision‑making and enterprise‑wide digital transformation.

Speaking on the launch, Mr. Toshiaki Nomura, President & CEO, Canon India, said, “At Canon India, our focus is on continually strengthening our business imaging portfolio to stay ahead of the evolving needs of enterprises, institutions and businesses across India. The launch of the imageFORCE C3150 A3 colour MFD underscores our commitment to delivering high‑performance, reliable solutions that help customers scale their print environments, while the introduction of the imageFORMULA DR‑C340 and DR‑C350 scanners reinforces our focus on accelerating document digitisation and information workflows. Together, these solutions reflect our future‑ready approach to driving productivity, expanding our presence across key verticals and strengthening our market share in India’s laser copier segment.”

Sharing his views on the new launches, Mr. C. Sukumaran, Vice President, Canon India, said, “In India’s highly competitive business and commercial print environment, colour quality, speed and consistency directly influence customer trust and long‑term growth. The imageFORCE C3150 has been developed with a deep understanding of these market realities, enabling enterprises, SMEs and commercial print customers to deliver reliable, high‑quality colour output across everyday jobs while expanding their application capabilities.”

He further added, “Complementing this, the imageFORMULA DR‑C340 and DR‑C350 scanners address the accelerating demand for document digitisation across government, enterprise and SME segments. Together, these solutions help organisations streamline document workflows, improve operational efficiency and build scalable, future‑ready information environments aligned with India’s digital transformation journey.”

imageFORCE C3150: Key Features and Capabilities

Smarter Colour Printing with D² Exposure Technology

A key differentiator of the imageFORCE C3150 is Canon’s D² Exposure (Defined & Detailed) Technology, which uses an advanced OLED (Organic Light Emitting Diode) exposure system instead of conventional laser technology.

• Extreme resolution for professional output: The OLED‑based exposure system delivers a class‑leading resolution of up to 4,800 × 2,400 dpi, producing sharper text, smoother gradations, and finely detailed lines.
• Reliable and consistent colour reproduction: Precise alignment of CMYK layers minimises colour variation, ensuring deep blacks, vibrant tones, and stable colour output across repeat jobs.

Media Versatility for Expanded Print Applications

The imageFORCE C3150 is designed to maintain colour integrity across a range of professional media types.

• Support for heavy and coated stocks: Handles paper weights of up to 300 gsm, enabling in‑house production of premium brochures, flyers and promotional materials.
• SRA3 support: Enables printing on SRA3 sheet sizes, allowing full‑bleed A3 output with crop marks—an important requirement for commercial print businesses.

High‑Speed Colour Scanning for End‑to‑End Workflows

The imageFORCE C3150 also supports high‑performance scanning to address integrated document workflows.

• Single‑pass duplex scanning: Capable of scanning at speeds of up to 270 images per minute, enabling fast digitisation without compromising clarity.
• High‑fidelity colour capture: Maintains accurate colour reproduction even during high‑volume scanning.

imageFORMULA DR‑C340 & DR‑C350: Key Features and Capabilities

Further strengthening Canon India’s business imaging ecosystem, the imageFORMULA DR‑C340 and DR‑C350document scanners are designed to support fast, accurate, and space‑efficient document digitisation.

• High-speed scanning for improved productivity: The DR-C340 delivers scanning speeds of up to 40 pages per minute and 80 images per minute, while the DR-C350 offers up to 50 pages per minute and 100 images per minute, supported by a 100-sheet automatic document feeder. This enables organisations to handle higher document volumes efficiently, addressing productivity requirements in enterprise and government environments.
• Flexible document handling across sectors: The scanners support a wide range of document types including receipts, ID cards, passports and long documents, making them suitable for use across sectors such as government, financial services, healthcare, hospitality and education, where document diversity and accuracy are critical.
• Compact design for space-constrained environments: Built with a compact footprint, the scanners are designed for small offices, branch locations and front-office environments. With intuitive controls and advanced image processing capabilities, they ensure ease of use while delivering clear and accurate scans.

Together, these additions reinforce Canon India’s focus on expanding its business imaging portfolio and addressing evolving customer needs across segments. By combining high-quality output, media flexibility and efficient digitisation, Canon aims to enable businesses to improve productivity, expand capabilities and drive growth.

Zebra Technologies Corporation today reaffirmed its commitment to advancing frontline innovation by scaling its channel strategy to focus on Small and Medium Businesses (SMBs) – often categorized locally as Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) – within India’s manufacturing and retail sectors.

Announced at the India Partner Summit in Goa, this strategic expansion coincides with the 10th anniversary of the Zebra™ PartnerConnect program. For a decade, PartnerConnect has unified more than 10,000 global partners under a proven model for growth and profitability. Zebra is now leveraging this global legacy to introduce market-specific initiatives and product innovations designed to empower India’s partners to scale and capture emerging opportunities within the MSME segment.

India is home to more than 70 million MSMEs, contributing approximately 31% to the national GDP and nearly 49% of exports. However, with 97% of these registered businesses classified as micro-enterprises, many are just beginning their digital modernization journeys. This presents a significant opportunity for India’s MSMEs to “leapfrog” traditional development stages. By investing in the right foundational technologies today, these businesses can transition directly from manual operations to AI-enabled, connected workflows – ensuring they have the agile, scalable infrastructure required to expand into the mid-market seamlessly as market demands grow.

“India’s MSME sector is a powerful growth engine, yet many enterprises remain fragmented and lack access to scalable technology,” said Subramaniam Thiruppathi, Country Lead, India and Subcontinent, Zebra Technologies. “To remain competitive and expand their footprint, businesses must adopt purpose-built, future-proof tech solutions that can grow alongside them. As we celebrate 10 years of our PartnerConnect program, we are doubling down on our partner-led approach in India. By providing plug-and-play solutions that build a connected frontline, deliver real-time visibility, and drive intelligent automation, we are helping MSMEs evolve into truly connected, intelligent enterprises capable of scaling upwards efficiently whenever the need arises.”

The expanded strategy allows India’s partners to leverage Zebra’s Mid-Market program within the PartnerConnect program. This provides resellers with the specific resources needed to solve the complex needs of customers in the manufacturing and retail verticals, giving those customers the technological runway to expand without operational bottlenecks.

Together with its partners, Zebra is building a future-ready ecosystem in India – one that enables Zebra and its partners to better serve our shared customers with solutions that digitize, automate and embed intelligence into frontline operations everywhere.

KEY TAKEAWAYS 

• Zebra marks a decade of its PartnerConnect program by scaling its India partner ecosystem to specifically reach the high-growth manufacturing and retail MSME sectors.
• With most Indian MSMEs currently operating at a micro-scale, Zebra’s strategy emphasizes the adoption of scalable technologies, enabling businesses to skip manual stages and build a resilient foundation for future capacity and mid-market expansion.
• Through new market-specific initiatives and PartnerConnect’s proven model, Zebra is equipping India’s partners to deliver scalable, plug-and-play solutions that establish a connected frontline, improve asset visibility, and utilize intelligent automation to drive profitability and long-term business growth.

At the forefront of this launch is the GLIDR Ai1, an AI-integrated wireless mouse designed to bring smarter functionality and enhanced productivity to everyday computing. The device introduces advanced capabilities such as voice and text translation, voice typing, screen text recognition, and OCR-based text extraction, enabling seamless interaction across languages and workflows. It also comes with a unified software platform featuring two distinct interfaces. One enables live translation support across 100+ languages for seamless communication during meetings, while the second offers 25+ AI tools, including ChatGPT, helping users simplify tasks and improve efficiency.

The GLIDR Ai1 supports dual Bluetooth and 2.4GHz wireless connectivity, allowing users to switch effortlessly between devices. It features a 5-level DPI adjustment up to 3200 DPI. Backed by a high-precision sensor, the mouse delivers smooth and consistent tracking on different surfaces, enhancing the overall user experience.

Designed for flexibility and control, the mouse features 7 programmable buttons and software customisation support, enabling users to personalize settings and optimize performance to their needs. It also features a built-in rechargeable battery with Type-C charging, offering convenience and efficient power management, while auto sleep mode helps conserve battery during idle periods.

Alongside the GLIDR Ai1, iBall is expanding its footprint across categories with a wide range of products, including keyboards, combo sets, audio solutions, and accessories, now going live across major e-commerce platforms. This includes models such as the GLIDR S290, Qwerty S500, ClickSet series, DHUN speakers, and the Cinebar range of soundbars, reflecting a comprehensive push into high-demand consumer segments.

This expansion aligns with iBall’s broader strategy to strengthen its digital presence, enhance accessibility across online channels, and cater to a new generation of tech-savvy users. The brand is also continuing its focus on local manufacturing, contributing to India’s growing technology ecosystem while maintaining its legacy of delivering reliable and value-driven products.

Commenting on the launch, Mr Yash Doshi said, “With the GLIDR Ai1, we are among the first Indian brands to bring AI-driven productivity features directly into a mouse, marking a new step in everyday computing. iBall has always been a very strong offline brand backed by its channel partners, but the importance of online presence cannot be ignored, and we are committed to strengthening that significantly. Our approach is to ensure that product models are clearly differentiated across channels, enabling a well-balanced ecosystem while continuing to deliver innovation, performance, and value to our customers.”

The GLIDR Ai1 AI Mouse and the newly launched product range will be available across leading online marketplaces at MRP starting Rs. 2499

By onboarding some of India’s most accomplished wedding studios as Canon Wizards, the program creates a structured platform for collaboration and industry engagement. It enables closer interaction between leading studios and the wider creative community through curated initiatives and shared learning experiences. Through this, Canon aims to strengthen industry linkages and foster a more cohesive ecosystem that supports long-term growth and continuous learning.

Speaking about the unique initiative, Mr. Toshiaki Nomura, President & CEO, Canon India, said, “At Canon, our vision has always been to empower creators and contribute meaningfully to the communities we serve by building ecosystems that foster collaboration, learning, and long-term growth. With Canon Wizard, we are extending this commitment to the wedding storytelling ecosystem, bringing together talent, knowledge, and collaboration to shape a more connected and future-ready industry. As the wedding segment continues to evolve into a powerful part of the creative economy, we see an opportunity to play a larger role in enabling this growth, not just through technology, but by fostering partnerships, nurturing talent, and building an ecosystem that inspires innovation and long-term success.”

Since its launch, Canon has onboarded a select group of India’s premier wedding studios under the Canon Wizard program, including Magic Motion Media (Cochin), RVR Pro (Hyderabad), VS Studio (Kolkata), Studio Memory Lane (Ludhiana), Bala G Studio (Rishikesh), and Ramit Batra Photography (Gurgaon), Dipak Studios (Delhi NCR). These studios are known for producing large-format cinematic wedding films and documenting some of the most luxurious weddings in India and abroad for clients that include celebrities, business leaders, and global families.

Sharing further insights about Canon Wizard, Mr. Vishesh Magoo, Assistant Director, Imaging Communication Business, Canon India, said, “The wedding industry in India represents an extraordinary blend of creativity, scale, and storytelling ambition. With the Canon Wizard program, our goal is to build meaningful, long-term partnerships with leading wedding studios that influence the industry at large. By equipping them with the right technology, knowledge-sharing platforms, and opportunities for visibility, we aim to empower these creators while contributing to the continued growth and evolution of wedding storytelling in India.”

Looking ahead, Canon remains committed to enabling both the creative and commercial success of the wedding filmmaking community. Through Canon Wizards, the company is fostering mentorship, community building, and skill development to support the next generation of storytellers. Positioned as a long-term movement rather than a one-time campaign, the program will continue to expand its network of partner studios and deepen its engagement with the wedding ecosystem, reinforcing Canon’s role as a trusted partner in shaping the future of wedding imaging in India.

The channel is entering a new phase of growth– one defined not by transaction volume, but by the outcomes partners deliver. For years, success in the IT channel was measured by product volume. Today, customers are no longer simply buying devices or infrastructure; they are seeking solutions that deliver measurable business outcomes across the entire technology lifecycle.

At the same time, the role of technical expertise is changing fast. Partners are increasingly being asked to design and deliver full-stack solutions that span AI, hybrid cloud, edge computing, and advanced infrastructure, with customers expecting validated architectures, faster deployment, and proven expertise from the outset.

Underlying this shift is a more fundamental market force: complexity is driving demand for services. Hybrid cloud, AI, edge computing, and distributed workforces are reshaping how organizations operate, raising expectations for partners to deliver across the full lifecycle, from design to ongoing optimization. In this environment, services are the foundation of sustainable business growth.

It is against this backdrop that Lenovo has defined a reimagined channel strategy designed to accelerate partner success in an increasingly services-driven, outcome-focused technology landscape. Anchored in its evolving Lenovo 360 framework, the company is reshaping how partners engage, grow, and deliver value. This marks a decisive shift from traditional product-centric models to a future built on capabilities, collaboration, and recurring services.

A Simpler, Stronger Foundation for Growth

Lenovo has streamlined its partner framework to provide greater clarity, consistency, and scalability. With a simplified tiering structure and unified entry points, partners can now navigate their growth journey with improved transparency and predictability. This structural evolution reduces complexity while reinforcing a performance-driven pathway tied to both revenue and capability development.

From Products to Outcomes: A Services-Led Future

Central to Lenovo’s channel transformation is a strategic pivot toward services-led growth. Through dedicated enablement programs, partners are empowered to build recurring revenue streams and deliver end-to-end solutions across areas such as hybrid cloud, AI, and digital workplace. This shift reflects a broader industry transition where long-term value lies in ongoing services and measurable outcomes rather than one-time hardware sales.

An Ecosystem Built on Collaboration and Enablement

Beyond structure and services, Lenovo’s channel strategy emphasizes ecosystem connectivity. Enhanced digital platforms and community-driven engagement models are enabling partners to collaborate more effectively, access real-time insights, and accelerate their development. In parallel, Lenovo is enabling partners to connect, learn, and lead on sustainability; recognizing that sustainability plays a critical role in current buyer decisions and is increasingly integral to services-led solutioning. The result is a more agile, informed, and connected partner network.

Technical Capability as the New Competitive Edge

Lenovo is investing heavily in building partner capabilities, recognizing that deep technical expertise is now a key differentiator. By fostering a global technical community and enabling real-world, hands-on learning, Lenovo is equipping partners with the skills needed to design, deploy, and manage increasingly complex solutions. This focus ensures partners are not only sellers, but trusted advisors capable of driving customer transformation.

Positioned for What’s Next

Lenovo’s redefined channel approach in India aligns closely with global technology trends in this techade, from the rise of as-a-service models to the growing demand for AI-powered and experience-led solutions across industries. By placing capability, services, and outcomes at the center of its strategy, Lenovo is helping shape the future of the channel itself.

As the technology landscape evolves, Lenovo’s channel strategy signals a clear direction: growth will be driven by expertise, sustained through services, and measured by outcomes. With a simplified framework, deeper enablement, and a strong ecosystem focus, Lenovo is empowering its partners to lead in this new era, transforming from transactional vendors into architects of customer success.

 Seiko Epson Corporation has announced that its inkjet printers in the ET-4950, ET-3950, and ET-2950 series, as well as the EW-M678FT, EW-638T, and L6360 have won the Best of the Best Award, the highest distinction in the Red Dot Award: Product Design 2026. This award is bestowed on only a very small percentage of all submissions.

This marks the seventh time that Epson has received the Best of the Best Award.

In addition, two projectors, one scanner, two dry-process office papermaking systems, one printer, and one I/O box also received a Red Dot Award.

Best of the Best award-winning design

Inkjet Printers: ET-4950/3950/2950 Series, EW-M678FT, EW-638T, and L6360

These are high-capacity EcoTank inkjet printers designed for small offices and home use. The increased number of people working from home or remotely has fueled interest in workspace designs and environments that are conducive to productivity and comfort. These printers address this with designs that balance usability with an exterior that harmonizes with home interiors.

These printers also integrate environmental considerations and offer a longer product lifespan than previous models.

EW-M678FT & EW-M638T

Red Dot: Product Design winners

Home Projectors: Lifestudio Flex EF-72, EF-71, EF-52, and EF-51

These smart projectors with Google TV™¹ OS allow you to easily enjoy video-on-demand on a large screen. The unique Triple Core Engine with three LCD panels and a three-color light source delivers bright, vivid images. Sound by Bose speakers provide immersive audio for the best viewing experience.

The adjustable stand, reminiscent of a stand light, and real-time automatic correction make it easy to enjoy large-screen images without installation hassles. The ambient light² creates a rich atmosphere, turning viewing time into a special experience.

https://www.epson.co.uk/en_GB/for-home/home-cinema/portable-smart-projectors

• ¹ Google TV™ is a trademark or registered trademark of Google LLC.
• ² Indirect lighting that creates atmosphere

EF-72

Home Projectors: Lifestudio Pop EF-62B/N, EF-61G/R/W, and EF-50G/R/T

These smart projectors with Google TV™ OS allow you to easily enjoy VOD on a large screen anytime, anywhere. The unique Triple Core Engine with three LCD panels and a three-color light source delivers bright, vivid images, while Sound by Bose speakers provide immersive audio for the best viewing experience. Real-time automatic correction and compact size make them easy to use anywhere. The simple, smart design and a wide range of color variations mean there is a perfect match for any interior.

EF-62N/EF-61R

Flatbed Scanners: DS-1760WN, DS-1730

These are compact A4 flatbed scanners equipped with an ADF³. They help to improve business efficiency through data digitization and reduce paper consumption.

An intuitive and easy-to-understand operation panel ensures high usability, while the simple, clean design combining a sense of robustness with gently rounded forms blends seamlessly into office environments. In addition, the scanners offer greater installation flexibility and enable more efficient use of space thanks to a 25-mm smaller footprint width than previous models,.

Document Scanners | Scanners | Epson India

DS-1760WN & DS-1730

• ³ Automatic document feeder, a device that automatically scans multiple documents one sheet at a time.

Dry-Process Office Papermaking System: PaperLab Q-5000/Q-40

This dry-process office papermaking system creates new paper from used paper using only a very small amount of water. The main unit is about 50% smaller in volume than the previous model. The fibers in Dry Fiber Paper are bound together using a natural binder, and the paper can be recycled repeatedly⁴, improving environmental performance.

The paper source processor⁵ enables confidential collection and processing of used paper at locations separate from the main unit, allowing anyone to easily contribute to environmental efforts.

• ⁴ Assumes that used commercial copy paper is mixed in the repeat recycling process.
• ⁵ A separate machine from the main unit that shreds documents to a level where contents cannot be read.

PaperLab Q-5000/Q-40

Dry-Process Office Papermaking System: PaperLab A-8100

This is a dry office papermaking machine that creates new paper from used paper using only a very small amount of water. In addition to A4 and A3 sizes, it supports extended A3 size sheets suitable for bookbinding. Moreover, it can also produce paper of various thicknesses and colors.

Built-in sensors detect the type of paper inserted and automatically optimize papermaking conditions, enabling anyone to produce paper with stable and consistent quality.

https://www.epson.eu/en_EU/paperlab

PaperLab A-8100

Inkjet Label Press: SurePress L-5034

This inkjet label press uses Epson’s own water-based pigment ink. It prints at a speed of 13.5 meters per minute with 1200×1200 dpi resolution for medium-size lot adhesive label production, making it suitable for a wide range of applications, from food to industrial products. Improved maintenance reduces the daily workload, requires less manpower, and makes for a safe, clean work environment.

SurePress L-5034

Smart SURF Bridge: SB-H50

This is a high-performance I/O box⁶ equipped with driver control technology and ePOS-Device technology⁷, both advanced through Epson’s experience in receipt printer development, enabling flexible control of a wide range of peripheral devices from tablet-based POS systems. Its compact form factor, combined with high visibility and durability, allows installation in a wide variety of locations and makes it easy to build an optimal POS environment tailored to specific needs. Designed to address the increasing complexity of checkout areas driven by the diversification of payment methods, the product aims to create a flexible and smart point-of-sale setup.

• ⁶ Equipment used to input, process, and output data
• ⁷ Technology that enables integration with Android™, iOS, and web applications

SB-H50

• * Note that product names and availability may vary by region. Please contact your local Epson sales company for details.

This collaboration integrates RAH’s expansive channel ecosystem and deep technical expertise with the infrastructure management portfolio from Progress to solve a critical business challenge: maintaining application reliability and security across complex hybrid and multi-cloud environments. By prioritising architectural stability, this synergy enables organizations across India and SAARC to scale digital operations without compromising performance, visibility, or security posture.

As compounded operational friction and structural constraints continue to challenge the market, the requirement for precise application delivery has moved from a preference to a business imperative. Through this unified offering, RAH provides immediate access to core Progress technologies, integrated to eliminate friction within the digital core:

• Progress Kemp LoadMaster: Ensuring uninterrupted application delivery through intelligent traffic management.
• Progress Flowmon: Providing the granular network visibility essential for rapid threat detection.
• Progress Chef: Driving infrastructure automation to remove the manual configuration errors that often impede deployment speed.

By synchronising global technology capabilities with regional implementation expertise, the partnership enables organizations to secure application performance and user experience, ensuring high availability across distributed networks. This integration is specifically engineered to meet the mandates of CIOs, CTOs, IT infrastructure leaders, and network and security teams who must maintain architectural control and reliability while scaling at pace.

Ashok Kumar, Managing Director and Founder, RAH Infotech, noted: “Our objective is to provide technologies that deliver measurable business outcomes. Joining forces with Progress allows our customers to build robust environments where performance and security are native, not afterthoughts. By addressing the friction in application delivery and infrastructure management, we are helping organizations convert IT from a cost centre into a driver of long-term value. With our strong partner ecosystem, we are uniquely positioned to help organizations deploy these solutions effectively.”

John Yang, Vice President of Sales – APJ, Progress Software, added: “Enterprises today require infrastructure solutions that are both powerful and easy to deploy. Our collaboration with RAH Infotech extends our reach into India and the SAARC regions through a partner that understands the demands of modern IT environments. With our portfolio spanning application delivery, network monitoring, and infrastructure automation, we aim to help organizations achieve greater visibility, reliability, and control over their IT operations. Together, we are committed to delivering solutions that simplify complexity, enhance security, and support scalable growth.”

As part of this integration, RAH drives solution deployment and architecture, providing regional technical expertise and enabling partners through structured training and joint go-to-market initiatives. The company will also deliver comprehensive post-sales support and services to ensure customers maximise the value of their investments. This strategy reinforces RAH’s commitment to delivering not just technology, but end-to-end enablement that facilitates sustained success for its partners and customers.

Canon India, a leading provider of digital imaging and surveillance solutions, today announced an exclusive strategic partnership with Wavesight, a specialist in integrated video communication technologies and evidence management platforms. Through this alliance, Canon India will distribute Wavesight’s “HawkEye” body-worn cameras across the country, offering Law Enforcement Bodies, Defense, Paramilitary Forces & Enterprise Customers a secure, connected, and field-ready platform for real-time video, mission-critical communication, and digital evidence management

Advancing India’s Surveillance and Safety Ecosystem

This partnership reinforces Canon India’s commitment to building a future-ready surveillance ecosystem that enhances safety, accountability, and operational intelligence across sectors.

Strengthening this vision, Canon India has been expanding its surveillance business with an end-to-end portfolio that includes intelligent network cameras, AI-driven video analytics, and cloud-ready video management platforms for campuses, transport hubs, industrial sites, and large enterprises. These solutions span the full surveillance lifecycle: from high-precision monitoring and proactive incident detection to investigation support and centralized control-room operations.

Speaking on the announcement, Mr. Toshiaki Nomura, President & CEO, Canon India, said, “India’s security and safety landscape is evolving rapidly, and organisations today need intelligent, mobile-first surveillance that keeps pace with teams on the ground. Through our exclusive partnership with Wavesight, we are extending Canon India’s surveillance portfolio to advanced, AI-ready body-worn solutions purpose-built for high-intensity environments such as law enforcement, paramilitary forces, industrial safety, and emergency services. Aligned with local manufacturing and backed by Canon’s India’s nationwide service network, this alliance reinforces our commitment to building a safer, smarter, and more connected ecosystem for the country.”

Commenting on the partnership, Mr. David Saldanha, Managing Director, Wavesight, said, “We are delighted to collaborate with Canon India to advance body-worn camera adoption in India. Through Canon’s trusted national network, HawkEye delivers a simple, cost-effective platform for live streaming, situation management, and secure evidence handling, which is essential to organisations committed to greater accountability and operational safety.”

Growing demand and Use Cases

The partnership focuses on high-intensity use cases where on-ground teams require always-on visibility and instantaneous coordination, including police patrols, paramilitary deployments, emergency medical response, industrial safety operations, and critical infrastructure security, in a market where demand for surveillance solutions in India is rapidly expanding, led by IP-based systems and fast-growing services such as Video Surveillance-as-a-Service (VSaaS). As the country advances initiatives like the Smart Cities Mission and responds to rising urbanisation and security concerns, Canon’s nationwide reach combined with Wavesight’s HawkEye technology aims to enhance transparency, officer safety, and incident response in complex, fast-moving environments. HawkEye integrates seamlessly with modern command centers and evidence platforms, allowing enterprises and public safety agencies to unify field-captured footage with existing CCTV and analytics workflows for more holistic situational awareness.

Through this partnership, Canon India and Wavesight will target mission-critical applications of HawkEye body-worn cameras across law enforcement for urban/highway patrols, crowd/protest management, traffic enforcement, and special operations requiring real-time video, push-to-talk, and secure evidence capture; paramilitary/defence for border security, counter-insurgency, convoy protection, and base security in rugged terrains with LTE live feeds to command centers; industrial/critical infrastructure safety at refineries, power plants, logistics hubs, and manufacturing sites for safety supervisors, inspection teams, and lone workers needing continuous monitoring, incident documentation, and emergency alerts; as well as emergency/essential services like fire/rescue units, disaster response, ambulances, and utility crews in dispersed high-risk areas benefiting from on-site video, GPS location, and cloud-synced records. By focusing on these sectors, HawkEye helps organisations modernise safety practices, accelerate dispute resolution, and ensure compliance with internal and regulatory protocols through enhanced accountability and operational efficiency.

Advanced Features

HawkEye body-worn cameras combine high-definition video capture with pre- and post-event recording, ensuring that incidents are captured comprehensively before, during, and after triggers. The devices support instant Push-to-Talk communication, live video streaming over LTE/4G/5G, GPS-based location tracking, emergency alerts, and on-device AI-based event detection for scenarios such as falls or prolonged inactivity in lone-worker environments.

The solution is secured with end-to-end encryption to protect sensitive audio-visual evidence from capture through transmission and storage. When combined with Wavesight’s docking station and cloud-based digital evidence management services, HawkEye enables automatic upload, centralised and searchable storage, chain-of-custody compliance, incident and task management, lone-worker protection workflows, and robust fleet administration accessible from any authorised location.

Nationwide Deployment Powered by Canon India’s Network

Canon India’s deep expertise in imaging and its extensive pan-India infrastructure equip it to deliver end-to-end support for HawkEye deployments, including solution design, system integration with existing surveillance environments, on-ground rollout, training, and long-term maintenance. The collaboration aligns with Canon India’s strategy of expanding beyond traditional imaging into integrated safety, surveillance, and operational intelligence solutions tailored to Indian enterprises and public sector organisations.

Multi-Camera Tracking and Switching for Higher Engagement

With built-in PTZ Link Premium, the MT500 connects AVer cameras to 8 world-leading microphone brands together to create synchronized Voice Tracking while intelligently switching between diverse camera angles based on voice location, always providing the best angle of the active speaker. It employs AI algorithms to understand the “flow” of a conversation, switching angles naturally to maintain visual interest.

AI-Driven Automation for Minimized Manual Effort

The MT500 incorporates a suite of AI features to ensure a clear and professional visual experience for every participant. By automating focus, switching, and configuration, FaceFocus, IntelliSwitch, and InstaConfig³ provide zero-touch multi-camera adjustments. Together, these innovations strengthen operational efficiency by eliminating manual technical setups and reducing the configuration time required for complex hybrid environments.

Key Benefits at a Glance

The MT500 Matrix Tracking Box redefines how organizations approach multi-camera environments by prioritizing ease of use and professional results. Key benefits include:

• Operational Efficiency: Eliminates the need for a dedicated human operator through fully automated AI tracking and switching.
• Versatile Distribution: Serves two audiences at once with dual-output streams for simultaneous in-room and remote viewing.
• Seamless Integration: Reduces technical overhead by unifying NDI®, Dante®, and local audio mixing into a single, compact hub.
• Optimal Visual Engagement: Ensures remote participants feel included with broadcast-quality, and the most professional angle of every speaker.
• Long-Term Peace of Mind: Drives higher student retention and stronger corporate alignment backed by AVer’s industry-leading 5-year warranty.

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