Dr. Rajendra Prasad is a condensed matter physicist whose primary focus is the electronic structure of materials. His current research delves into topological insulators, multiferroic systems, and amorphous semiconductors, employing sophisticated computational techniques such as density functional theory and LDA + U methods. Beyond his core research, he is also engaged with computational materials design, molecular dynamics simulations, and genetic algorithms, contributing to the advancement of materials science through theoretical rigor and computational innovation.
The book emphasizes the critical role of a principal in shaping the educational environment and overall success of a school. It argues that effective leadership and management skills are essential for fostering quality education, which in turn can bridge social and economic divides in society. Highlighting the importance of visionary leadership, the author shares personal experiences and insights on the essential qualities and principles that a principal should embody to guide and inspire their institution towards achieving educational excellence.
Focusing on learning styles and teaching strategies, this book explores the impact of individual learning preferences on education. It discusses Multiple Intelligences theories and presents the VARK questionnaire for assessing how individuals prefer to learn and communicate. Additionally, it emphasizes designing personalized assessments and implementing Individual Learning Plans (ILPs). The text is particularly beneficial for teacher trainers seeking to adopt effective, student-centered teaching methods that cater to diverse learning needs.
From global automation leaders at Accenture comes the first comprehensive blueprint for leveraging AI-powered intelligent automation to gain a competitive edge through enhanced speed to market, product quality, efficiency, and customer experience. The pandemic accelerated the need for businesses to adapt, compressing years of digital transformation into mere months. As technology became essential for rapid change and creating 360-degree value for stakeholders, organizations faced the urgent need to embrace this shift or risk obsolescence.
Veterans Bhaskar Ghosh, Rajendra Prasad, and Gayathri Pallail provide business leaders with a practical action plan to scale their automation and AI initiatives confidently. This accessible guide addresses key questions, such as identifying and prioritizing automation opportunities, assessing legacy systems, maximizing technology investments, and inspiring employees to embrace change.
The book emphasizes transforming business activities across industries using AI to enhance efficiency and customer focus, ultimately boosting productivity and performance. With case studies showcasing successful automation solutions, it outlines guiding principles for technology, governance, culture, and leadership change. This human-centric approach to AI and automation fosters sustainable transformation and measurable business outcomes.
