HAPPENINGS

10 Apr 2023-15 Apr 2023|Gwalior

Amity Business School, Educational Tour to Amritsar & Dharmsala

Objectives
1. To gain practical knowledge and exposure to the production processes and quality control systems of the automotive industry.
2. To provide them with a real-world understanding of the workings of the industry and the practical application of the theoretical concepts they learn in their classroom.
3. It can also help to explore potential career paths and build their professional network.
4. To understand the rich heritage and legacy of India


Name of the Industries
1. Verka Pvt. Ltd.
2. OCM Pvt. Ltd.
3. Wave Beverages Pvt. Ltd.

Industry 1: Verka Pvt. Ltd.

Introduction
On 12th April 2023, a group of 87 students from Amity Business School, Amity University Gwalior, visited Verka Milk, Amritsar. The objective of the visit was to gain insights into the manufacturing process of the company and to understand the operational strategies adopted by the organization.
Company Overview
The Verka Milk plant in Amritsar is one of the company's major production facilities. The plant is equipped with modern machinery and infrastructure to ensure the quality of its products. Verka Milk follows strict quality control measures to ensure that its products are of high quality and meet the standards set by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI).

Facility Tour
During the visit, we were welcomed by the manager Mr. Satyandra Prasad and then the students were taken on a guided tour of the manufacturing facility by Miss Sandeep kaur Manager (QC). The plant was well-organized and appeared to be clean and well-maintained. The company has a dedicated quality control department that ensures all products are of the highest quality.

Industry 2: Wave Beverages Pvt. Ltd. (Coca-Cola)

Introduction
On 13th April 2023, a group of 46 students from Amity Business School, Amity University Gwalior visited Wave Beverages Pvt. Ltd. The objectives of the visit were to gain insights into the manufacturing process of the company and to understand the operational strategies adopted by the organization.

About the Coca-Cola Company
•The Coca-Cola Company is a total beverage company with products sold in more than 200 countries and territories.
•The company’s purpose is to refresh the world and make a difference. The portfolio of brands includes Coca-Cola, Sprite, Fanta, and other sparkling soft drinks.

Overview of WAVE BEVERAGES Pvt. Ltd. (Coca-Cola)
Mr TEJA SINGH KANDHARI in 1968 started his own bottling company called Amritsar bottling company. In 1972 they started bottling another brand called “RIM ZIM”. Then in 1987, they started their plants for Mazza in Jandiala the capacity of this plant was 400 bottles per minute (BPM). In 1994 this Amritsar bottling company was renamed and become Amritsar Beverages Pvt. Ltd. In September 2006 Amritsar Beverages was converted into Wave Beverages (P) Ltd.

Facility tour
During the visit, we were welcomed by the manager Mr Lalan Singh and Mr Nanak Singh the students were divided into two groups and taken on a guided tour of the manufacturing facility by the industry managers. The plant was well-organized and appeared to be clean and well–maintained. The company has a dedicated quality control department that ensures all products are of the highest quality.

Industry 3: OCM Pvt. Ltd.

Introduction
On 13th April 2023, a group of 41 students from Amity Business School, Amity University Gwalior visited OCM Pvt. Ltd. The objectives of the visit were to gain insights into the manufacturing process of the company and to understand the operational strategies adopted by the organization.

About the Company
During the visit, the student learned about the production process of OCM, which involves three phases: Design, Implementation, and Sustainment. The company uses a structured approach to change management, including stakeholder analysis, risk assessment and communication planning. The management emphasises the importance of involving all stakeholders in the change process and regularly monitors progress against set metrics.

Key Takeaways:
The key takeaways from the visit were the importance of a structured approach to OCM, the role of collaboration and communication in successful change management, and the value of diversity and inclusion in the workplace. The visit also highlighted the significance of digital tools in facilitating remote collaboration and communication.

Company Culture:
OCM's company culture is based on a strong foundation of collaboration, innovation, and client focus. The company encourages its employees to think creatively and find new ways to solve clients' problems. The company's focus on employee development was also evident, as it provides regular training and mentoring programs to its employees.
Apart from the above industries the students visited the Dalai Lama Temple in Dharmshala, Golden Temple in Amritsar and Wagah Border as a part of exploring the rich heritage, culture and legacy of India.

Conclusion:
In conclusion, the industry visits provided valuable insights into the industry and the change management initiatives. Throughout the visit, the students learned about the importance of a structured approach to various industries, the role of collaboration and communication in successful change management and the value of diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

The visit also highlighted the significance of digital tools in facilitating remote collaboration and communication and the focus on employee development and training.

Overall, the industry visit was a valuable learning experience that provided the students with a better understanding of the industries and the change management initiatives of leading firms in the country. The students were very grateful to the Hon’ble Vice Chancellor Lt. Gen. VK Sharma (AVSM, Retd.) & Dy Pro Vice Chancellor Prof.(Dr.) Anil Vashisht for the opportunity to visit these industries and learn from their experiences. The students look forward to applying this learning in future careers and exploring further, the topics discussed during the visit.