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Ravi Janarthanan
Chief Innovation Officer
If astrologers analyzed stars to predict the future, the corporate realm now does it with data, with significantly less room for error. Hyderabad-based Blue Cloud Softtech Solutions Ltd connects futuristic technologies and expert insights to create innovative solutions across various domains.
Blue Cloud began as a traditional IT company, providing staffing, contracting, and product development services under the leadership of its Chairman, Janaki Yarlagadda, who brings over 30 years of experience across multiple domains.
The ideation process involved transforming from a conventional IT company into an intelligent technology organization.
Today, as an AI-first company, Blue Cloud operates across diverse verticals, including Defense, cybersecurity, secure communications, finance, Agriculture, Healthcare, Education, media and data centers, including Industry 4.0. The company continuously evolves to enter new domains and leverage new technologies.
This multidisciplinary and dynamic approach truly embodies the spirit behind the Blue Cloud. We recently engaged in an exclusive conversation with Ravi Janarthanan, the chief innovation officer of Blue Cloud Softech Solutions. Let’s hear from him.
In conversation with Ravi Janarthanan, the Chief Innovation Officer of Blue Cloud Softech Solutions.
What are your flagship solutions and the propositions that helped you stand
out?
We are a leading IT company with strong expertise in HR staffing and contractual services, primarily focused on B2G (business to government) engagements across the Asia Pacific.
Our innovations span multiple flagship projects, including the region’s first autonomous drone system that acts as the initial responder to security alerts, enhancing threat response efficiency before Quick Response Teams arrive.
We have also developed India’s first blockchain-based secure mobile platform, offering encrypted communication with advanced security features like kill switches and panic buttons, superior to international defense-grade smartphones.
Additionally, we have implemented a blockchain payment gateway system that improves transaction security and accessibility, which is currently deployed in countries like Tanzania and Zanzibar to facilitate seamless citizen-government engagement.
Our technological advancements include the world’s smallest palm-sized server capable of handling analytics for over 50 surveillance cameras onsite, providing a compact and cost-effective alternative to traditional data centers.
We are building an ecosystem driven model that empowers not just our organization but the broader community
We are also working on digital forest management and automated surveillance patrol solutions for high risk areas alongside an investigative mapping tool that significantly reduces data analysis time for law enforcement.
In healthcare, we have introduced a noninvasive smartphone app that accurately measures vital signs using facial recognition technology, offering a vital tool for early health monitoring.
This was invented with the intention of 'prevention is better than cure', and can be accessed in remote areas. Through strategic partnerships and a focus on innovation, we aim to build a global technology community that delivers cutting-edge solutions aligned with world standards.
How does Blue Cloud Softech Solutions approach digital technology trends?
In today’s world, every industry requires a robust digital approach as traditional business practices are increasingly disrupted by technology. Organizations need comprehensive digital capabilities, including digital marketing, data management, cloud services, and AI and machine learning knowledge, to stay competitive and responsive to global events.
For instance, conflicts between Russia and Ukraine have indirect yet significant impacts on other countries, such as India, but currently, there are limited tools to accurately quantify these effects. Under standing and navigating the digital era is, therefore, critical.
Our organization is committed to enabling this digital transformation across the entire ecosystem of individuals, businesses, government bodies, and enforcement agencies.
To facilitate this shift, we have developed a range of technology solutions spanning multiple sectors, such as education, healthcare, and governance.
By providing, customizing and integrating these tools and platforms,
we aim to empower various industries and government entities to embrace and thrive in the digital era.
Can you tell us about some of the solutions that reflected the strength of your company’s offerings?
Our organization actively addresses complex real-world challenges through advanced technology integration. For instance, we developed a drone-based solution capable of detecting buried IEDs and landmines, replacing traditional ground-level scanners with a more efficient and safer aerial system.
Additionally, to support digital inclusion, we created an automated digital marketing tool for small businesses. This tool enables users to generate content, manage social media, and generate leads based on their budget without requiring any technical expertise.
Another key innovation is our secure file-sharing platform, which gives complete control to the sender, allowing them to track file access, prevent screenshots, block unauthorized sharing, and remotely disable access. These solutions reflect our commitment to using technology to solve critical challenges across sectors while making digital transformation accessible to all.
Such a level of innovation takes a strong team. How would you define your workforce?
Our workforce is structured into three key segments: a core technical team, a support team, and an extended learning community drawn from institutions and research scholars worldwide.
We maintain strong connections with universities and research networks across nine-plus countries, actively engaging young talent through hackathons and collaborative initiatives. This has enabled us to build a multidisciplinary team capable of addressing diverse domains, from advanced technologies to sector-specific business solutions.
Under the vision of our Group Chairman, Tejesh Kodali, we emphasize building a community of intelligence that drives continuous innovation, positioning us as a shift from traditional Information Technology to Intelligent Technology.
What are the key goals Blue Cloud aims to achieve in the next five years?
We are on a strong growth trajectory and are preparing to spin off a unicorn in the near future. Our consistent upward trend in the stock market reflects the strength of our vision and execution. With a focus on becoming a leader across multiple domains, we are building an ecosystem-driven model that empowers not just our organization but the broader community. Our success is rooted in a collective approach where innovation, collaboration, and community progress go hand in hand.
