The Hindu Business Line : Dassault in pact with JSS for jewellery design course

DASSAULT Systemes, the $1.2-billion French software major specialising in an integrated suite of 3D and product lifecycle management (PLM) solutions, has struck an alliance with Karnataka's JSS Mahavidyalaya to launch a jewellery design programme.

The programme seeks to provide training to artisans through Dassault's simulation-based software Catia, which enables users simulate the entire range of industrial design processes from initial concept to product design, analysis, assembly and maintenance.

Dassault also plans to set up an excellence centre in PLM in Noida in association with JSS and French Education Ministry for creating awareness on the value of design through 3D and PLM in automotive and aviation sectors.

It plans to associate IITs and engineering colleges in the programme to develop suitable course designs.

The jewellery design course, which is slated to start from early next month with an initial intake of 25 participants, would benefit artisans to provide a cutting edge for Indian jewellery industry in the international market. The Karnataka Government has also agreed to extend financial assistance for the programme.

While Dassault would give its software free, JSS would provide training facilities in its institution in Bangalore.

"It was not the low-cost alone which would earn bigger market, but the value proposition with good design that would enhance the market," said Mr Bernard Charles, President and Chief Executive Officer of Dassault Systemes.

Announcing the programme here on Thursday, Mr Charles said the Indian artisans distinguished themselves with acumen for intricate and appealing design capabilities. With the help of IT tool they could gain better value to their knowledge, he said.

Dassault, which was keen to expand its profile in India and plans to increase its headcount from 600 in three development centres located in Pune, Bangalore and Mumbai, wants to tap the manufacturing sector to market its 3D simulation and PLM solutions.

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