MathWorks hosted MATLAB EXPO 2025 in Bengaluru, attracting over 800 engineers, academicians, and industry professionals for a day-long exploration of software-defined product development and the expanding role of artificial intelligence in modern engineering.
The event showcased a series of keynote addresses, panel discussions, and technology demos focusing on critical themes such as electrification, wireless connectivity, and system-level integration.
Keynote Highlights Shift to Empowered Product Design:
The event’s keynote was delivered by Richard Rovner, Vice President of Marketing at MathWorks.
In his forward-looking talk, Rovner discussed the industry’s shift from traditional embedded systems to empowered, software-defined product design, emphasizing the need for organizations to rethink development processes to fully realize the potential of modern software tools.
He highlighted how MATLAB and Simulink enable engineers to manage complex data, reduce design risks, and create more agile development cycles.
Connected Mobility and India’s Growing Digital Landscape:
Dr. Anshuman Awasthi, Senior Vice President at Mercedes-Benz Research and Development India, shared insights on the future of connected mobility. He pointed out how evolving consumer expectations are driving the convergence of real-time data, intelligent software, and automotive innovation. His address emphasized the urgency for industries in India to transition towards more digitally responsive and software-centric development models, particularly as vehicle connectivity trends accelerate.
Panel Discussions:
A significant component of the event was an engaging panel discussion featuring prominent leaders from Jaguar Land Rover, Tata Elxsi, Nexteer Automotive, AIC BIMTECH, and IIT Bangalore. The panel collaboratively explored the increasing importance of sophisticated system-level simulation techniques and the growing need for diverse cross-functional skillsets to effectively develop next-generation products that seamlessly merge software, hardware, and artificial intelligence. Spanning perspectives from the automotive sector to the realm of higher education, the dialogue revealed a growing consensus across industries: collaborative and multidisciplinary engineering approaches are absolutely central to creating future-ready technological solutions.
Women Leaders Advocate for Inclusive Environments in Engineering:
A unique and particularly insightful highlight of MATLAB EXPO 2025 was a dedicated session featuring accomplished women leaders from Nexteer Automotive, EMBITEL Technologies, and CEMILAC. Their discussion transcended pure technology, delving into the critical aspects of inclusive leadership and how fostering supportive and equitable work environments can play a crucial role in effectively retaining and promoting talented women within engineering roles. This session served as an important reminder that progress within the technology sector must also actively address crucial cultural and social dimensions to achieve truly holistic and sustainable advancement.