Cognito at the core of IDEX’s energy-efficient innovation strategy

By Staff Report June 25, 2025 3:21 pm IST

IDEX continues to lead with resilient strategies and smart innovation. Vikas Kaushik, Vice President – FMT Pumps, India, discusses how the company leverages decentralised operations, digital tools like Cognito, and region-focused agility to meet the demands of a borderless manufacturing landscape.

How has globalisation influenced the operations of manufacturers, and what challenges do they face in borderless trade?
Globalisation has enabled producers such as IDEX to access varied markets, build innovation on a worldwide scale, and localise product development, as we did for Cognito EODD pumps. Yet, borderless trade poses challenges in terms of geopolitical volatility, changing trade policies, and supply chain risks. Resilience is required in overcoming these.

Our decentralised approach enables each business unit to remain local to customer requirements, while pooled technological know-how delivers operational excellence. Ensuring product conformity across borders, handling logistics during global disruption, and ensuring supply continuity are among the main areas of focus.

We also observe localisation for local markets as a vital supplement to globalisation. At IDEX, we counter risks by making strategic regional investments, customer-centric innovation, and digital integration across operations to remain nimble in an economy with no borders.

How have supply chain disruptions (pandemic, semiconductor shortages, logistics crises) changed the supply chain strategies around the world? Does it vary with changing geography?
The pandemic and other bottlenecks have led manufacturers to prioritise resilience over cost-effectiveness. At IDEX, we maximise the local supply chain and incorporate intelligent technologies such as COGNITOsmartINSIGHTS to remotely monitor equipment, predict maintenance, and maintain uptime. Geography is critical supply strategies in India, for instance, prioritise local sourcing and rapid execution, whereas established markets emphasise automation and data analysis.

Our solution is to create flexibility within sourcing and manufacturing, to regionalise production footprints, and to facilitate digital transparency along the value chain. This allows us to counter region-specific disruptions while ensuring global standards. In the end, resilience, visibility, and responsiveness now characterise supply chain strategy regardless of geography.

How are companies integrating sustainability and ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) compliance into their global operations?
Sustainability and ESG form the core of IDEX’s innovation strategy. Our Cognito EODD pumps, for example, save up to 70% energy compared to standard AODD pumps, substantially reducing power consumption and carbon footprints. We focus on robust, repairable design to eliminate waste and minimise material usage.

IoT integration via COGNITOsmartINSIGHTS facilitates predictive maintenance, avoiding unplanned downtime and resource wastage. Wherever we operate, we follow responsible sourcing practices and focus on ethical governance. Regionally, we adapt our ESG strategy to regulations and social requirements. From minimising lifecycle environmental footprints to facilitating energy efficiency and safe operations, our product and operational choices align with ESG principles, giving value to stakeholders while driving global sustainability objectives.

Is the future of global manufacturers moving towards a “One World, One Market” approach, or are we seeing a more fragmented market structure?
The dream of ‘One World, One Market’ is transforming into a balanced strategy where global connectivity is combined with local specificity. Our business strategy integrates global R&D and design quality with local engineering and customisation.

This hybrid model enables us to stay responsive and relevant in different markets. Instead of fragmentation or homogenisation, the future lies in dynamic regional ecosystems supported by global integration and digital intelligence. Cognito a revolutionary innovation is rapidly making its mark on the global stage by solving major industry pain points.

Recognised as the most innovative and energy-efficient product by customers and industry leaders, Cognito is helping businesses save energy, reduce their carbon footprint, and achieve faster ROI. As Cognito drives a more sustainable future, our dedicated team across the world is reaching markets and sharing success across borders.