Cactus Technology Solutions (CACTUS), a leading technology company providing AI and expert services for the scholarly publishing ecosystem, academia, and industries such as life sciences, pharmaceutical, financial services and others, has been honoured with the ‘Platinum Award’ for the Best Company for Excellence in R&D (Consumer Technology) – MSME at the CII Global Summit on Industrial R&D & Competitiveness 2026, organised by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII).
The Summit honoured organisations for excellence in research, innovation, and industrial impact through the CII Awards for Excellence in Industrial R&D after a rigorous evaluation process, including detailed assessments, presentations, and an interaction with the Grand Jury. Convening leaders from government, industry, academia, and global institutions, the Summit served as a strategic platform for establishing collaboration, dialogue, and actionable outcomes for strengthening India’s industrial R&D ecosystem.
Akhilesh Ayer, CEO, Cactus Technology Solutions, said, “R&D is a strategic pillar of CACTUS’ growth, driving product innovation, intellectual property creation, and new market expansion. This recognition reflects our commitment to understanding customer needs, anticipating market trends, and accelerating research, scientific discovery, and enterprise decision-making through AI-powered technologies. It also reinforces the significance of sustained investment in research and development as a long-term driver of innovation and growth.”
At CACTUS, research and development is focused on identifying and solving real-world challenges faced by researchers, publishers, healthcare professionals, enterprises, and government institutions. The company develops solutions that help improve research, knowledge sharing, and decision-making by combining technological innovation with deep human expertise. CACTUS continues to invest in critical domains such as artificial intelligence and advanced language technologies, while maintaining a strong focus on translating innovation into practical solutions that deliver measurable value to all stakeholders.
As the pace of technological evolution continues to accelerate, CACTUS remains focused on investing in emerging technologies and driving innovation across the global research ecosystem. The company aims to contribute to India’s growing leadership in science, technology, and knowledge creation.
