The market has not evolved in terms of forecasting. So, when we don’ t get the forecast, it is difficult for us to deliver on time. We are increasingly seeking clarity from the market and the customers should give us clarity for improved services.
move ahead with times.
Q: Which are the new product launches from BD Bioscience in the recent times?
We have done significantly well with our new launches. We have launched several instruments to fill in the gap left by the current ones. We have many clinical and research platforms, both analyzers and sorters which fit into almost all the requirements of customers. One of the top ones is BD FACS Presto followed by BD FACS Celesta that was launched last year. Going forward, now we are getting ready to launch BD FACS Lyric and BD FACS Melody. These will help us to supplement and compliment the needs of the customers. The need based products will help in meeting specific requirements.
FACS Melody is a research platform and is an excellent benchtop cell sorter. Few scientists want the personal sorter due to time constraints. It will benefit those who are working in isolation. Very
The market has not evolved in terms of forecasting. So, when we don’ t get the forecast, it is difficult for us to deliver on time. We are increasingly seeking clarity from the market and the customers should give us clarity for improved services.
efficient and occupies lesser space. FACS Lyric on the other hand is focused on more number of sensor and colors, as per wishes of customers to be able to get more output. It has 3 lasers and configuration ranges from 4,6. We are starting with this configuration and if customers want more, we can always upgrade it. As in when the customer requirements change, we adapt.
Q: How has your collaboration with the Jamia Hamdard University on skills training shaped up?
We continue to use the BD-Jamia FACSTM Academy for imparting two to three days hands-on training and skill development programmes. A lot of associates and research scholars are provided the free training. A lot of institutes are connecting with us through Jamia to get the firsthand experience on the ways to do sorting and cell analysis.
We routinely conduct channel partner trainings at this center. This academy is designed to provide them with a high-quality training and curriculum to stay current on new developments. It is our commitment towards capacity building in the Indian flow cytometry community.
Q: Lot of biosuppliers and tech providers tell me that their business got affected due to lack of funding? Is that the case with you too?
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