Ideanomics is a global company focused on the convergence of financial services and industries experiencing technological disruption. The company's mission is to offer farmers independence from the pollution, infrastructure, and price volatility associated with fossil fuels. Solectrac tractors provide an opportunity for farmers around the world to power their tractors by using the sun, wind, and other clean renewable sources of energy. Solectrac, Inc., located in Northern California, has developed 100% battery-powered, all-electric tractors for agriculture and utility operations. For more information and news on other Ideanomics subsidiaries, please visit. To learn more about Solectrac's mission to lead the transition to zero-emission regenerative agriculture, visit. "My goal is to lead a team of innovators to create, sell and distribute the best possible technology that will not only reduce our carbon footprint, but also make farming safer and more efficient." "After decades of working at one of the biggest names in the industry, I am excited to help build Solectrac and lead the way to a zero-emission agriculture future," said Viswanathan. He has also served as lead engineer and program manager for major product programs. His achievements also included nurturing a culture of innovation that led to Deere's first compact electric tractor and launching other innovative products to double the compact tractor and loader business in just eight years.īefore that, he led engineering operations in China, where he developed the engineering organization and facilities to support growth plans in China.
He directed a global team of 200 R&D staff and implemented efficiency initiatives resulting in a steady annual reduction in R&D costs. (John Deere), a prominent American farm machinery and industrial equipment manufacturer.
Prior to Solectrac, Viswanathan led the global engineering and supplier development functions for tractors and loaders at Deere & Co. Hariharan has extensive experience in the industry and will lead the initiatives needed to move to the next stage while retaining the innovative spirit and nimbleness of the Solectrac team. This will require additional competencies and greater rigor in product engineering and operations. Under Viswanathan's guidance, Solectrac will aim to sharply increase production and introduce new models and features, while ensuring efficiency, quality, and excellent dealer and customer support. "We are excited to add Hari to the Solectrac team as we work towards our significant revenue goal in the next two years," said Iyer, "With proven leadership skills in the development and execution of technology roadmaps, long-range plans, and product design strategies, he is the right person at the right time to propel our business forward." Viswanathan's expertise includes the successful development and launch of off-road vehicles, research and development (R&D) efficiency, building international teams, and managing R&D centers.
He will work closely with CEO Mani Iyer and Founder Steve Heckeroth while managing operations, manufacturing, and product engineering teams. Viswanathan, a veteran of the agricultural industry specializing in product and technology development and vehicle electrification, will oversee operations as well as product and aftermarket sales of the Solectrac line of zero-emission electric tractors.
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