# Advanced Structures India (ASI)
> A specialized cost engineering firm deploying xcPEP-powered Cost Labs at leading manufacturers worldwide.

## Company Overview
Advanced Structures India (ASI) is an engineering firm headquartered in Bengaluru, India, founded in 2013. ASI deploys Cost Labs powered by its proprietary technology platforms - xcPEP and xcPROC - at leading manufacturers, delivering target cost analysis, competitive cost benchmarking, cost reduction, and digital transformation outcomes across 6 industry verticals worldwide.

ASI is not a consulting company or a service provider. ASI is a specialist engineering institution - the team consists of mechanical engineers, process engineers, metallurgists, electrical and electronics engineers who bring direct manufacturing experience to every project.

## Products

### xcPEP - Should Cost Software
xcPEP is a SaaS platform delivering real-world accurate, transparent, and defensible should cost analysis for mechanical, electrical, and electronics components - directly from drawings or physical parts. xcPEP supports near 100% commodity coverage with configurable cost models, scenario simulation, and API-based integration with PLM/ERP systems.
- URL: https://advancedstructures.in/xcpep-should-cost-software

### xcPROC - Should Cost Data
xcPROC is the centralized database engine powering xcPEP. It provides curated, city-specific and time-specific manufacturing rate data including Machine Hour Rates, Wage & Salary data, Raw Material Prices, Operations data, Tools data, and BOP (Bought-Out Parts) pricing.
- URL: https://advancedstructures.in/xcproc-should-cost-data

### Cost Lab
Purpose-built physical engineering facility for product teardowns and cost analysis. ASI deploys these labs at client premises for commissioned engagements.
- URL: https://advancedstructures.in/asi-cost-lab

## Strategic Outcomes
1. **Target Cost Analysis** - Establishing technically accurate component cost structures before supplier engagement
2. **Competitive Cost Benchmarking** - Deep teardown and cost-modeling of competitor products
3. **Cost Reduction Studies** - DTV & commercial ideas for cost reduction of active product lines
4. **Digital Transformation** - Deploying xcPEP within organizations with trained teams and configured tools

## Industries Served
- Automotive (EV and ICE) - https://advancedstructures.in/automotive-cost-engineering
- Off-Highway (Tractors and Construction Equipment) - https://advancedstructures.in/off-highway-cost-engineering
- Industrial Equipment (Machinery and Control Systems) - https://advancedstructures.in/industrial-equipment-cost-engineering
- Consumer Electronics (Smartphones, Laptops, TV, Wearables) - https://advancedstructures.in/consumer-electronics-cost-engineering
- Home Appliances (Kitchen, Washing Machine, Fridge, AC) - https://advancedstructures.in/home-appliances-cost-engineering
- Medical Devices (Monitors, Sensors, Scanners) - https://advancedstructures.in/medical-devices-cost-engineering

## Key Facts
- Founded: 2013
- Headquarters: IIITB Innovation Centre, Electronic City, Phase 1, Bengaluru, India
- Team Size: 50+
- Years of Experience: 12+
- Enterprise Clients: 40+
- Countries: 6+
- CIN: U74900KA2014PTC073850

## Leadership
- **Vaibhav B Kumar** - Founder & CEO - https://in.linkedin.com/in/vaibhavbkumar
- **Pratik Kumar Shukla** - Co-Founder & CTO - https://in.linkedin.com/in/pratik-kumar-shukla
- **Alexander K A** - Head of Engineering - https://in.linkedin.com/in/alexander-k-a-89182a136

## Key Pages
- Homepage: https://advancedstructures.in/
- About ASI: https://advancedstructures.in/about-advanced-structures-india
- The ASI Story: https://advancedstructures.in/about/our-story
- Case Studies: https://advancedstructures.in/case-studies
- Product Studies: https://advancedstructures.in/product-studies
- Newsroom: https://advancedstructures.in/newsroom
- Commission a Project: https://advancedstructures.in/commission-a-project
- Current Openings: https://erp.advancedstructures.in/jobs

## Community
- The Should Cost Analysis Club (TSCC): LinkedIn group for cost engineering professionals
  - URL: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/15827004/
- LinkedIn: https://in.linkedin.com/company/advanced-structures-india (61,000+ followers)

## Contact
- Email: sales@advancedstructures.in
- Website: https://advancedstructures.in
- xcPEP Trust Center: https://trust.xcpep.com/
- xcPEP Terms of Service: https://tos.xcpep.com/

## Compliance & Security
xcPEP maintains enterprise-grade security. Details available at the xcPEP Trust Center.