Piyush Pandey
Co-founder & CEO, Cognicity Pvt. Ltd.
Leading innovation in IoT, AI, and Smart Infrastructure,
sustainable and intelligent systems.
Leading innovation in IoT, AI, and Smart Infrastructure,
sustainable and intelligent systems.
I’m Piyush Pandey, CEO of Cognicity Pvt. Ltd. and Founder of Future Quantum Innovations, working at the intersection of AI, IoT, and Smart Infrastructure. Currently pursuing an Integrated M.Tech in IoT at DAVV, I focus on creating connected and sustainable systems that address real-world challenges.
My Startup Cognicity, developing the Busy Street Preventer, an Edge AI-powered Smart traffic solution recognized by IIT Bombay, IIT Roorkee, and the Delhi Government, and collaborated with the Indore Municipal Corporation on real-time traffic optimization. My work has been supported by the ITBI Ignition Grant (DST), NIDHI-EIR Fellowship (DST), and recognition as a Top 3 Startup at TIP 2024.
At my core, I am an innovator and problem-solver, committed to designing technologies that make cities smarter and the future more sustainable.
As the CEO of Cognicity, Piyush Pandey exemplifies visionary leadership by bridging the gap between research and real-world application. He fosters a culture of collaboration, innovation, and hands-on learning across the organization.
Under his guidance, Cognicity has successfully developed cutting-edge solutions in IoT-based sensor networks, AI-driven automation, and smart city ecosystems. His leadership emphasizes strategic planning, team empowerment, and sustainable growth.
Specialization: Industrial Automation
School of Instrumentation , Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya (DAVV UTD), Indore, Madhya Pradesh
Cognicity Pvt. Ltd. | Indore, India
Mar 2025 – Present
Leading Edge-AI powered Smart Traffic Solutions and IoT-based Sensor Networks. Driving strategic urban collaborations and scaling Cognicity into a leader in Smart City Solutions.
Future Quantum Innovations | Indore, India
Sep 2023 - Mar 2025
Initiated innovative projects at the college-level group. Developed the Busy Street Preventer (BSP), recognized by IIT Bombay, IIT Roorkee, and Delhi Government, later evolving into Cognicity Pvt. Ltd. Collaborated with Indore Municipal Corporation on real-time Smart Traffic solutions.
Advanced problem-solving and algorithm development applied to IoT, AI, and automation systems.
Guiding teams, executing projects, and driving Cognicity’s vision with clarity and precision.
Designing predictive models and intelligent systems for automation and data-driven insights.
To position Cognicity as a leading force in innovation, driving advancements in IoT, AI, and smart infrastructure. Our vision is to create practical, sustainable, and intelligent solutions that not only solve today’s challenges but also shape the future of technology.
Building technology that empowers people, industries, and communities worldwide.
Won Best Research Paper at the AICTE Idea Lab International Conference 2024 for Presenting BSP paper.
Presented the Busy Street Preventer (BSP) Optimizer project to the The Hon’ble Mayor of Indore, Shri Pushyamitra Bhargava Ji, receiving recognition for impactful urban innovation.
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