Arjun Devadass, Founder and CEO of ELDAPS
Technology Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
Could you provide an introduction of
yourself to our audience?
I'm Arjun Devadass, the Founder and CEO of ELDAPS
Technology Solutions Pvt. Ltd., a startup from Bangalore dedicated to
cutting-edge Electronics product development. I come from a humble background
in Dindigul, Tamil Nadu, and hold a Bachelor's degree in Electronics and
Communication Engineering from SSM College of Engineering, Erode. My
professional journey began at a defence electronics startup in Bangalore — a
place where I have been groomed into professional and shaped my career. Over
the years, I've had the opportunity to work across a wide spectrum of
organizations, from early-stage startups to the leading aerospace and
automotive companies. With that experience, I launched ELDAPS with the vision
of delivering high-quality, impactful electronic solutions that bridge
innovation and real-world applications.
Could you tell us about ELDAPS Technology
Solutions and the range of services it offers?
ELDAPS Technology Solutions is a cutting-edge
engineering company specializing in the End-to-End Electronics Product Design,
Development, and Manufacturing of high-reliability electronic systems for the
Aerospace, Automotive, and medical industries. Headquartered in Bangalore,
ELDAPS is committed to delivering safety-critical, performance-driven, and
airworthiness-certified solutions that meet the highest global standards.
From Embedded systems and Control units to Custom
Hardware and Software for regulated environments, ELDAPS delivers turnkey
solutions that are tailored while ensuring reliability, traceability, and
long-term support. The company has earned a reputation for excellence by
combining deep technical expertise, agile development processes, and a
quality-first mindset.
What inspired your transition into
entrepreneurship and technology, and how has your leadership style driven the
success of ELDAPS?
Entrepreneurship was never a planned path and it has
happened by itself. My father has been the great inspiration in life for me. I
have grown up listening to his struggle for education and building the
successful Textile venture by his hard work and talent. He was a self-made man,
and his story laid the foundation for my values. But I also grew up during the
declining phase of that venture and a time of immense hardship, which led to
its shutting down. Having scored good marks to secure an admission in Anna
University, but could not attend the counselling as we were so financially
constrained to even afford a travel to Chennai. I remember and am thankful to
the people who have supported those times. Particularly the Chairman of SSM
College of Engineering, who provided me an opportunity to have my education at
zero cost. Those years have taught life, humility, and resilience more than any
textbook ever could so many things.
Later, while working at a multinational company, I
found myself in a comfortable position. Entrepreneurship was not something I
seriously considered until one conversation changed everything. In his final
days, my father encouraged me to try my hand at entrepreneurship. His words
were simple, but they stayed with me. People often say words have the power to
either create or destroy; in my case, his words created ELDAPS. Though my
father did not live to see it, ELDAPS was born from the spirit of his legacy.
At ELDAPS, we strive to create leaders and those
leaders build ELDAPS and take to the great skies. We avoid the Word ‘Employee’
and use the term as ‘Team member.’ The qualification for becoming a Team Member
in ELDAPS is that we look for having the attitude of a Leader who builds by
consistent learning. We standby the belief that “No one is greater than us and
no one is lesser than us,” a philosophy that keeps us grounded in humility
while aiming for the highest achievements.
We don’t just work; we build by learning. We believe
true innovation comes from curiosity, continuous learning, and a willingness to
challenge the status quo. We’ve always trusted that when you empower people to
learn, they begin to lead not just in their roles, but in how they think and
contribute to the larger vision. work. That’s what makes our team special, and
that’s what makes ELDAPS more than just a company; it’s a movement built on
purpose, resilience, and people.
Could you share key milestones from your
professional journey that have shaped your expertise and guided the success of
your organization?
The most defining milestones in my early career came
when I was part of a defence startup, entrusted with a prestigious project for
the Indian Army’s Tank systems. Working in a startup is a unique experience the
learning part is more and you're fortunate to exposed to every aspect of a
project. I was fortunate to be part of such an environment early in my career,
where I was given the responsibility to lead a critical defence project
something many wouldn’t expect for someone with less than a year of experience.
The project was complex involving hardware PCB design, embedded software
development, GUI creation, procurement, manufacturing, testing, integration,
and most critically, vehicle-level field trials. Each stage was a learning
journey, but the biggest test was during the live integration trials with the
Indian Army, where I was sent alone, while major competitors arrived with
entire teams.
Being the sole representative, I had to not only
technically support and troubleshoot on-ground issues, but also compete,
respond to reviews, handle real-time debugging, and ensure successful
demonstration all under the scrutiny of one of the most disciplined forces in
the world. It was intense, humbling, and ultimately, successful.
That experience taught me two invaluable lessons:
1. Pressure reveals potential. When you’re
placed in high-stakes situations, your best often surfaces along with the
chance to learn from every misstep.
2. Trust builds leaders. My CEO placed full
faith in me sending me alone with full responsibility. That belief strengthened
my own self-confidence and taught me how powerful it is to trust your team
fully.
This milestone didn’t just make me technically
stronger; it shaped my leadership philosophy. Empowerment through trust and
learning through doing. It laid the foundation for how I lead at ELDAPS today.
What are some of the notable projects
ELDAPS has successfully delivered, and how have they made a difference in the
industries you serve?
The major project we would like to say is about for
Control System for Metro train network. Here we work jointly for major Public
Sector unit which provides the end system to Metro for major city in India. The
system which we designed replaces the traditional PLC based system with latest
Ethercat Technology. The Automated test system shall control the relays which
in turn controls the doors, Loop line tracks, signals etc. This brings the
automation in metro train network with ultrafast synchronisation technology for
complying the Safety standards in Railways. We have been the part of
development of the Hardware chassis system with the control software to achieve
the safety compliance of Railways. This system is more compact and saves more
space than the traditional system.
With a strong foundation in embedded
product development and test automation, what core areas of expertise have been
most vital to your success?
Embedded Product Engineering
The major expertise is Embedded Product development
including the Electronics Hardware and Firmware for any control systems to
full-stack solutions involving custom PCB design, real-time operating systems,
and System integration with the compliance of standards of Aerospace,
Automotive and Medical Industries. This hands-on understanding helps us to lead
teams with both technical precision and strategic clarity.
Test Automation & Validation
Engineering
We also extend our expertise in creating the
Automation system industries like aerospace, automotive, and medical, for the
efficient Testing solutions to increase productivity. Our expertise in Test
automation hardware and frameworks, HIL testing, and validation planning has
helped us deliver high-integrity systems, reduce human error, and accelerate
go-to-market timelines.
How do you stay current with the latest
tech trends and advancements, and what advice would you give to aspiring tech
entrepreneurs?
In a fast-evolving world like technology, learning is
not a phase it's a lifestyle. We look for Real-world problems and provide
solutions to the same. We keep a close eye on industry needs especially in
aerospace, automotive, medical, and defence and align our learning with what's
actually creating impact on the ground. We also engage ourself with Communities
& Conferences whether it's technical forums, developer communities, or
defence expos, we engage with those who are shaping the future. Listening to people
on the ground often gives more insight than reading a thousand articles.
I’ve always admired about Sourav Ganguly former Indian
Skipper is his belief in backing talent and leading with courage. As he once
said, "You must believe in yourself when no one else does that’s what
makes you a winner." That mindset is incredibly important for any aspiring
tech entrepreneur.
In the startup world, there will be times when people
doubt your idea, your approach, or even your ability. That’s when you have to
hold your ground and keep believing in your vision. Be bold in your decisions,
take ownership, and never be afraid to lead from the front, just like Ganguly
did when he transformed Indian cricket.
Also, don’t shy away from taking risks. Innovation
doesn’t come from playing it safe. Surround yourself with people who are hungry
to win, give them the freedom to grow, and back them even when they fail.
That’s how you build not just a company, but a winning culture.
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