FOCUS ON AI
TRUMPF’ s Runability guide using AI.
SE: For TRUMPF employees, initial offers are available on our intranet for further training AI— from beginners to experts. This includes training courses, mentoring and interdisciplinary working groups. We are constantly expanding our offering. We also train AI experts throughout the company and deepen their expertise in specific specialist areas.
The curiosity and motivation of TRUMPF employees are a great advantage for further development and for anchoring AI in the company.
Which challenges does TRUMPF face in its transformation into an AI-driven company? identify regularities and irregularities; make predictions; automate processes; generate texts and images; or operate knowledge management.
We want to use AI extensively to create added value in as many areas of our company as possible( for example in sales, human resources, research, development and in the production of our products and services).
We want to use AI extensively to create added value in as many areas of our company as possible
Can the efficiency gains achieved through the use of AI be expressed in figures?
SE: Yes. Our aim is to identify fields of application in which AI creates significant value. We want to implement this step-bystep. The added value of AI extends across all areas of the company and varies, depending upon the application.
We have already identified several potential benefits such as faster and more personalised customer service; more costeffective and comprehensive training; more efficient software development; savings in production costs and energy; and revenue growth thanks to innovations in our products and services.
We are not running out of use cases. It is more a question of implementing them in a focused manner and [ leveraging ] the added value in a measurable way.
How does TRUMPF train its employees to work with AI?
TRUMPF’ s EasyModel AI demonstration at INTECH 2024.
Quality control of batteries with AI. TRUMPF’ s AI solution is designed to replace other time-consuming quality inspections.
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SE: Work will change dramatically as a result of AI. As a company, for example, we need to become even more agile and flexible. This applies to our processes, but also to us as individuals. We need more courage to make decisions, take action and keep moving forwards. In addition, several technical requirements need to be met to apply the added value of AI in the individual areas of the company.
Which competitive advantages does TRUMPF have when it comes to developing AI solutions for industry?
SE: The combination of specialist knowledge, customer orientation, innovative strength and a sense of responsibility gives us a competitive edge. As a solution provider, we have full control of our process chains from hardware to service. This enables us to integrate AI into products and processes that are precisely tailored to our customers’ requirements.
It is also a priority for us to act responsibly. This includes handling our customers’ data sensitively when it comes to AI. The fact that
Using AI at TRUMPF.
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