Industrial AI: From Pilot to Profit
About this episode
The episode discusses the transition from AI pilots to profitable solutions in industrial settings with guest Boris Scharinger from Siemens.
Our guest is Boris Scharinger from Siemens. He wrote an interesting book "Industrial AI: From Pilot to Profit" and in this episode, we sit down with him. He is a leading voice in industrial AI and we uncover what it really takes to move from flashy AI pilots to solutions that deliver real value on the shop floor and in product engineering. We dig into the challenges of bridging proof-of-concept and production, the unique demands of industrial environments, and why so many initiatives stall before reaching profitability. Our conversation cuts through the hype, sharing candid examples from Siemens Energy and Tesla to illustrate where AI is truly changing the game and where it’s still hitting walls. We also tackle pressing topics like the impact of generative AI on management expectations, the evolving role of process mining, and the tough realities of deploying AI in brownfield versus greenfield environments. If you’re a startup, engineer, or decision-maker looking to understand the real mechanics—and pitfalls—of industrial AI, this episode is your inside track. Join us as we set the record straight on what it takes to turn AI ambition into sustainable success.
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