HUMAN & AI

In this episode, we dive deep into healthcare innovation with Daniele Iacovelli, SVP - Global Head of Digital, Analytics (AI) and Operational Excellence at Roche. Daniele shares how his team earned the prestigious Global Lighthouse Award for their groundbreaking work using AI to predict cell aging and growth patterns in biological processes.He shares what stuck with him from the World Economic Forum in Davos by offering unique insights on emerging AI trends, including the shift from generative AI to agentic AI and how it's revolutionizing pharmaceutical development. He explains Roche's human-centered approach to AI implementation and why integrating digital transformation with operational excellence is crucial for success.Discover why Daniele believes that "at the end, it's not a technical problem, it's a leadership opportunity" and learn his "Swiss knife" approach to balancing technical expertise with business acumen in a rapidly evolving industry addressing global healthcare challenges.

Imagine revolutionizing entire rail networks with AI! In our latest episode, our genius mind Sara Elkady, Senior VP of Strategy, Digitalization and Technology at Siemens Mobility, takes us on an exciting journey through the future of transportation. Discover how cutting-edge AI is transforming railway systems worldwide as Sara unveils Siemens' groundbreaking applications that are slashing energy consumption by 30%, mastering fleet management during unexpected disruptions, and revolutionizing maintenance processes. Sara brilliantly breaks down her innovative "dual AI" approach - using meticulous "descriptive" agents for safety-critical operations while unleashing creative "artistic" AI agents to dream up next-generation train designs that overcome global supply chain challenges. Plus, get an exclusive insider's look at Egypt's breathtaking $8 billion rail megaproject that's set to catapult the country into the world's high-speed rail elite!

In this episode of the Human & AI podcast we explore the transformative impact of Generative AI on the Software Development Life-Cycle. Join us as we engage with industry experts Thomas Rettenmaier and Adrian Dischinger. They share the fascinating journey of implementing GitHub Copilot at Siemens as a part of Dev [Boost], offering insights into the strategic methods used to seamlessly integrate this tool into existing workflows. We'll explore the critical evaluation of GitHub Copilot's impact on developer productivity and satisfaction and reflect on the challenges faced during its rollout, along with the valuable lessons learned.Looking ahead, what significant advancements are expected for AI copilots in software engineering? What upcoming innovations spark the most excitement among experts? Whether you are a software development enthusiast or a professional navigating AI integration, this episode offers an engaging and insightful perspective on the evolving landscape of AI in software development. Tune in for a comprehensive exploration of how AI is reshaping the industry, one line of code at a time.

Join us in an exciting episode with Daniel Mühlbauer, aka #DataDan, as we explore the groundbreaking integration of AI in People & Organizations. Uncover the potential of next generation GenAI powered HR chatbots, data-driven empowerment of self-directed teams, sparking innovation and agility within organizations. This episode invites you to envision a future where AI augments human roles, making P&O a dynamic force for change.

In this episode of "Human in AI Minds", hosts Ulli and Arberie welcome Siegmund Duell, a Value Stream Manager for Industrial Vision Applications, and Christian Zillner, Head of Deployment and Go-to-Market for Industrial AI at Siemens Factory Automation. They explore democratizing AI, challenges in implementation, and the importance of data in manufacturing.Siggi and Chris also share insights on making AI accessible to non-experts, the value of computer vision in quality control and the key challenges, while also highlighting the importance of making AI not just powerful, but also practical and integrated into the manufacturing ecosystem. Tune in for this newest episode with our brilliant guests!

In this episode of the "Human & AI" podcast, we get to the bottom of the fascinating world of autonomous robotics with Péter Frankhauser, the co-founder and CEO of ANYbotics!Péter shares his passion for technological advancement and his mission to create a workforce of autonomous robots that can revolutionize critical industries. He presents ANYbotics' unique approach to developing four-legged robots equipped with advanced sensors and AI capabilities, enabling them to navigate complex environments and assist in tasks such as inspection, maintenance, and data collection.If you're interested in learning how ANYbotics is bridging the gap between human and robotic workforces and want to understand the importance of responsible technology development, say no more and tune in to listen to this new episode!

In this episode of "Human & AI" podcast, we dive deep into the transformative impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on the human resources (HR) landscape. Join us as we explore how leading organizations are harnessing the power of AI to revolutionize talent management, employee development, and organizational optimization with Michaela Schütt, the Senior Vice President in Digitalization Strategy for People & Organization at Siemens.As a pioneer behind Siemens' HR digitalization strategy, she shares her insightful journey of integrating AI into their HR processes. Discover how they have navigated the challenges of driving innovation within a large corporate setting, emphasizing the importance of a customer-centric approach, rapid prototyping, and fostering a culture of change to enable new data-driven HR models. Whether you're an HR professional, a business leader, or an AI enthusiast, this episode offers a unique perspective on the transformative potential of AI in the people-centric world of human resources. Tune in and be inspired to embark on your own AI-driven HR transformation journey!

In our latest episode of Human & AI Podcast, learn about innovation with Erik Scepanski, a brilliant AI-expert and Innovation Manager at Digital Industries.Erik shared with us the details of the coolest company anniversary present, for the Siemens 175th celebration: the creation of an Non-Fungible Token (NFT)! He also shared his perspective from innovation topics, from generative AI to the cutting edge development of industrial copilots. Join us in this conversation and enjoy it!

Discover intrapreneurship and innovation in AI in the latest episode of Human&AI, with Timo Mühlhausen, head of Data, and Supradeep Chikaballapur Manjunath, head of Product business, from Data Driven X (DDX).Join us as we explore how to generate value by combining different data modalities and business ecosystems, where the leaders of DDX initiative share their journey to providing financial insights, through a fusion of IoT machine data with the needs of industries, such as insurance and banking.Their discussion provides valuable information and insights into the challenges and advantages of driving innovation into a large corporate setting, emphasizing the importance of a customer-centric, rapid prototype and cultural change approaches to enable new data-driven business models.

In this captivating episode of Human & AI, we sit down with German Suvorov, who is dedicated to AI solutions and business development for the NVIDIA ecosystem at Siemens.Join us as we explore the critical role of hardware trends and developments in shaping the future of industrial AI, and discover how open-source can fuel innovation across the sector. German demystifies the often-encountered “proof of concept - trap” and shares his insights on steering clear of its pitfalls.At the heart of this episode is German's passion to solve real-world problems. His love for music isn't just a personal hobby; it's a metaphor for his approach to AI in manufacturing and engineering—where harmony, rhythm, and collaboration are key to orchestrating success.Tune in to Human & AI and be inspired by German's journey, where the symphony of technology meets the cadence of practical solutions.

Discover the world of AI integration in industrial settings on Human & AI. In this episode, we explore all things data strategy and AI implementation with genius mind Erik Schwulera, IoT Lead for Manufacturing at Siemens. Gain valuable insights on implementing industrial-grade AI solutions on the shop floor and understand the delicate balance between human-machine collaboration. Don't miss this enlightening conversation between Erik and hosts Arberie and Ulli - tune in now to stay ahead in the age of AI!Curious about AI? Visit our Siemens AI Lab website!

In our newest Podcast Episode, Ulli and Arberie discuss the future of AI in the building sector, with the Enlighted CTO, Colm Nee. Discover how IoT and AI are driving sustainable buildings through advanced lighting control and data sharing. We explore the challenges hindering the adoption of Generative AI in enterprises and the potential disruptions it brings. Further, we get Colm's insights on the future of AI compared to SaaS as well as LLM improvements, and the power of reinforcement learning. Tune in now for our newest episode with: Colm Nee (CTO at Enlighted) Curious about AI? Visit our Siemens AI Lab website!

For our first episode of 2024 we have a special treat for you: Hosts Arberie and Ulli invited 4 (!) genius minds to discuss ChatGPT use cases at Siemens. Our guests are the winners of the AI Lab's ChatGPT & Co. - Use Case ideation challenge in March 2023, with a total of 147 unique ideas submitted on how to use LLMs to solve real-world business challenges. Curious to learn how their use cases evolved since last year? Tune in now to this special episode with:Bar Cohen (DI SW PLM DM I&R) - Digital Manufacturing CoPilot: Action Recommendation utilizing NLPArmin Hadzalic (DI FA CTR EE PRC2) - Debug-Assistant for Siemens Code editorsBettina Randi Rotermund (X AR & ST) - ChatGPT for Siemens XceleratorMarkus Probst (SMO CS P GCM) - Negotiation simulation / role-play especially for ProcurementCurious about AI? Visit our Siemens AI Lab website!

In the newest episode of Human&AI, CEO of appliedAI initiative Andreas Liebl joins hosts Ulli and Arberie to discuss the EU's proposed AI Act and its potential impact on the European AI landscape. The impending regulation of AI technologies is a hot topic of debate as the EU AI Act is expected to strike a balance between fostering innovation and protecting consumers. How competitive is the European AI industry on a global scale? Can the EU AI Act become a strategic advantage, and what needs to happen for it to be? What does the distinction of AI from software have to do with it?If you're interested in finding out more about these questions from someone at the forefront of AI adaptation in Germany and beyond, this is the right episode for you.Curious about AI? Visit our Siemens AI Lab website!

In our latest episode of Human&AI, we explore the fascinating world of the Industrial Metaverse with "Mr. Metaverse" Theo Papadopoulos, expert in Simulation & Digital Twin technology. Discover the key differentiators between the Industrial Metaverse and its commercial counterpart, and learn about its possibilities for immersive experiences, real-time collaboration, and interaction between stakeholders. We delve into the journey towards establishing the Industrial Metaverse by 2030 and the risks and challenges it presents. Join us as we discuss how this vision is shaping the future of industries, solving real-world problems, and revolutionizing product design and production processes for a more sustainable future.Curious about AI? Visit our Siemens AI Lab website!

Join hosts Arberie & Ulli in our latest episode of Human&AI as they have an engaging conversation with Stefan Schwab about the latest AI trends and how Siemens businesses Enlighted and Comfy are transforming our daily lives at the intersection of people, space, and work. Discover how these innovative solutions not only enhance our experiences but also help customers achieve their sustainability goals. Tune in now on siemens.fm or wherever you listen to podcasts!Curious about AI? Visit our Siemens AI Lab website!

Join us for an insightful conversation with Kenza Ait Si Abbou, Director Client Engineering DACH at IBM, as we delve into the challenges and responsibilities connected to the democratization of AI, the importance of incentivizing a shift towards a data-driven mindset, and what it means to be human in a world where parts of the human experience can be found in machines, causing boundaries to blur. Kenza is a trailblazer standing up for female empowerment in the field of technology, she is a LinkedIn TOP Voice, renowned thought leader in AI, TEDx speaker, and best-selling author.

In this episode we are joined by Benjamin van Giffen, Assistant Professor for Information Management and Head of Management at the AI Lab of the University St Gallen. Benjamin shares his insights on how design thinking for AI can leverage the intersection of AI strengths and user needs to tackle real-world challenges. But that's not all - we also dive into the challenges of putting AI into productive use and explore the important role that ChatGPT and similar technologies play in education and research. Tune in now to discover the fascinating world of AI and human-centered innovation!Curious about AI? Visit our Siemens AI Lab website!

Low-code is considered one of the most disruptive current trends, revolutionizing the digital space by enabling people to develop applications without software development expertise. We sat down with Tim Srock, CEO of Mendix, to find out what low-code is all about, the role AI plays in this technology, and what it means for the future of software development.Curious about AI? Visit our Siemens AI Lab website!

Becoming an inspiring leader is a journey, not a destination. With people at the core of the digital transformation, inspiring leadership is needed more than ever. We could not talk about it with anyone better than Matthias Reuter, SVP Global Head of Siemens Leadership Excellence. Listen to this episode of Human&AI to find out all about how the leaders of Siemens are taken along on their journey to great leadership.Curious about AI? Visit our Siemens AI Lab website!

Big corporates and startups don't go together? This week's genius mind Sebastian Greiss proves the opposite. As the founder of StationX he builds bridges between various startups and Siemens Mobility. In doing so, StationX paves the way for innovative solutions with real impact while helping startups scale their business. Listen to this episode to learn more about all the intriguing peculiarities of bringing these two different worlds together.Curious about AI? Visit our Siemens AI Lab website!

Today we have two genius minds from Siemens Smart Infrastructure: Michael Weinhold, Head of Technology & Innovation and Rolf Apel, Principal Key Expert for grid digitalization. Michael and Rolf give valuable insights into how creating environments that care can help us overcome the challenges posed by rapidly changing energy systems. Tune in and find out how ethical considerations can be opportunities to foster good innovation.Curious about AI? Visit our Siemens AI Lab website!

Today's genius mind is Amit Chakraborty, principal scientist for Physics-Aware AI. Machine Learning typically requires a lot of data to generate a reliable model which generalizes well. Tune in to learn how physics can be incorporated to achieve a more accurate model with the given amount of data, or even how less data is needed!Curious about AI? Visit our Siemens AI Lab website!

Today's genius mind is Matthias Loskyll, director of Autonomous Factory and Industrial AI. Flexible, resilient and sustainable - three words that describe Matthias' idea of the Autonomous Factory, which is designed by and for people. Tune in to hear about his vision for the smart & self organizing production of the future and how the interplay of human and artificial intelligence can be crucial for success!Curious about AI? Visit our Siemens AI Lab website!

Today we have two genius minds: Bianca Höflinger and Tobias Eismann, who host the Talking Creativity Podcast. Bianca and Tobias explain why we need to foster creative capabilities and how the Siemens Creativity Lab helps doing that. But what does creativity even mean – and can artificial intelligence be creative? Tune in to this episode to find out! Curious about AI? Visit our Siemens AI Lab website! 

Today's genius mind is Frank Rørtvedt, a Digital Enterprise Sales Specialist and Value Hacker at Siemens. Frank works with his team in Norway to leverage AI in battery manufacturing and enhance circularity by design. Tune in to this episode to hear how AI can help create a digital tool chain in times of resource scarcity and learn what “digital twins on neurons” are.Curious about AI? Visit our Siemens AI Lab website!

We celebrate the release of our 50th episode with genius mind Andrea Mawad from Talent Acquisition at Siemens Germany. Andrea explains how AI can be plugged into hiring processes to free recruiters from workload and enhance the experience of candidates. Tune in to this episode* to hear how we at Siemens envision talent acquisition, diversity, and the role of AI in it.Curious about AI? Visit our Siemens AI Lab website!*As this episode was recorded in February 2022, the recording holds no references to the current situation.

Today's genius mind is Tobias Bäumler, Deputy Chairman of the Central Works Council and Member of the Supervisory Board of Siemens. As a chief responsible for the needs of Siemens employees, Tobias is convinced that AI is not replacing people but helping them do their jobs better. Tune in to this episode to learn about lifelong employability and how to make new technologies more trustworthy.Curious about AI? Visit our Siemens AI Lab website!

Today's genius mind is Natascha Eckert, Head of Siemens Research & Innovation Ecosystem at Siemens Technology. To master digital transformation, it is vital to work in ecosystems. More than 30% of PhD students at Siemens work on AI topics. Tune in to this episode to find out what a Siemens Research and Innovation Ecosystem is and how Siemens connects state-of-the-art academia to real-world cases in business and industry.

A while ago, we recorded an episode with our genius mind Annemarie Große Frie, Head of Research and Pre-Development at Siemens Technology. Electronics is bringing together the physical and the digital sphere. AI and machine learning in electronics manufacturing can not only help simplify processes but also leverage sustainability aspects. Tune in to this episode of Human&AI to find out how we can translate ideas into market opportunities and where future business models like “decarbonization as a service” are headed.

Today's genius mind is Caroline Cassignol from Additive Manufacturing & Materials at Siemens Technology. AI represents a digital backbone to the material domain. By monitoring machine signals, AI technologies can improve processes and reduce waste. Moreover, AI is a lever to mitigate the carbon footprint of our products. Tune in to this episode of Human&AI to hear how the scenarios of AI in materials science unfold.

Today's genius mind is André Hartung, President of Diagnostic Imaging at Siemens Healthineers. Integrating AI-driven solutions into the workflow of radiologists can be a win-win situation for patients and physicians. What does the application of AI Companions look like? How can the advantages of digital twins be leveraged – while keeping humans in the driver's seat? Tune in to this episode of Human&AI to find out!

Today's genius mind is Karen Florschütz, CEO of Customer Services at Siemens. As a leader, Karen believes in the power of co-creation and co-exploration. Working in ecosystems, Karen notes, can be a big lever to make the digital enterprise work. Especially AI holds great potential to further increase productivity of factories while reducing costs. How can we overcome obstacles that hold AI solutions back from scaling? What are the steps to understand what customers really want? Tune in to this episode of Human&AI to find out!

Today's genius mind is Peter Körte, Chief Strategy Officer and Chief Technology Officer at Siemens. Combining technology and strategy, Peter is looking at future technologies. As such, he walks the talk of Technology with Purpose at Siemens. What is crucial, Peter emphasizes, is putting technology into productive use – and having customers' needs in mind from scratch. For instance, industrial AI can be a great lever for decarbonization. What are Peter's favorite use cases of industrial AI at Siemens? How can Siemens as a large corporate keep up with highly dynamic tech hyperscalers? And what does it mean to have an “opportunity-first” mindset? Tune in to this episode of Human&AI to find out!

Today's genius mind is Roger Meier, Principle Key Expert for Digital Transformation at Siemens. As a software enthusiast, he frames digital transformation as a support for humans. Collaboration and transparency are key drivers of success in software engineering – which is why Roger founded the Siemens-internal social coding platform code.siemens.com. What does it mean to shape a software-centric culture in large organizations? How can open source help advance industrial AI? And how does this all relate to “HI” – Human Intelligence? Get answers to these questions in this episode of Human & AI!

Today's genius mind is Dr. Mathias Oppelt, head of the Simulation Center at Siemens. Virtual simulation tools can be great assistants to optimize real-world operations. As such, modeling and simulations are key levers for sustainability. But how might machine learning enhance simulations? And what role does trust play? Get answers to these questions in this episode of Human & AI! For more information, have a look at Mathias' video on Simulation & Modelling for higher sustainability across the lifecycle with SIMIT.Curious about AI? Visit our Siemens AI Lab website! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Today's genius mind is Dr. Mathias Oppelt, head of the Simulation Center at Siemens. Virtual simulation tools can be great assistants to optimize real-world operations. As such, modeling and simulations are key levers for sustainability. But how might machine learning enhance simulations? And what role does trust play? Get answers to these questions in this episode of Human & AI! For more information, have a look at Mathias' video on Simulation & Modelling for higher sustainability across the lifecycle with SIMIT.Curious about AI? Visit our Siemens AI Lab website!

Today's genius mind is Afzal Shabaz Mohammed, Head of MindSphere & Lead of the Expo2020 Dubai Project at Siemens. Cities are becoming increasingly “smart”. But how can we make those smart cities more human-centric and how can data help? What makes the Dubai ecosystem so special, as an example? Get answers to these questions and insights into the crazy dimensions of the Expo2020 Dubai in this episode of Human & AI!Curious about AI? Visit our AI Lab Website!

Today's genius mind is Afzal Shabaz Mohammed, Head of MindSphere & Lead of the Expo2020 Dubai Project at Siemens. Cities are becoming increasingly “smart”. But how can we make those smart cities more human-centric and how can data help? What makes the Dubai ecosystem so special, as an example? Get answers to these questions and insights into the crazy dimensions of the Expo2020 Dubai in this episode of Human & AI!Curious about AI? Visit our AI Lab Website! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Today's genius mind is Christian Kabusch, Global Human Resources Business Partner at Siemens Industry. The way we work is changing, probably faster than ever. A key part of HR is keeping up with this transformation. But how do you face this upheaval towards “new work” in technology-driven organizations? How do you build and maintain adaptability and agility? Get answers to these questions in this episode of Human & AI!Visit our AI Lab Website!

Today's genius mind is Christian Kabusch, Global Human Resources Business Partner at Siemens Industry. The way we work is changing, probably faster than ever. A key part of HR is keeping up with this transformation. But how do you face this upheaval towards “new work” in technology-driven organizations? How do you build and maintain adaptability and agility? Get answers to these questions in this episode of Human & AI!Visit our AI Lab Website! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Today's genius mind is Beat Weibel, Chief IP Counsel at Siemens. Intellectual property protection is a hugely important topic, not just for AI, but for innovation in general. Tune in to this episode to learn how Siemens is doing on AI patents, why quality is more important than quantity, and how IP protection and open-source work can go hand in hand.Curious on AI Use Cases? Visit our AI Lab Website!