The AI in Business Podcast GenAI Efficiencies in Manufacturing, Smart Farming, and Beyond - with Steffen Hoffmann of Bosch
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Apr 8, 2025 Steffen Hoffmann, Managing Director of Bosch UK, shares insights on revolutionizing industries with AI. He explains Bosch’s innovative black grass detection system in agriculture that cuts chemical use while optimizing costs. The conversation dives into how AI enhances quality control in manufacturing through intelligent inspection systems. Hoffmann also highlights the evolution of AI in smart homes and HR, underlining the importance of technology in improving operational efficiency rather than replacing human roles.
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Black Grass Detection
- Bosch's AI-driven system identifies black grass, a weed hard to eradicate.
- It sprays only affected areas, reducing chemical use and costs.
Weed Eradication
- Another AI-powered tool identifies weeds optically with a sensor.
- It uses a pneumatic piston to push weeds back into the soil.
Early AI at Bosch
- Bosch has a history of using AI-like algorithms, even before machine learning was widely adopted.
- Early examples include an electronic transmission control unit and smart home appliances.