Episode 79 | AI for Enhancing Physical Operations | Carl Chouinard

In this episode, I sit down with Carl Chouinard, founder and CEO of Extend AI, to explore how advanced AI tools can reshape physical operations in manufacturing, logistics, and beyond. Carl talks about his early days tinkering with computers in Quebec, Canada, and how his love for technology led him to build multiple startups. He explains how Extend AI connects to cameras, reconstructs real-world spaces in 3D, and identifies “spatial agents” that help businesses organize floors, workflows, and inventory.

Carl believes in harnessing AI to enhance—not replace—human capabilities. He describes real scenarios where physical processes can be guided and optimized, cutting wasted effort and freeing workers to focus on meaningful tasks. Anyone curious about AI’s impact on day-to-day, real-world labor will appreciate Carl’s insights and his clear enthusiasm for bridging the gap between people, machines, and the physical environment.

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