A CISO from Mann+Hummel discusses their rules for GenAI and LLMs. They talk about Landing AI as a new partner and ponder if models are a commodity. In other chapters, they explore industrial AI in Europe, code translation, Microsoft and Mistral cooperation, and setting guidelines for AI usage in organizations.
Mann+Hummel follows specific rules for GenAI and LLMs to guide their AI initiatives effectively.
As AI models become commodities, startups need to adapt by considering consultancy services and exploring new business avenues.
Deep dives
Introduction and Travel Experiences in Espelkamp and Connectors Valley
The conversation starts with introductions by Robert Weber and Peter Seiber discussing their interactions. Peter talks about his recent travel experiences, including stops at Espelkamp and the Connectors Valley, known for companies like Phoenix Contact and WAGO. He highlights insights from his visit to Harding showing the focus on Industrial AI and the potential impact on European startups as models become commodities.
Implications of AI Models Becoming Commodity
Peter discusses the prediction that majority of vision and simulation models will become commodities, altering business models for European startups. The conversation delves into potential shifts towards consulting services as traditional startup models may need reevaluation. They explore the future landscape where startups may need to adapt to remain viable.
Shift Towards Other Business Areas
As AI models transition to commodities, the discussion speculates on potential areas of business growth like hardware and data infrastructure. Emphasis is placed on the need for startups to evolve their strategies, possibly branching into consultancy services to navigate the changing landscape.
Impact of NVIDIA CEO's Statement on Coding and Learning AI
The conversation shifts to the NVIDIA CEO's suggestion on the diminishing focus on learning coding, sparking discussions on the future of programming and AI development. Insights are shared on the evolving role of domain experts, highlighting the importance of understanding emerging technologies for future generations' education and workforce preparation.
Jens Wonneberger is the CISO of automotive supplier Mann+Hummel. He explains to us what rules the company has set itself when it comes to GenAI and LLMs.
Jens Wonneberger is the CISO of automotive supplier Mann+Hummel. He explains to us what rules the company has set itself when it comes to GenAI and LLMs. Jens Wonneberger is a big AI advocate, but we've never had a CISO on the Industrial AI Podcast. But the Mann+Hummel rules can certainly help other companies too. In the news section, we talk about BCW24 and one of the highlights was the announcement that Landing AI is a new partner of the crtlX ecosystem. But we also talk about Harting's Industrial Ethernet Week and ask ourselves: Are models ultimately a commodity?
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