
HUMAN & AI
The Siemens AI Lab presents a podcast filled with the voices of those who are raising awareness for the potential of AI across Siemens. Get to know the people behind the expertise; learn what fascinates and motivates our guests, as well as what aspects of their daily inspiration can contribute to problem-solving in the field of AI.
Latest episodes

Jul 4, 2024 • 55min
German Suvorov - Harmonizing AI and Industry
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.

Apr 25, 2024 • 1h 4min
Erik Schwulera - Data Strategy for AI on the Shop Floor
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!

Feb 22, 2024 • 1h
Colm Nee - AI and IoT transforming the building sector
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!

Feb 1, 2024 • 1h 14min
Bettina Rotermund | Cohen Bar | Armin Hadzalic | Markus Probst | ChatGPT Use Cases at Siemens
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!

Sep 7, 2023 • 57min
Andreas Liebl - Towards Trustworthy AI with the EU AI Act
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!

Aug 24, 2023 • 44min
Theo Papadopoulos - Shaping the Future with the Industrial Metaverse
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!

Jun 22, 2023 • 46min
Stefan Schwab - Shedding light on people, space, and work with AI
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!

Apr 6, 2023 • 50min
Kenza Ait Si Abbou - The Intersection of Humanity and AI
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.

Mar 23, 2023 • 41min
Benjamin van Giffen - Putting People at the Core: Design Thinking and AI Innovation
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!

Mar 9, 2023 • 52min
Tim Srock - Enabling people with Low-Code and AI
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!