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Schneider Electric unveils podcast on AI applications & ethics
Schneider Electric has announced the launch of its new podcast series, "AI at Scale," which will delve into real-life applications of artificial intelligence (AI). The podcast aims to provide insights from AI practitioners and experts on the current state of AI technology, exploring various challenges, success stories, and future developments.
The company established its AI Hub in 2021, which now employs over 350 AI experts. By leveraging its collective expertise through an accessible podcast format, Schneider Electric aims to demystify AI for a broad audience and facilitate a conversation about its future. The initiative also seeks to address common misconceptions about AI and highlight its real-world applications.
The podcast series will tackle several essential questions pertinent to the societal deployment of AI. These include managing the energy demand of AI systems, promoting diversity and inclusion in AI development, and preparing the workforce for an AI-intensive future. The discussions are intended to offer practical insights into how AI can be sustainably and ethically integrated into various sectors.
In the first episode, Philippe Rambach, Schneider Electric’s Chief AI Officer, explores the necessity of AI, emphasising a sustainable and efficient approach to its deployment. Rambach discusses how AI can support decarbonisation and energy efficiency efforts. He also provides actionable advice for businesses on implementing AI at scale to realise user adoption, business value, and return on investment.
Future episodes of the podcast will feature a range of guests, including chief AI and data officers, chief technology officers, heads of data and analytics, and representatives from leading universities and research centres. These episodes will cover various subjects, such as AI in data centres, manufacturing, services, transport, and food processing, with a focus on the responsible and ethical aspects of AI applications.
The "AI at Scale" podcast aims to be a valuable resource for listeners interested in understanding the practical and ethical dimensions of AI technology. It is available on multiple streaming platforms, including Spotify and Apple Podcasts, making it accessible to a global audience.
Schneider Electric's initiative to launch this podcast aligns with its broader mission of advancing sustainability and efficiency through digital transformation. The company continues to position itself as a thought leader in the space of electrification, automation, and digitisation by providing comprehensive AI-enabled solutions.
The AI at Scale podcast by Schneider Electric is available on multiple streaming platforms, including Spotify and Apple Podcasts.