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Press Release24 October 2024Siemens AGBerlin
Siemens and Microsoft scale industrial AI
Over 100 companies, including Schaeffler and thyssenkrupp Automation
Engineering, are currently using the Siemens Industrial Copilot to streamline
processes, address labor shortages, and drive innovation. With 120,000 users
already leveraging the Siemens engineering software TIA Portal, they now have
the opportunity to enhance their work with the genAI-powered assistant.
Co-creation partner thyssenkrupp Automation Engineering is now the first
to plan to use the Copilot globally. Beginning in early 2025, their machines
will be engineered with the assistant, fully unleashing its potential across
their entire product range. The rollout will take place globally. Siemens is
pioneering the offering of gen AI for automation engineering in the industry
and has made this capability easily accessible on the Siemens Xcelerator open
digital business platform.
“The collaboration between Siemens and Microsoft marks a pivotal moment
in the industrial sector; one where AI Transformation becomes a cornerstone for
innovation and operational efficiency,” said Judson Althoff, executive vice
president and chief commercial officer at Microsoft. “By integrating Microsoft
Azure OpenAI Service into Siemens' industrial solutions, we are equipping
companies with cloud-based AI tools to simplify complex challenges, drive
productivity, and help them stay competitive in an increasingly dynamic
environment.”
"Together with Microsoft we scale industrial AI, empowering our
customers throughout the industry to become more resilient, competitive and
sustainable. thyssenkrupp Automation Engineering shows how customers can use the
Siemens Industrial Copilot even in highly demanding environments as a major
efficiency boost," said Cedrik Neike, Member of the Managing Board of
Siemens AG and CEO of Digital Industries.
Since the product’s availability in July 2024, customers across various
sectors have started using the Siemens Industrial Copilot for Engineering to
boost efficiency. Engineers can now create panel visualizations in 30 seconds
and generate code that requires only 20% adaptation. This streamlines
workflows, reducing manual effort and addressing the skilled labor shortage.
The chat function also provides instant, precise answers, eliminating the need
for lengthy searches. By leveraging the Copilot, companies are driving
productivity and innovation.
Transforming battery quality assurance with the Siemens Industrial Copilot
thyssenkrupp Automation Engineering exemplifies the Siemens Industrial
Copilot’s transformative potential at scale, particularly in complex control,
such as development of automated systems for the production of battery and
hydrogen assembly lines. One of their machines helps ensure quality of
batteries for electric cars, a crucial factor in the sustainable energy
transition and the industry’s reliance on 100% reliable batteries. Sensors,
cameras, and measurement systems are integrated to monitor battery cell quality
across multiple stages, conducting complex evaluations to detect discharges
beyond set thresholds.
The Siemens Industrial Copilot supercharges the development and
operation of this battery machine by automating repetitive tasks like data
management, sensor configuration, and the crucial reporting of each step
necessary to meet strict battery inspection requirements. Generally, the
Copilot supports engineering by handling both routine and essential
documentation tasks. This allows the engineers to focus on complex, value-added
work, while its real-time problem-solving capabilities minimize downtime and ensure
smooth production.
“The Siemens Industrial Copilot will prospectively ease our workload and
address the pressing challenges of labor shortages and increasing complexity in
battery testing. This AI-powered solution will be a game-changer for our
industry, and we will actively roll it out across our machines”, said Dr.
Volkmar Dinstuhl, Member of the Executive Board of thyssenkrupp AG and CEO of
thyssenkrupp Automotive Technology.
Siemens will share more details on the Siemens Industrial Copilot at the
SPS expo in Nuremberg, Germany, in November 2024.
Siemens AG (Berlin and Munich) is a leading technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, mobility, and healthcare. The company’s purpose is to create technology to transform the everyday, for everyone. By combining the real and the digital worlds, Siemens empowers customers to accelerate their digital and sustainability transformations, making factories more efficient, cities more livable, and transportation more sustainable. Siemens also owns a majority stake in the publicly listed company, Siemens Healthineers, a leading global medical technology provider shaping the future of healthcare.
In fiscal 2023, which ended on September 30, 2023, the Siemens Group generated revenue of €74.9 billion and net income of €8.5 billion. As of September 30, 2023, the company employed around 305,000 people worldwide on the basis of continuing operations. Further information is available on the Internet at
www.siemens.com.
About Microsoft
Microsoft (Nasdaq “MSFT” @microsoft) creates platforms and tools powered by AI to deliver innovative solutions that meet the evolving needs of our customers. The technology company is committed to making AI available broadly and doing so responsibly, with a mission to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more.
About thyssenkrupp Automotive Technology
thyssenkrupp Automotive Technology is a leading supplier and development partner to the international automotive industry. Its range of products and services includes high-tech components and systems as well as automation solutions for vehicle production. The product range includes chassis technologies such as steering and damping systems and the assembly of axle systems as well as drive train components for conventional and alternative drives. thyssenkrupp Automotive Technology also develops assembly lines for body-in-white construction and produces lightweight body parts in series. The business area generated sales of 7.9 billion euros in fiscal year 2022/23. We also specialize in the production of springs and stabilizers for various vehicle types, as well as components and systems for tracked vehicles. Automotive Technology has a global production network with more than 90 locations in Europe, Asia, and North and South America.