Show Notes
Industrial Talk is talking to Rob McGreevy, Chief Product Officer at AVEVA about "Industrial AI - Operational context behind processes and assets".
Overview
The conversation examined how AVEVA uses industrial software and AI to improve design, operations, data quality, and safety across critical infrastructure. Industrial Context
Robdescribed 30 years in industrial software supporting power, utilities, manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, refining, and other critical infrastructure. AVEVAspans design and engineering through production operations, includingOSIsoft PI System,Wonderware,E3D, and simulation tools.
AI Applications
AVEVA Connectconsolidates data from PLCs, DCS, RTUs, and other industrial sources so AI can analyze information in context. Data quality remains essential because inaccurate recommendations could affect plant safety, product quality, or operations. AI is being used to support pipe and cable layout design, provide operators and maintenance staff with guidance, and enable digital-twin analysis.
Open Questions
How quickly will industrial AI move from human-supervised recommendations to direct control within safe operating limits? How will organizations manage evolving AI models, protocols, legacy systems, and workforce adaptation while preserving human judgment?
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