Göteborg AI Day 2024: AI Conversations in Manufacturing

At Ingka group, Garima leads global teams of architecture (data & tech), engineering services and platform engineering teams. A tech passionate by heart and value-driven executive technical leader, who has a proven record in driving successful digital transformation, enterprise data transformation and creating digital products, across diverse industries (Retail, automotive, industrial etc). A leader with extensive experience in tech (Data/AI, Cloud, IOT/connectivity), and well-known international tech speaker. She is co-author of several ISO standards and recipient of several data and leadership awards in Nordics.

Rajiv Puri is a Vice President at Infosys' Manufacturing unit. He leads industry strategy, solutions and AI offerings. Rajiv has worked in the manufacturing industry through his career. He has played roles such as production manager, supply chain manager, business consultant, industry solution leader and client partner. He has authored several thought papers in areas like warranty management, quality management, cobotics and AI in manufacturing. He has participated Sweden's Luleå university's initiaitve - Digital Innovation of Business Models. He is also an active participant in World Economic Forum's Advanced Manufacturing and Value Chains initiative as well as Aerospace Industries Association's AI initiative.

Michael is with in-tech since 2015. In-tech is a global engineering company with 2,300 employees across 8 countries. The company is at the forefront of shaping the future of mobility, focusing on key megatrends like autonomous driving, software-defined vehicles, battery electric driving, and innovative solutions in the rail sector and smart industry. Michael, a doctorate in computer science based in Munich, Germany, is dedicated to delivering value to customers by providing comprehensive solutions and consulting throughout the whole development cycle. He drives the seamless integration of electric/electronic systems and software, guaranteeing premium products that meet the highest standards of security, safety and quality.

1995-2000: Research Assistant and Doctorate in AI - Technical University of Munich
2000-today: Software Architect, Technology Evangelist and IT Strategist

Driving effective collaboration between humans and machines has defined Martin Weis's career. Since 2022, he has been a Managing Partner and the Country Head for Germany and Switzerland at Infosys Consulting. Additionally, he leads the global AI Experience Practice within the company. Previously, he held various leadership positions at McKinsey and EY. At EY, Martin Weis founded and led the Artificial Intelligence, Automation, and Analytics division for Europe, and at McKinsey, he established the Enterprise Platform Transformation Practice.

With more than 15 years of experience in AI and over 20 years in strategic planning and operational management consulting, Martin Weis brings a wealth of knowledge to leading large-scale transformation programs for multinational companies, particularly in the retail, healthcare, and life sciences sectors. His work is significantly influenced by themes such as customer centricity, cloud computing, and artificial intelligence. Leveraging his extensive expertise, Martin Weis has successfully supported over 50 international corporations in developing and implementing their technological transformation and automation strategies. He plays a pivotal role in advancing the technology agenda for corporate clients seeking to replace traditional business models with innovative, future-proof solutions.

Martin Weis holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from the College of San Mateo, USA, and a degree in Business Administration (Diplom-Kaufmann) from the Catholic University of Eichstätt-Ingolstadt.

Tushar has 20 years of experience in in advanced analytics, business consulting and technology. He has helped clients in several enterprise wide analytics initiatives in the areas of consumer analytics, marketing, forecasting, assortment planning, pricing, social media, web analytics, text analytics, finance, loyalty/rewards programs among others. He is currently leading the implementation of Gen AI solutions at several clients across Europe and the USA.

Sharad is the Vice President and Market Leader for Manufacturing segment in Europe at Infosys. In a career that spans over two decades, he has played an instrumental role in establishing the company’s presence in the manufacturing sector in Nordics and Benelux markets, which includes automotive, aerospace, discrete/industrial, and chemicals/resources. Leading with a consultative, problem-solving approach, his teams have been pivotal in building alliances and partnerships and a well-defined go-to-market strategy. Sharad and his team has helped clients set up best-in-class service operations leveraging people amplifiers and using technologies like Artificial Intelligence, Automation/Robotics, IoT/Industry 4.0, and DevOps/Agile.