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“ What makes AI relevant now is the convergence of technology; the so-called IT trifecta of processing power, cloud, and 5G, combined with big data, advanced algorithms, and critically, domain expertise in industrial contexts. Together, these elements make AI practical and powerful.“ Broadly, I see three areas of impact. First, making processes smarter: optimizing operations, closing the gap between planning and control, and driving efficiency. Second, getting more out of assets by enabling predictive maintenance so they can produce more, last longer, and even serve more diverse purposes than originally designed. Finally, there’ s the impact on people. With thousands of critical industrial roles unfilled in the UK, AI can be a true enabler, allowing someone with two years’ experience to perform like a 20-year veteran, thereby empowering the connected worker of the future.”
The UK is firmly positioning itself as a European hub for technology and digital investment. Progressive policies on AI and industrial funding are creating the right environment. When government and industry move at speed together, it drives innovation, attracts investment, and powers growth.
“ Sustainability and the energy transition are central to Honeywell’ s work,” Anant elaborates,“ and one of the most powerful approaches is repurposing legacy industrial sites into hubs for alternative fuels and green energy. Grangemouth is a strong example. If you already have the land, infrastructure, and skilled workforce in place, then by bringing in the right technologies and capital investment, you can transform a traditional facility into a driver of the future economy.
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