Nina Rasmussen, SVP and Head of Monitizer, moderated the event, creating an engaging environment for participants to exchange ideas.
Embrace AI-driven digitalization
Anders Wilhjelm, CEO of Norican Group, opened the event with a heartfelt message, emphasizing the company’s unwavering commitment to exceeding customer expectations. He reinforced the importance of innovation, continuous development, and tangible benefits for customers, inspiring the audience to embrace AI-driven digitalization as the future of the industry.
Participants included senior management from Norican’s leading companies—DISA, ItalPresseGauss, Monitizer, Simpson Technologies, StrikoWestofen, and Wheelabrator—alongside internationally renowned green sand and die-casting foundries from India, USA, Denmark, UK, Spain, Italy, and Germany.
Keynote speakers, including Dr. Markus Simon, Partner at Bain & Company, and Eduard Salles, CEO at Condals, shared transformative insights. Simon highlighted the urgent need for leaders to embrace long-term commitments, innovate across businesses, and combine growth with cost-saving strategies. He stressed that organizational trust in digital tools is essential for success, with the acceptance of governance, talent management, and communication being key to integration. Additionally, Simon noted the importance of building expertise through successful pilot programs and collaboration with experienced partners.
Real-world examples demonstrated by participants already using Norican’s Monitizer IoT and AI solutions illustrated the practical benefits of these tools. The discussions focused on the importance of C-suite commitment, vendor partnerships, and ensuring employee engagement to unlock the full potential of AI-driven tools.
In conclusion, the event highlighted that the time for digital transformation is now, with Norican paving the way for a more connected and sustainable future in the foundry industry.
