Shaping Tomorrow: Digitalization and Artificial Intelligence in Industry and Operations

Just as steam power fuelled the first Industrial Revolution, electricity the second, and information technology the third, we are now living a period that might signal the transition from the fourth to the fifth Industrial Revolution, marked by mass usage of sophisticated data models, machine learning, AI, advanced robotics, blockchain technology, among others.

This new phase isn't exclusively tied to the advance of machinery and automation: it's about redefining the very fabric of our society, economy and everyday life. Different studies claim that AI and digital innovations are already revolutionizing diverse sectors, including, naturally, the industry.

This report aims to illustrate how some of Portugal's leading companies are addressing this issue within the areas of the industrial and operational sector. Specifically, we seek to understand what steps are being taken and how these companies are defining and implementing a vision to capture the value of this new revolution. Throughout this report, we address the impact that digitalisation and AI are already having on three major dimensions: 1) industrial operations and processes; 2) innovation; 3) people.

We invited companies from different segments to share their experiences and to explore how they are already reaping the results of implementing digital and AI tools and practices. 

We would like to give special thanks to the guests who have contributed with a valuable set of ideas and perspectives.

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A multidisciplinary team with extensive knowledge of Executive Search, Organisational Consulting and Human Resources, with over 25 years of experience operating in the market.

We have in-depth local and global knowledge of the various business sectors in which our clients operate, developing solutions tailored to the context of each business, with an impact on results and people.