How can artificial intelligence (AI) provide tangible benefits in the day-to-day operations of industrial companies? One answer comes from an innovative pilot project initiated through the Plastics Initiative Bonn/Rhein-Sieg. Two students from the Bonn-Rhein-Sieg University of Applied Sciences developed an AI tool in collaboration with LEMO Maschinenbau that automates administrative tasks—practically, securely, and with a future-oriented approach.
The project began at a networking event hosted by the Plastics Initiative, where the students reached out to the network in search of an industry partner. LEMO, an engaged company within the initiative’s network, stepped up with specific challenges related to documentation requirements. Together, they developed an intelligent solution that simplifies the management of operating instructions—one example of many time-consuming processes that are typically handled manually.
"Small and medium-sized enterprises in particular face the challenge of fulfilling administrative duties efficiently and in compliance with legal requirements. That’s exactly where our tool comes in," explain the students Carsten Neußer and Benedikt Huth. "Our goal was to create a tool that is easy to use and truly simplifies daily work."
The results are impressive. The AI-based system recognizes, structures, categorizes, and processes existing data—without accessing any sensitive personal information. The prototype is already in use at LEMO in a specific application area and has the potential for use in other companies as well.
"We’re pleased that the Plastics Initiative was able to act as a bridge between academia and industry in this case. Collaborations like this show how innovation can be developed in a practical context—and how AI becomes tangible and accessible for SMEs," say the representatives of the Plastics Initiative Bonn/Rhein-Sieg.
The initiative remains open to future projects and sees itself as a catalyst for exchange, collaboration, and innovation—with the goal of positioning industry as a forward-looking partner for the region.
More about the project: http://bit.ly/469odwG
