Beyond Pilots: CIO Lessons from Real-World AI Deployments

Many industrial organizations have successfully launched AI pilots, but far fewer have scaled those initiatives into enterprise-wide solutions that deliver measurable business value.

In this panel, Chief Information Officers and senior technology leaders share candid lessons learned from deploying Industrial AI in real production environments. From integrating AI with legacy systems and operational technology to managing data governance, cybersecurity, and workforce adoption, panelists will discuss the practical challenges and breakthroughs that occur after the pilot phase.

Attendees will gain insights into how leading manufacturers are moving from experimentation to operational impact—scaling AI across plants, supply chains, and enterprise systems to drive efficiency, reliability, and competitive advantage.

Key Takeaways:

• What separates successful AI deployments from stalled pilot projects

• Strategies for integrating AI with existing IT and OT infrastructure

• How CIOs are building data foundations that support scalable AI

• Organizational and cultural changes required to operationalize AI

• Measuring ROI and long-term value from Industrial AI initiatives