On Wednesday, 9 September, at 7 p.m., the UPC School will host a new Open Talent session dedicated to analysing the real impact of artificial intelligence on the industrial sector. AI is no longer just a technology of the future: it has become a key tool for improving process efficiency and strengthening business competitiveness.
In this round table, leading experts, industry professionals and alumni of our master's degree in Industry 4.0 will analyse how AI is being applied strategically and systematically to optimise operations, reduce costs, improve decision-making and achieve higher levels of productivity.
The speakers
The session will bring together professionals with complementary perspectives on industrial digital transformation, ranging from consultancy and business strategy to research, technological innovation and operations management.
- Xavier Pujol, founder and CEO of Reibus Reinventing Business
He holds a PhD in Industrial Engineering from the Polytechnic University of Timișoara, an MBA from IMD in Lausanne and is a Lean Sensei certified by the Yamada Institute in Nagoya. With 38 years of experience at multinational companies such as Philips, Sony, Continental and Volkswagen, he currently supports companies in operational excellence projects. He will contribute a consultancy perspective and examine how AI can be integrated into digital transformation processes.
- Júlia López Closa, researcher at the Barcelona Supercomputing Center - National Supercomputing Center (BSC-CNS)
An industrial electronics, automation and mechanical engineer, she currently works in the field of artificial intelligence as part of the BSC-CNS Single and Multi-Agents Research Team. Her research focuses on the application of reinforcement learning techniques in fields such as quantum computing and robotics.
- Josep Maria Casellas, Operations Director at Duscholux Spain
An industrial engineer from the UPC with extensive experience in production and operations management in international environments. At Duscholux Spain, he promotes operational excellence and innovation initiatives. He will provide an industrial management perspective, showing how technological innovation can be combined with Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement.
The round table will be moderated by Pau Fonseca and Xavier Pi, academic directors of the UPC School master's degree in Industry 4.0: Digitalisation and Applied AI.
This Open Talent session will allow us to explore different perspectives on the role of artificial intelligence in industry and reflect on how companies can move towards more efficient, intelligent and competitive models.
The event is open to everyone and free of charge. To attend, please confirm your attendance using the "I WANT TO ATTEND" form below. Places are limited.
The event is open to everyone and free of charge. To attend, please confirm your attendance using the "I WANT TO ATTEND" form below. Places are limited.
