This dynamic panel brought together leaders from bp, Siemens Energy, Shell, Sand Technologies, and Schneider Electric to explore how emerging technologies are reshaping the digital twin ecosystem. Moderated by Julie Thyne, Global Improvement Director at Dow Chemicals, the discussion focused on how AI, robotics, AR/VR, IoT, and cloud-edge solutions are accelerating the evolution of operational intelligence.
Panelists shared insights into how robotic process automation is improving cycle times and cutting costs, while wearables and immersive interfaces are enabling smarter, safer field operations. The conversation also delved into the adoption of scientific machine learning for production optimisation and how predictive maintenance is being embedded into IoT sensor networks.
Key takeaways included the critical role of cloud and edge computing in addressing data latency and accessibility challenges, and the need for scalable, interoperable infrastructure to realise the full potential of real-time digital twins. This session emphasised that emerging technologies are not just enhancements—they are becoming essential to building adaptive, data-driven industrial systems.
Speakers
- Martin R. Gonzalez, PhD, Innovation & Technology Principal, bp
- Tarun Dhall, Lead, Digital Offerings, Compression Business, Siemens Energy
- Jeff Ackerman, Business Development Director, Oil & Gas, Sand Technologies
- Matthias Boelke, VP Strategy, Industrial Automation & Chairman, Schneider Electric & IDTA
- Detlef Hohl, Chief Computational & Data Science, Shell
Moderator
- Julie Thyne, Global Improvement Director, Dow Chemicals
