Panel 4 brought together AI and digital twin leaders to explore the challenges and opportunities of scaling agentic and generative AI across complex industrial ecosystems. Moderated by Apurva Bedagkar-Gala, PhD, Senior AI Solutions Researcher at Shell, the discussion addressed how organisations are moving from experimentation to enterprise-grade implementation—while maintaining focus on safety, ethics, and long-term value.
The panel examined the role of AI in enhancing safety and compliance, with particular emphasis on autonomous maintenance and operational assurance. Speakers also tackled the governance of the AI lifecycle, spotlighting ethical frameworks and digital twin integrity as key to sustainable deployment.
From intelligent supply chain forecasting to knowledge management and workforce upskilling, the conversation demonstrated how generative AI is being leveraged to improve decision-making, resilience, and agility. Despite legacy infrastructure and cultural hurdles, panelists shared a spirit of optimism—highlighting that cross-functional collaboration and governance will be essential to embedding AI as a core driver of transformation in energy and beyond.
Speakers
- Bjarki Gudmundsson, Digital Manager, CDO, Shell
- Nikhil Khurana, VP Enterprise Sales and Pre Sales, Baker Hughes
- Rao Vankamamidi, VP, Process Industry, Europe, L & T Technology Services
- Tarun Dhall, Lead, Digital Offerings, Compressions Business, Siemens Energy
Moderator
- Bhoanae Tayali, Manager, Baringa
