Exploring the AI-Infused Digital Twin: Bridging Intelligence and Real-Time Systems
Tandon Oberoi, Director, Energy & Resources, Baringa
Ben Smith, Director, AI & Solutions, Baringa
In this compelling thought leadership presentation, Tandon Oberoi and Ben Smith of Baringa redefined the future of digital twins in the age of AI. As the energy and infrastructure sectors face mounting complexity and disruption, the speakers made the case that now is the time to move beyond traditional, static models—and toward intelligent, agentic systems that respond to the real world in real time.
Baringa addressed some of the most pressing challenges holding organisations back: siloed OT/IT systems, monolithic digital infrastructures, and a lack of scalable design. They argued that to truly deliver value, digital twins must be modular, interoperable, and deeply embedded into operational workflows—guided by clearly defined use cases and a pragmatic approach to AI integration.
Drawing on real-world examples from the utility sector, the presentation highlighted how AI-infused digital twins can improve asset resilience, automate routine processes like work order creation, and enable decision-makers to act with greater speed, confidence, and clarity. Attendees were shown how agentic AI adds a new layer of intelligence—connecting systems, interpreting context, and triggering actions securely and autonomously.
The session concluded with a strong call to action: organisations must align technical, product, and leadership teams around a shared vision for scalable, user-led digital transformation. The future of digital twins lies not in technology alone—but in how intelligently and responsibly it is applied.
