AI case study

Instant product proposals

by
ITOCHU Corporation
Context

ITOCHU transformed its FOODATA dashboard by integrating Azure OpenAI Service and Azure AI Studio, powered by Microsoft Fabric for data aggregation and cleansing, to automatically generate evidence-based product proposals. They implemented a dedicated proof-of-concept through a cross-company task force and a partnership with Headwaters, assembling SQL-driven data and leveraging retrieval-augmented generation for comprehensive analysis. This integration streamlines product planning by reducing manual data analysis and drafting, enabling managers to quickly evaluate multiple proposal drafts.

Results
Results not reported in the source
Region
Asia
Published
July 26, 2024
Agent type
Employee Agents
AI provider
Microsoft
ICE score
448
The ICE framework in this database provides a quick way to assess the feasibility and potential impact of AI use cases, with higher scores signaling more actionable opportunities.
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Impact: Potential benefits to the business.

‍Confidence: Likelihood of achieving expected results.

‍Ease: Simplicity of implementation in terms of resources and time.

‍ICE Score: Calculated by multiplying the component scores.

Note:
Each score is AI-generated based on available data and should be viewed merely as a general guideline for deeper exploration of the use cases.
Impact
8
Confidence
7
Ease
8

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Dow

Manufacturing & Construction
Use case
Accurate shipping invoicing
Context

Dow implemented Microsoft 365 Copilot to empower teams with AI-driven insights and automate freight invoice analysis. They deployed two supply chain agents – a prompt-and-response agent for real-time invoice review and an autonomous agent via Copilot Studio to process PDF invoices automatically, integrating these into logistics operations to optimize billing and cost management. This solution streamlined workflows and improved process accuracy across departments.

Eaton

Manufacturing & Construction
Use case
Faster SOP creation
Context

Eaton, a global power management company, adopted Microsoft 365 Copilot to automate the creation of 1,000 standard operating procedures (SOPs) and improve data access across teams. Copilot helps teams work more efficiently, focus on strategic tasks, and facilitate smooth onboarding.

Models/tools

ABB Group

Manufacturing & Construction
Data Agents
Quick win
Use case
Easier insight extraction
Context

Integrated generative AI into ABB Ability Genix to power Genix Copilot, enabling natural language queries for real‑time industrial data insights.

Models/tools
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295

companies using

Employee Agents

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Use case
Building learning tools and making content
Context

Super Teacher integrated Anthropic's Claude to generate initial code for interactive educational tools and draft lesson plans for subjects ranging from pre-K to 5th grade. They embedded the AI into both software development and content creation workflows with mandatory human review to ensure safety and quality standards. This integration streamlined operational processes, enabling engineering and content teams to focus on higher-level development and creative enhancements.

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1
Use case
Fast registration & safety
Context

704 Apps implemented an AI solution using Vertex AI and Gemini 1.5 Pro to automate and accelerate driver identity verification and safety monitoring. They integrated these AI models into their existing cloud infrastructure built on Firebase and Google Kubernetes Engine, centralizing real-time data for document validation and audio sentiment analysis. The system alerts the central monitoring team when risk-related language is detected, streamlining operational decision-making and enhancing security.

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2
Use case
Efficient data handling
Context

LY Corporation leveraged OpenAI’s API to integrate advanced generative AI into its flagship services, including a GPT‑4o-powered LINE AI Assistant and GPT‑4 enhancements in Yahoo! JAPAN Search for summarizing reviews and generating travel plans. They also deployed SeekAI, an in-house productivity tool using RAG to rapidly retrieve information from internal documentation, streamlining employee inquiries and operations.

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2
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solutions powered by

Microsoft

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Use case
Multilingual reading difficulties
Context

The school deployed Microsoft Reading Progress and Microsoft Immersive Reader, two AI-powered apps integrated within Microsoft Teams, to support individualized learning. The tools record reading sessions, provide real-time feedback on pronunciation and errors, and translate texts to enable comprehension across multiple languages. This setup streamlines classroom instruction, personalizes student learning, and reduces teacher workload.

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2
Use case
Faster customer issue resolution
Context

Vodafone uses Azure OpenAI Service, Azure AI Foundry, Microsoft Copilot, and Azure AI Search to enhance their virtual assistant TOBi and develop SuperAgent to assist customer service agents. TOBi uses conversational AI to handle customer inquiries, while SuperAgent helps agents solve complex problems faster.

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4
Use case
Faster oncology data extraction
Context

Ontada leveraged Microsoft’s Azure OpenAI Service Batch API and Azure AI Foundry to build its ON.Genuity platform, which processes 150 million unstructured oncology documents to automatically extract nearly 100 critical data elements across 39 cancer types. They integrated the new platform with their structured iKnowMed system using Azure Databricks for data ingestion and Azure Document Intelligence for text extraction, transforming manual chart review processes into an automated workflow that supports clinical decision-making and life science product development.

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4
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59

AI use cases in

Asia

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Use case
Efficient data handling
Context

LY Corporation leveraged OpenAI’s API to integrate advanced generative AI into its flagship services, including a GPT‑4o-powered LINE AI Assistant and GPT‑4 enhancements in Yahoo! JAPAN Search for summarizing reviews and generating travel plans. They also deployed SeekAI, an in-house productivity tool using RAG to rapidly retrieve information from internal documentation, streamlining employee inquiries and operations.

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2
Use case
AI integration on mobile
Context

OPPO integrated Google Cloud’s Vertex AI, AutoML, and Gemini large language model into its mobile devices to automate user feedback analysis, power AI Recording Summary features, and enable AI Toolbox functionalities such as AI Writer and AI Reply. They re-engineered their hardware platform, operating system, and third-party ecosystem to embed AI agents that optimize power consumption and reduce computing latency, streamlining mobile development workflows and enhancing user experience.

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4
Use case
Rapid, culturally-aware support
Context

SK Telecom integrated Anthropic's Claude on the Amazon Bedrock platform to power both in-call assist and post-call processing solutions. They implemented a custom in-house RAG model combined with real-time document search and automated summarization, classification, and sentiment analysis to augment call center operations and support culturally nuanced customer interactions.

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