AI case study

Secure citizen development

by
ZF Group
Context

ZF Group enabled secure citizen development by deploying Microsoft Power Platform across its global workforce with an enterprise-wide governance model to ensure security and quality. They segmented developers into Citizen Developers, Citizen Pros, and a Central Team and integrated an automated Spot Assessment via Power Apps along with a custom ticketing system to digitize processes such as shop floor management. They are also exploring the use of Copilot in Power Apps for natural language app creation to further accelerate development.

Results

More than 25,000 apps deployed, 37,000 unique active users, shop floor management app adopted by 140 plants with 5,000 workers, and forecasted fivefold benefit increase by end of 2024.

Results not reported in the source
Industry
Automotive
Region
Europe
Published
September 24, 2024
Agent type
Employee Agents
AI provider
Microsoft
Models/tools
Not disclosed
ICE score
648
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.

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
9
Confidence
9
Ease
8

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AI use cases in

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BMW Group

Automotive
Use case
Faster data delivery
Context

BMW Group implemented a cloud-based mobile data recorder (MDR) system by installing IoT devices in development cars to automatically capture and transmit extensive vehicular telemetry to Microsoft Azure. They built a comprehensive platform using Azure IoT Hub, Azure App Service, and Azure Kubernetes Service, and integrated Azure OpenAI Service with GPT-4o via Azure AI Foundry to create an MDR copilot that converts natural language queries into Kusto Query Language (KQL). This solution streamlined real-time data capture, analysis, and troubleshooting, accelerating vehicle prototyping and enhancing development quality.

Localiza

Automotive
Use case
Automate repetitive tasks
Context

Localiza, a leading mobility company in Latin America, implemented Microsoft 365 Copilot to automate processes and improve efficiency. By integrating AI into their workflows, they enhanced employee productivity, optimized repetitive manual tasks, and improved inclusivity. They conducted training and hackathons to help employees effectively use Copilot, resulting in significant productivity gains across the company.

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Toyota Motor Corporation

Automotive
Use case
Faster powertrain innovation
Context

Toyota deployed a system named O-Beya integrating nine specialized AI agents powered by GPT-4o to capture and consolidate decades of engineering expertise. The solution leverages Microsoft Azure OpenAI Service with API integration via Azure Functions and a vector search–enabled Cosmos DB to process design reports, regulatory data, and handwritten documents, streamlining powertrain design workflows and preserving expert knowledge amid retirements.

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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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153

AI use cases in

Europe

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Use case
Automated customer support
Context

Tidio integrated Anthropic’s Claude model to develop their Lyro AI agent, automating customer support interactions across both live chat and email channels. They implemented a network of specialized AI agents for conversation rating, summarization, and a dynamic routing system that selects the optimal API between native Anthropic API and Google Cloud Vertex AI based on performance metrics, streamlining support workflows and enabling personalized product recommendations.

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2
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
Personalized post-click landing
Context

Dataïads built an AI-powered “Post-Click Experience” system that automatically generates personalized landing pages by analyzing user context such as ad origin, product type, and behavior. The solution is implemented by integrating API access from Google Ads with Google Cloud managed services (Cloud Run and BigQuery) for automated scaling and controlled cost management, while planning to incorporate Vertex AI for further optimization. This implementation directly enhances ad campaign management and improves ecommerce conversion processes.

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