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TT DATA unveiled its new Edge AI platform to accelerate IT , OT convergence by bringing AI processing to the edge . By processing data when and where it is generated and unifying diverse IoT devices , systems and data , this unique , fully managed solution enables real-time decisions , enhanced operational efficiencies and secure AI application deployment across industries to drive advanced Industry 4.0 technologies .

While the spotlight has been on GenAI and Large Language Models , LLMs , these technologies are impractical for industries requiring real-time and local decision-making . NTT DATA ’ s Edge AI solution addresses this challenge by processing massive data sets on compact computing platforms , using smaller , more efficient machine learning models to deliver real-time AI insights .

NTT DATA ’ s Edge AI is an all-inclusive managed service platform that includes all the systems , tools and capabilities required for AI at the edge . It addresses data discovery , collection , integration , computation power , seamless connectivity and AI model management .

The Edge AI platform , supported by NTT DATA ’ s consulting data scientists , managed services and global technical resources , addresses the shadow IoT challenge and AI infrastructure requirements . It does this by auto-discovering , unifying and processing data from IoT devices and IT assets across the organisation , simplifying AI deployment and management .

Designed to support industry-specific requirements , the Edge AI platform leverages lighter , cost-effective AI models , enabling it to run within a small compute box . Edge AI will perform specific tasks , such as supporting safety or operational efficiency , by collecting data from disparate devices across a network environment , enabling instantaneous and secure data processing and analytics .

Manufacturing operations could benefit from improved predictive maintenance by accessing IT , OT data from sensors , machinery , cameras and applications to plan and address failures . In addition , NTT DATA ’ s Edge AI can monitor and optimise energy consumption in real time , predicting energy spikes and optimising machine usage , reducing costs and CO 2 emissions with renewable energy .

“ Our Edge AI platform represents a significant leap forward in driving AI at the edge securely and cost-effectively ,” said Shahid Ahmed , Group Executive Vice President of Edge Services at NTT DATA .

NTT DATA is poised to capture significant market share through its dedicated IoT consulting and services business , which brings together 1,000 industry experts , hundreds of use cases from predictive maintenance , fleet management , connected factories , energy consumption monitoring and sustainability , and has already trained over 500 sales experts globally to accelerate its Edge AI go-to-market efforts .

NTT DATA ’ s Edge AI deployment approach allows clients to take advantage of a free 30-day discovery and diagnostic of their IT and OT environment . The software auto-discovers assets with its vast library of pre-built OT interfaces . After this initial stage , Edge AI software generates a comprehensive diagnostic report inventorying assets and data streams , including identifying security risks and vulnerabilities . •

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