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Harvard Business Review
29-05-2025
- Business
- Harvard Business Review
AI-Enabled Digital Twins
Download the report The health care landscape is undergoing a seismic shift fueled by technological advancements, empowered patients, and a burgeoning demand for accessible, personalized care. To navigate this turbulent yet promising era, the industry is looking to new technologies such as digital twins that are powered by artificial intelligence (AI).
Yahoo
29-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Huawei Intelligent Operations Advances AI and Gen-AI in ICT
BARCELONA, Spain, May 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Operating telecommunications networks is getting more difficult. Networks are converging: fixed and mobile are often both required to provide a given service experience, whether it's an IoT use case or end-to-end network slicing. As networks become more software-driven, operating them requires different skills in maintenance, and assurance. Add to that complexity new technologies like enterprise-oriented APIs and agentic AI. These technologies can optimize network operations for granular service differentiation and prioritize business KPIs over simple uptime. With the right architecture and operational practices, networks can serve much more diverse use cases with a higher degree of reliability. Huawei Can Help Huawei Intelligent Operations works closely with its own network technology engineers as well as with industry standards bodies to guide the evolution of network services, and to ensure it supports all industry best practices. It works closely with the TM Forum, coordinating customer inputs and its own operational vision to create service-centric operational metrics. Thus, Huawei is expanding the boundaries of AI in telecoms operations, devoting intensive research into digital twins and telecoms-specific foundation models. Additionally, it feeds its substantial experience running telecoms networks back into its own operational best practices. Key examples: In the Asia-Pacific region, Huawei collaborated with a carrier to analyze the service impact of faulty sites. The work made use of Huawei's Expected Demand Not Served algorithm, which identifies service usage that is lower than usual, identifies faults that may be leading to depressed usage, and prioritizes fixes to return the network to its designed functionality. This has reduced traffic loss by 15% for this carrier. In the Middle East, Huawei Intelligent Operations significantly improved topology accuracy for an FTTx network, using delay-tolerant network architecture to reduce invalid work orders by 60%, and ultimately, led to a 10% decline in customer complaints. In Europe, Huawei used Gen-AI to improve MTTR by 25%. Huawei's work with the carrier on role-based copilots for field maintenance personnel and multi-agent collaboration to provide comprehensive treatment of complex scenarios. "Huawei Intelligent Operations believes not only in helping its CSP partners conquer its existing operational challenges, but in helping them harness the latest technology to drive new business benefits across the company" – Kevin Ye, President, Intelligent Operation Domain, Huawei Gen-AI Applications and Challenges The dramatic rise of generative AI has led to two basic operational models: copilots and agents. Copilots help a human employee for coding, configuring systems, or managing a stream of service quality data and trouble tickets. Agents are more devoted to a specific set of tasks or operational concerns, and can operate independently under the supervision of a human employee. In order to use Gen-AI, these tools must address the following concerns: Hallucinations. Gen-AI can generally produce wrong information. Therefore, model training, retrieval-augmented generation, verification from other systems, and other guardrails are all required to minimize incorrect data and actions. High cost. Gen-AI can become expensive. CSPs need an AI version of finops that minimizes the cost while still reaping the benefits of this new technology. For example, services partners can determine the lowest version of an LLM that still produces the desired output, and systems can be designed to minimize token usage. Integration with existing systems. Agentic AI is already demonstrating that a Gen-AI interface couple with a digital twin of the network can produce powerful automation. Integrating data sources and BSS/OSS systems is complex work, however. Data transformation and management. Building that digital twin requires breaking down data siloes, cleaning and normalizing bad data, and bringing together disparate data formats and sources in a single repository. This requires experience and strong professional services. Training. Without training from a domain expert, LLMs can't understand CSP's documentation, trouble tickets, operational processes etc. Huawei Intelligent Operations can help. DeepSeek: The Next Generation of Gen-AI The January 2025 introduction of DeepSeek proved that Gen-AI could provide all of its current capabilities with a much more efficient model. Huawei's research indicates that DeepSeek provides advantages such as domain knowledge construction and application, code generation, data analysis, and intelligent ticket processing have direct application to CSP operations. Huawei is at the forefront of applying these new models to telecoms infrastructure. Huawei's Vision for ICT Operations Huawei believes that ICT technology will continue to play an important role in driving the digital economy, with new technologies acting as intelligent accelerators. Reliable network operations and intelligent operations will continue to grow in importance. Huawei continues to invest heavily in R&D to support these advancements, and will continue to accelerate the transformation toward intelligent operation. Recently, Huawei has collaborated with TM Forum and leading carriers to release annual versions of the New-Generation Intelligent Operations White Paper 3.0. which provides valuable insights into the latest business practices and applications of new technologies. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE HUAWEI Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Globe and Mail
26-05-2025
- Business
- Globe and Mail
KPMG in Canada acquires LlamaZOO Interactive, bolstering its digital twin capabilities
Acquisition positions KPMG to support Canadian and global organizations with AI-powered digital twins for scenario planning and intelligent decision-making. VANCOUVER, B.C. , May 26, 2025 /CNW/ - KPMG in Canada acquired the assets and technologies of LlamaZOO Interactive, bolstering the firm's digital twin capabilities by empowering organizations with AI-enabled spatial business intelligence systems and digital mapping decision-making tools. With over a decade of expertise in Spatial Business Intelligence (SBI), LlamaZOO uses a proprietary technology platform and family of software products to empower organizations to make high-quality decisions faster by facilitating contextual experiences with large and complex data sets within 2D and 3D digital twins. Digital twins accurately reflect physical objects, enabling companies to harness real-time data from various sources. By simulating real-world scenarios through machine learning and artificial intelligence, the technology facilitates enhanced operational efficiency and productivity with an intuitive user interface. The integration of an AI-driven layer supports robust scenario planning and enhanced decision-making processes. "The addition of LlamaZOO's technology and expertise allows KPMG to combine its artificial intelligence discipline with real-time 2D and 3D digital twin technologies. This positions KPMG to support Canadian and global organizations with immersive tools that enable intelligent decision-making, scenario planning and analysis," says Matt Grant , Director of Digital Twins and Spatial Computing at KPMG in Canada . "Amid ongoing economic uncertainty and global trade disruptions, scenario planning is more critical than ever for Canadian organizations. Digital twin technology can help create strategies for all types of scenarios by using data to assess various outcomes and support better, faster and more informed decisions, which ultimately leads to higher productivity and lower costs," he adds. Mr. Grant will lead the firm's newly enhanced Digital Twin Centre of Excellence (CoE). The Centre will support the development and deployment of digital twin and spatial business intelligence systems for KPMG clients across Canada – with a focus on industries vital to Canada's productivity and energy, infrastructure and trade future – and globally. Charles Lavigne , LlamaZOO's co-founder who joined KPMG says KPMG's experience in digital twins, artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies complements LlamaZOO's expertise, and the acquisition will benefit Canadian and global organizations by providing them with new tools and insights to make more informed business decisions. "With this acquisition, KPMG's and LlamaZOO's shared vision of making Canadian and global organizations more agile, innovative and productive takes a major leap forward. We look forward to building new possibilities together," Mr. Lavigne says. Marc Low , Director of Innovation and Emerging Technology at KPMG Ignition Vancouver, and the firm's AI Client & Market Development Leader for British Columbia , says that the acquisition, together with KPMG's recently announced Agentic AI Engine is a major step in advancing intelligent business systems. "Digital twins are becoming the data and digital platforms for agentic AI to develop and thrive – environments where real-world data, spatial intelligence and AI combine to train, test and deploy systems with increasing autonomy. By integrating LlamaZOO's platform into KPMG in Canada's Agentic AI Engine, we are helping Canadian and global organizations build operational resilience and unlock new opportunities in scenario planning, simulation and decision intelligence," Mr. Low says. Ian Wilshaw , a partner in KPMG's Deal Advisory practice and Advisory Business Unit leader in the GVA, says, "In addition to acquiring LlamaZOO's cutting-edge technology, we're investing in a team with a strong track record of innovation. With access to KPMG's national platform and global reach, the LlamaZOO team will be better positioned to innovate and scale in Canada and help more Canadian organizations compete with confidence. We're excited to work together and help grow Canada's vibrant tech ecosystem," Mr. Wilshaw adds. LlamaZOO's team of seven, including co-founders Charles Lavigne and Kevin Oke joined KPMG's Ignition hub for innovation and advanced technologies and will operate out of KPMG's Victoria office. KPMG in Canada will showcase LlamaZOO's spatial business intelligence technology at Web Summit Vancouver on May 27-30 at Booth E147. About KPMG in Canada KPMG LLP, a limited liability partnership, is a full-service Audit, Tax and Advisory firm owned and operated by Canadians. For over 150 years, our professionals have provided consulting, accounting, auditing, and tax services to Canadians, inspiring confidence, empowering change, and driving innovation. Guided by our core values of Integrity, Excellence, Courage, Together, For Better, KPMG employs more than 10,000 people in over 40 locations across Canada , serving private- and public-sector clients. KPMG is consistently ranked one of Canada's top employers and one of the best places to work in the country. The firm is established under the laws of Ontario and is a member of KPMG's global organization of independent member firms affiliated with KPMG International, a private English company limited by guarantee. Each KPMG firm is a legally distinct and separate entity and describes itself as such. For more information, see For media inquiries: Alannah Page National Communications and Media Relations KPMG in Canada (306) 934-6255 alannahpage@ Roula Meditskos National Communications and Media Relations KPMG in Canada 416-549-7982 rmeditskos@ SOURCE KPMG LLP
Yahoo
26-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
KPMG in Canada acquires LlamaZOO Interactive, bolstering its digital twin capabilities
Acquisition positions KPMG to support Canadian and global organizations with AI-powered digital twins for scenario planning and intelligent decision-making. VANCOUVER, B.C., May 26, 2025 /CNW/ - KPMG in Canada acquired the assets and technologies of LlamaZOO Interactive, bolstering the firm's digital twin capabilities by empowering organizations with AI-enabled spatial business intelligence systems and digital mapping decision-making tools. With over a decade of expertise in Spatial Business Intelligence (SBI), LlamaZOO uses a proprietary technology platform and family of software products to empower organizations to make high-quality decisions faster by facilitating contextual experiences with large and complex data sets within 2D and 3D digital twins. Digital twins accurately reflect physical objects, enabling companies to harness real-time data from various sources. By simulating real-world scenarios through machine learning and artificial intelligence, the technology facilitates enhanced operational efficiency and productivity with an intuitive user interface. The integration of an AI-driven layer supports robust scenario planning and enhanced decision-making processes. "The addition of LlamaZOO's technology and expertise allows KPMG to combine its artificial intelligence discipline with real-time 2D and 3D digital twin technologies. This positions KPMG to support Canadian and global organizations with immersive tools that enable intelligent decision-making, scenario planning and analysis," says Matt Grant, Director of Digital Twins and Spatial Computing at KPMG in Canada. "Amid ongoing economic uncertainty and global trade disruptions, scenario planning is more critical than ever for Canadian organizations. Digital twin technology can help create strategies for all types of scenarios by using data to assess various outcomes and support better, faster and more informed decisions, which ultimately leads to higher productivity and lower costs," he adds. Mr. Grant will lead the firm's newly enhanced Digital Twin Centre of Excellence (CoE). The Centre will support the development and deployment of digital twin and spatial business intelligence systems for KPMG clients across Canada – with a focus on industries vital to Canada's productivity and energy, infrastructure and trade future – and globally. Charles Lavigne, LlamaZOO's co-founder who joined KPMG says KPMG's experience in digital twins, artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies complements LlamaZOO's expertise, and the acquisition will benefit Canadian and global organizations by providing them with new tools and insights to make more informed business decisions. "With this acquisition, KPMG's and LlamaZOO's shared vision of making Canadian and global organizations more agile, innovative and productive takes a major leap forward. We look forward to building new possibilities together," Mr. Lavigne says. Marc Low, Director of Innovation and Emerging Technology at KPMG Ignition Vancouver, and the firm's AI Client & Market Development Leader for British Columbia, says that the acquisition, together with KPMG's recently announced Agentic AI Engine is a major step in advancing intelligent business systems. "Digital twins are becoming the data and digital platforms for agentic AI to develop and thrive – environments where real-world data, spatial intelligence and AI combine to train, test and deploy systems with increasing autonomy. By integrating LlamaZOO's platform into KPMG in Canada's Agentic AI Engine, we are helping Canadian and global organizations build operational resilience and unlock new opportunities in scenario planning, simulation and decision intelligence," Mr. Low says. Ian Wilshaw, a partner in KPMG's Deal Advisory practice and Advisory Business Unit leader in the GVA, says, "In addition to acquiring LlamaZOO's cutting-edge technology, we're investing in a team with a strong track record of innovation. With access to KPMG's national platform and global reach, the LlamaZOO team will be better positioned to innovate and scale in Canada and help more Canadian organizations compete with confidence. We're excited to work together and help grow Canada's vibrant tech ecosystem," Mr. Wilshaw adds. LlamaZOO's team of seven, including co-founders Charles Lavigne and Kevin Oke joined KPMG's Ignition hub for innovation and advanced technologies and will operate out of KPMG's Victoria office. KPMG in Canada will showcase LlamaZOO's spatial business intelligence technology at Web Summit Vancouver on May 27-30 at Booth E147. About KPMG in Canada KPMG LLP, a limited liability partnership, is a full-service Audit, Tax and Advisory firm owned and operated by Canadians. For over 150 years, our professionals have provided consulting, accounting, auditing, and tax services to Canadians, inspiring confidence, empowering change, and driving innovation. Guided by our core values of Integrity, Excellence, Courage, Together, For Better, KPMG employs more than 10,000 people in over 40 locations across Canada, serving private- and public-sector clients. KPMG is consistently ranked one of Canada's top employers and one of the best places to work in the country. The firm is established under the laws of Ontario and is a member of KPMG's global organization of independent member firms affiliated with KPMG International, a private English company limited by guarantee. Each KPMG firm is a legally distinct and separate entity and describes itself as such. For more information, see For media inquiries: Alannah PageNational Communications and Media RelationsKPMG in Canada(306) 934-6255alannahpage@ Roula MeditskosNational Communications and Media RelationsKPMG in Canada416-549-7982rmeditskos@ SOURCE KPMG LLP View original content to download multimedia: Sign in to access your portfolio
Forbes
20-05-2025
- Business
- Forbes
The Invisible Technology Behind The World's Most Ambitious Construction Projects
When a leading Hong-Kong based engineering and construction firm starts projects, they often create 3D digital models first—digital twins that help prevent dangerous and costly disruptions during construction. Digital twins are virtual replicas that do more than their modest name suggests. By creating 3D models of real-world assets—such as supply chains, major transit networks, or busy airports—companies can spot problems before they happen. This technology allows decision-makers to visualize complex systems, test scenarios virtually, and make smarter decisions faster. For business leaders, it means turning previously invisible challenges into visible, solvable opportunities. The Hong Kong firm builds structures like giant puzzles, creating each piece at a factory before assembly on-site. To ensure success, they use digital twins that simulate the entire construction process. These models show how building components fit together and interact with the surrounding environment. By connecting these virtual models to live video feeds, managers can monitor production in real-time while improving on-site safety and efficiency. At the heart of this technology is a geographic information system, or GIS, that anchors all data to precise locations. This geospatial digital twin allows the system to process real-time updates like traffic and weather that could impact construction. It also creates risk-free, virtual space where planners can test ideas before implementing them in the real world. The firm's leaders prize the geospatial digital twin as a central interface for planning, design, operations, and management. 'It's about the full life cycle of the building development,' said the firm's head of innovation. Banking the Benefits of a Digital Twin The Hong Kong firm continues to find innovative applications for their geospatial digital twins. Managers use these virtual models to precisely measure worksite dimensions, helping them select right-sized equipment and optimize rental periods. GIS-powered sensors detect when workers and machinery come too close, preventing potential accidents. Executives can also review construction progress through detailed visual timelines. Regulatory agencies benefit too. Digital twins provide verifiable records of construction milestones, improving accountability. This explains why governments worldwide are increasingly mandating digital twin technology to enhance safety and project transparency. As a project evolves, a digital twin also reflects money spent and resources used. The Disappearing Line Between Digital and Physical Digital twins now create such realistic previews that the line between the virtual world and the real world is disappearing. The architecture, engineering, and construction community can experience and refine buildings before breaking ground. In a new subway project in Brisbane, Australia, all contractors followed unified modeling standards to build an interactive virtual environment. City officials and business leaders could 'walk through' stations before construction began. This immersive preview helped planners visualize how stations would manage rush-hour crowds and address potential bottlenecks. Powered by geospatial digital twins, these virtual environments offer a unique advantage: realistic experiences without permanent consequences. While we can't pause the physical world to test different scenarios, geospatial digital twins provide exactly this capability for construction projects. They create a safe space to experiment, allowing teams to answer evolving questions with real-world data and ultimately build better solutions for both today's needs and tomorrow's possibilities. To learn more about how geospatial digital twins give planners the technological edge for construction in a rapidly changing world, visit
