AI and the future

Can you imagine that soon a robot will take over your entire household for you? Now you might think that ‘soon’ will certainly take at least another 10 years. But it might not be that long before someone who is not human does the washing up or empties the dishwasher for you. Although that's not entirely true. Robots may look human, but they will be capable of much more than just working according to human specifications. They will be able to learn and act independently.

This was one of the technologies that amazed me at the Big Bang AI Festival in Berlin two weeks ago. But of course, given the developments in recent years, it doesn't come as a complete surprise to me. What did surprise me, however, was the time frame. In some Asian countries, robots are expected to be found in some households by the end of this year or early next year. With systemic price gradations, most households should be able to purchase such a robot.

Furthermore, interactive AIs that feel like real conversation partners are already commonplace but will likely play an even greater role in the future. Starting with chatbots today, in the future they will understand not only language but also tone of voice, facial expressions and context. This will result in natural conversations that can be used, for example, by virtual assistants and in therapy.

The hyper-personalised era

Personalisation has become increasingly important in recent years, and much effort is being put into tailoring products and services to individuals. This is also the case with the latest technologies.

One technology that was presented has stuck in my mind the most. It fascinated me and is supported by AI: a vehicle that adapts to your needs. If you are tired when you get in (e.g. because you have a lot of appointments in your calendar), you will find a bed in the car where you can rest. If you are hungry, you will find a table where you can eat. Most people are already aware that they no longer have to drive the car themselves, and this is already more widespread in some countries today. In Germany, this will probably happen in the next 20 years... Joking aside. Other examples where personalisation will take place and help are personalised data in medicine, which can be used to detect diseases earlier. In addition, sustainability can be promoted through AI, as intelligent power grids, for example, can balance consumption and supply in real time, thereby reducing fossil fuel consumption.

Jobs at risk?

Of course, there were also discussions at the event about what the job market will look like in the near future and how many jobs could be replaced by AI. And one thing is clear: there will be changes. AI will change many jobs, but it will probably not be able to replace them completely. AI can become a ‘colleague’ that takes on repetitive work. In my opinion, the motto for the future is to embrace change rather than fight it. The next few years will show which jobs will ultimately be at risk and what other changes there will be. It is important to remain curious and open to progress, even if the new and unknown can sometimes cause anxiety.

When I hear the words ‘unknown’ and ‘fears’, the issue of skilled labour shortages immediately comes to mind. Skilled labour shortages are already a widely recognised issue and will continue to play a role in the future. At tetys, we have already taken a step forward for companies facing a shortage of skilled workers and developed tetys planning flex. This service adapts flexibly to needs, automates important planning processes and optimises resource utilisation. This allows full control and transparency to be achieved without additional effort – ideal for companies that want to increase growth and efficiency in the long term. To be prepared for the future, we naturally also use the latest technologies. If you are interested in how and where we use AI and how we can take your production planning to the next level, please feel free to arrange a meeting with our sales team here.

Conclusion

When I left the Big Bang AI Festival, I didn't feel exhausted, but inspired and full of energy. The fear of the unknown that many associate with AI sparked my fascination. It is a time of change. The question is no longer whether we need to adapt to AI, but how we can shape it ethically and responsibly. We must ensure that this technology is not only in the hands of a few, but can be used for the benefit of all. The AI Festival was a great event that once again painted a picture of our future for me. Between fascination and respect, my curiosity was piqued and I am excited to see what adventures the next few years have in store for us.