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Discover how Kraft Heinz leverages artificial intelligence and digital transformation to revolutionize manufacturing operations in this 32-minute conference session from Microsoft Ignite 2025. Learn about the company's comprehensive digital core strategy and Digital Twin implementation that delivers real-time recommendations to plant operators through Azure Arc and Microsoft Foundry technologies. Explore the partnership between Kraft Heinz and Microsoft that began in 2023, focusing on identifying automation opportunities across various business functions and discovering how digital twins can drive next-level manufacturing automation. Examine the digital twin maturity model and its evolution toward intelligent systems, including the introduction of autonomous handling capabilities in manufacturing environments. Understand the transition from manual to digital operations using Connected Worker solutions and Digital Twins, culminating in the digitization of 42 years of ketchup manufacturing expertise through Copilot integration. Gain actionable insights for scaling AI implementations across industrial environments, envisioning autonomous manufacturing futures, and advancing toward self-driven supply chain operations. Presented by Oliver Ganschar, Alkesh Ladva, and Patrick Nestor, this intermediate-level breakout session provides practical strategies for manufacturers looking to optimize operations through AI-enabled digital transformation initiatives.
