Anatomy of a Microsoft Partner in the AI Era

Send us Fan MailHosted by Advisory Director Dave Horstein with Tom Galambos, President and Global CEO of Hitachi Solutions & Microsoft Global Alliance Executive for HitachiKey Discussion Points:Hitachi Solutions Wins Partner of the Year for Low Code!What does the new partnership between Microsoft and Hitachi Ltd mean for our customers?The establishment of a three-year agreement with Microsoft emphasizes deeper integration across Hitachi's broad ecosystem.The partnership aims at enhancing collaboration on solutions, especially revolving around operational technology (OT), information technology (IT), and Generative AI.Focus on Generative AI (Gen AI):Discussion on how Gen AI is central to the partnership and technology developments.Microsoft and Hitachi Solutions aim to infuse Gen AI into every aspect of technology and solutions provided.Emphasis on upskilling tens of thousands of individuals within Hitachi on Gen AI.Employee Upskilling and Efficiency:Process efficiencies and upskilling for employees were discussed, including the use of innovative tools for tasks like user testing, significantly reducing time and cost.Internal reflection and optimization using AI to deliver more value to customers.Future Direction:Vision to establish Hitachi Solutions as an AI-led company.Leveraging AI to radically improve value delivery both internally and for customers.Continued alignment with Microsoft and investment in industry-specific solutions.global.hitachi-solutions.com