- Emerson (EMR, Financial) introduces the Ovation™ AI-enabled Virtual Advisor, the first GenAI advisor for power and water industries.
- The AI system offers real-time operational insights and maintenance support through natural language interaction.
- Customizable with domain-specific data, the solution enhances operational decision-making with a focus on security and efficiency.
Emerson (EMR), a leader in industrial technology, has launched the Ovation™ AI-enabled Virtual Advisor, the first generative AI advisor integrated into automation systems specifically for the power and water industries. This innovative addition to the Ovation 4.0 Automation Platform delivers real-time insights, detects anomalies, forecasts maintenance issues, and supports strategic decision-making through natural language interaction.
Designed with a secure approach, the system uses local, pre-trained AI models based on Emerson's and customer-provided system information. This ensures safe operations while offering the flexibility to be customized with domain-specific data and operator feedback, enhancing operational and business decision-making processes.
Bob Yeager, president of Emerson's power and water solutions business, emphasized the importance of intelligent systems in managing greater demand, complexity, and climate variability, enabling reliable delivery of power and clean water. Emerson's GenAI technology aims to improve system reliability and extend infrastructure lifespan, positioning itself as a pivotal tool for modernizing critical infrastructures.
The Ovation Virtual Advisor will be available for both new and system upgrade projects. It will be showcased at the upcoming Ovation Users' Group conference in Pittsburgh from July 27-31, 2025.
