Wassim Ghadban

Wassim Ghadban, a trailblazing Innovation & Digital Evangelist, is at the forefront of revolutionizing the global value chain through pioneering AI and digital solutions in the energy sector. With over 20 years of experience, he is renowned for designing cutting-edge AI-driven solutions, lifecycle digital twins, and intelligent operation centers for remote monitoring and autonomous operations. His groundbreaking concepts of 8D and Maturity Levels for Energy Digital Twin have significantly influenced key industrial players and owner-operators. As a regular keynote speaker at international events, Ghadban's visionary leadership is shaping the future of the Oil & Gas and Clean Energy industries, driving a sustainable future. His work exemplifies transformative AI and digital innovation, making him a prominent figure in the digital era. In an industry where change is the only constant, Wassim Ghadban stands tall as an industry maverick—synonymous with innovation, leadership, and transformative digital solutions.

Session Overview

Wednesday, 6 November

All Sessions

10:00

Digitalisation & Technology Conference Digitalisation & Technology Theatre 10:00 - 11:00

Innovative solutions for overcoming the AI skill gap in a competitive talent market

An informal panel-style session with panellists sat in a circle surrounded by the audience. After an initial conversation, led by a facilitator and the panellists, the audience will be invited to comment on and ask questions to the wider group.

A recent IEA report on the relationship between energy and AI found there are only 22,000 AI specialists globally across all industries, and 61% of large businesses surveyed in the US and UK, reported a lack of staff with sufficient AI experience. As a result, all industries are competing for a limited skill set. Many energy companies are approaching this challenge through the upskilling and retraining of their existing workforces, as well as implementing innovative new programming such as back-to-school initiatives. However, cost-effectively achieving this, at scale, while managing the increased power demand for all of the above is a challenge.

Attendee insights:

Learn through case studies and demonstrations how digital twin technology can be used to overcome challenges when it comes to implementing pre-emptive physical asset monitoring.