Dell Technologies has declared an expansion of its edge ecosystem, collaborating with Hyundai AutoEver, a subsidiary of Hyundai, and Intel to boost manufacturers' ability to optimise output from edge data with AI. As more and more factories generate and utilise extensive amounts of data for machine status, part production, safety, logistics, and overall factory performance, AI technology is expected to revolutionise how speedily and accurately edge data can be gathered, analysed and applied.
With reference to an IDC prediction, the worldwide edge computing market is anticipated to reach $232 billion in 2024, up 15.4% from 2023, and AI is key to this growth. Edge computing, when partnered with the machine learning and real-time data processing capabilities of AI, enables faster decisions based on real-time data. These decisions can unlock improved business outcomes for manufacturers.
The latest projects include the integration of auto company Hyundai AutoEver’s offerings into the Dell Validated Design for Manufacturing Edge, with the goal of easing the adoption of AI-enhanced operations in factories. Hyundai AutoEver employs smart factory solutions that integrate with current IT and OT infrastructure, simplifying operations and ensuring digital integrity. This integration is designed to facilitate AI-powered optimisation and improved outcomes for factory operations. For instance, it allows plant managers to swiftly monitor equipment performance, identify irregularities and implement predictive maintenance to reduce downtime, maximise productivity and eliminate unnecessary process waste whilst increasing first pass yields.
Also introduced are Dell NativeEdge Blueprints for Intel’s OpenVino toolkit, an element of the Intel Tiber Edge Platform, developed to provide businesses more flexibility and options for the deployment and management of AI and machine learning applications within edge computing environments. The integration eases the orchestration and management of edge computing resources and provides a secure and seamless application deployment on Intel-based hardware. This optimises real-time insights from AI inferencing and enhances operational effectiveness for businesses.
Muneyb Minhazuddin, VP & GM NEX Compute and Edge AI Software at Intel, stated, "By integrating OpenVino toolkit into NativeEdge Blueprints, we are empowering businesses to unlock the full potential of AI at the edge, optimising operations and paving the way for new, intelligent applications. This is a game-changer for industries worldwide, accelerating the path towards a smarter, more connected future.”
Dell’s ongoing collaborations not only emphasise its commitment to delivering the latest technologies for its customers but also underline the critical role that Dell’s edge ecosystem plays in modern manufacturing. The company's success lies in facilitating meaningful digital transformations in the manufacturing sector – a strategy embodied by these latest partnerships.