Emerson Launches Ovation AI-Enabled Virtual Advisor for Power and Water Industries.

Emerson has launched Ovation AI-enabled Virtual Advisor, a generative AI tool integrated into its Ovation 4.0 Automation Platform for the power and water industries. The virtual advisor provides real-time insights to increase efficiency, detect anomalies, forecast maintenance issues, and support strategic decision-making. It helps users access system documentation, troubleshoot issues, and proactively address maintenance concerns.

Emerson (NYSE: EMR) has introduced the Ovation™ AI-enabled Virtual Advisor, a significant advancement in its Ovation 4.0 Automation Platform, specifically designed for the power and water industries. This generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) tool offers real-time insights, anomaly detection, and proactive maintenance support, addressing key operational challenges faced by utility operators [1].

The Ovation Virtual Advisor provides dynamic system guidance and troubleshooting assistance through natural language interaction. It leverages localized GenAI technology, using pre-trained AI models based on Emerson and customer-provided system information. This ensures secure and accurate results while allowing for customization with domain-specific data and operator feedback [1].

The integration of GenAI into the Ovation 4.0 platform addresses several critical issues, including increasing demand complexity, climate variability, and the need to extend infrastructure lifespan. By providing real-time insights and forecasting maintenance issues, the virtual advisor aims to improve operational efficiency and reduce costs [2].

Emerson's strategic positioning in this area aligns with the growing trend of infrastructure modernization and AI implementation in industrial settings. The company's approach to AI implementation, focusing on localized, pre-trained models, addresses security concerns and opens up potential for recurring revenue through customization services [2].

The Ovation AI-enabled Virtual Advisor is set to be showcased at the Ovation Users' Group conference, July 27-31, 2025, in Pittsburgh. This launch represents Emerson's continued execution on its automation-focused strategy, expanding its software capabilities while leveraging its established hardware presence in critical infrastructure [1].

References:
[1] https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/emerson-introduces-first-genai-enabled-automation-for-power-and-water-industries-302504630.html
[2] https://www.stocktitan.net/news/EMR/emerson-introduces-first-gen-ai-enabled-automation-for-power-and-k0ml6lmixgol.html