Learning objectives
Upon completion of the seminar, you will be able to:
Master the fundamentals
- Understand the math, concepts, and terminology of AI and machine learning, tailored for industrial applications.
- Demystify key methods and technologies, from generative AI to predictive models and process optimisation.
Build hands-on AI solutions
- Train your own machine learning model to make predictions and apply it to real-world business challenges.
- Design an AI agent for a specific use case and turn theory into practice.
Assess AI opportunities strategically
- Evaluate the potential, limitations, and implementation requirements of AI in industrial surroundings.
- Discuss and refine AI use cases with fellow leaders, gaining fresh perspectives and actionable ideas.
- Develop strategic roadmaps for introducing and scaling AI solutions that are aligned with your business goals.
Target groups
- Business Leaders
- Plant & Operations Managers
- Technical Experts
- Digital Transformation Leaders
- Emerging Leaders
Topics
The seminar is designed as a three-day programme with theoretical and interactive modules that build on one another. A detailed agenda with the individual topics covered each day can be found here.
Day 1: AI Basics for Leaders
Introduction to artificial intelligence and machine learning, including key concepts and technical foundations, as well as the importance of data quality and model performance in industrial applications.
Day 2: Strategic AI Planning – From Vision to Execution
Strategic approaches to identifying, prioritising and implementing AI use cases, with a focus on infrastructure, data ownership, digital sovereignty and organisational readiness.
Day 3: Scaling AI in Cement Plants
Strategies for moving AI from pilot projects to plant-wide deployment, covering the rollout and scaling of AI applications across operations, maintenance, engineering and business processes. Topics include generative AI, knowledge management, document intelligence, operations assistants, AI agents, and approaches to embedding AI into day-to-day industrial workflows.
Time schedule of the seminar
- Start: Tuesday, 03.11.2026: 09:00 CET
- End: Thursday, 05.11.2026: app. 16:00 CET
Location
Düsseldorf
Seminar fee
- 3.750,00 € per person
- VDZ members receive 10 % off the seminar price.
Further details
- The seminar is led by several experts in artificial intelligence and digital transformation. They present their knowledge in a practical, target-group-oriented way, using illustrated basics, interactive examples, and a discussion-friendly atmosphere.
- In addition to practice-oriented technical presentations, the seminar offers ample opportunity for the exchange of experience and the discussion of practical challenges.
- A joint evening event is an integral part of the seminar and offers an opportunity for professional exchange and networking with other participants.
- The seminar will take place at VDZ in Düsseldorf. Information on travel options can be found further down on this webpage.
- After completing the seminar, you will receive a certificate of attendance from VDZ.
