Executive Summary
- KI.NRW ist am 4. November 2026 in Düsseldorf auf the AMBITION mit einem Panel vertreten.
- Im Panel »What the pilot doesn’t reveal« spricht Managing Director Dr. Christian Temath gemeinsam mit Bastian Papen (CorneXion) und Sebastian Krewerth (SSP AG) über den Übergang von Pilotprojekten in den produktiven Betrieb.
- Die Veranstaltung bietet Erfahrungsberichte, Keynotes, Panels, Workshops und Eins‑zu‑Eins‑Formate; Teilnahme ist kostenfrei, jedoch nur nach Registrierung und auf Einladung möglich.
What happened?
On Nov. 4, 2026, the AMBITION event by the North Rhine-Westphalian SME amber takes place in Düsseldorf. The location is Areal Böhler, Hansaallee 321, 40549 Düsseldorf; the program starts at 10:30 a.m. KI.NRW is represented in the panel »What the pilot doesn’t reveal« by Managing Director Dr. Christian Temath. Together with Bastian Papen (CorneXion) and Sebastian Krewerth (SSP AG), Temath will discuss experiences from introducing AI solutions in companies.
The official program includes company case studies, keynotes, panels, workshops and one-to-one formats as well as opportunities for professional exchange. Topics listed in the event announcement include the use of AI in companies, transformation processes and experiences from pilot and rollout phases. Questions from the audience are expressly welcome. Participation in the event is free; attendance requires prior registration and is by invitation only. Further information and a registration option are provided on the event page.
Why does it matter?
Facts: The event focuses on concrete practical formats (case studies, workshops, one-to-one exchange) and is aimed at companies that want to introduce AI or move out of pilot phases. The panel »What the pilot doesn’t reveal« explicitly addresses the challenges of transitioning to productive operations.
Context: For decision-makers in small and mid-sized companies, exchange formats with practical reports are relevant because they can provide insight into recurring challenges and proven approaches. Discussions with practitioners such as company representatives and regional initiatives offer the chance to ask concrete questions and draw conclusions for one’s own rollout plans. Free participation after registration lowers entry barriers, although the invitation requirement limits access.
What does this mean for mid-sized companies?
Facts: The program addresses topics important for the operational implementation of AI projects: use cases, transformation processes and experiences from pilot and rollout phases. The panel brings together representatives from different companies to discuss patterns and obstacles when scaling.
Context: Decision-makers from mid-sized companies can gain concrete, practice-oriented impulses at such an event — for example on organizational adjustments, technical integration issues or the design of rollout phases. The case studies are particularly relevant because they reveal risks and recurring problems in live operation that often remain hidden in pilot phases. The opportunity for one-to-one conversations can help clarify targeted follow-up questions and establish contacts for later cooperation.
At the same time, one event cannot replace a complete roadmap for putting AI into productive use. Decision-makers should treat insights from panels and workshops as building blocks for a broader strategy and align the content with their own requirements.
Related: AI Readiness Check
Recommendation from Future AI Solutions
Evidence-based recommendation: Use the event to get targeted answers to questions left open by your pilots — for example on integration into existing IT landscapes, operating models for AI solutions or change management measures.
Concrete steps:
- Formulate advance questions: List specific issues from your pilot (interfaces, scaling, monitoring, responsibilities) and bring them into panels or one-to-one formats.
- Plan networking: Identify potential contacts in advance (e.g., vendors or other companies) and arrange focused meetings during the event.
- Document results: Collect practical guidance from case studies and systematically assess its transferability to your organization.
- Secure follow-up: Agree on concrete next steps after the event (pilot adjustments, proofs of concept, technical evaluations) and review funding or consulting options for structured scaling.
Note on scope: These recommendations are based on the event offering and the formats announced in the program. They do not replace individual consulting for specific implementations.