AI Accelerator Training with a Fortune 500 company
Limelights designed engaging visuals and structured materials for Syngenta’s AI Accelerator Program, simplifying AI concepts, enhancing collaboration, and supporting a seamless rollout to drive innovation in agricultural practices.
Syngenta’s AI-powered innovation journey
Syngenta Group, a global leader in agricultural innovation, recognized the transformative potential of artificial intelligence (AI) in enhancing productivity and fostering innovation. To harness this potential, they launched the AI Accelerator Program, a comprehensive initiative designed to equip their teams with the necessary AI skills and knowledge.
The challenge: integrating AI into agricultural practices
In an industry as traditional as agriculture, integrating cutting-edge technologies like AI presents unique challenges. Syngenta aimed to seamlessly blend AI into their operations to drive efficiency and innovation. The goal was to empower employees across various departments to understand and apply AI tools effectively, thereby enhancing decision-making processes and operational workflows.
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The solution: a structured AI accelerator program
To address this challenge, Syngenta developed a structured AI Accelerator Program, drawing inspiration from proven methodologies such as the Double Diamond Design Thinking approach. This approach emphasizes a systematic process of discovery, definition, development, and delivery, ensuring that solutions are both innovative and practical.
Key components of the program:
- Double Diamond Design Thinking Approach:
- Discover & Explore: Understanding user needs and conducting in-depth research to empathize with stakeholders.
- Define & Express: Identifying core problems and articulating strategic directions.
- Explore & Create: Brainstorming, prototyping, and ideating innovative solutions.
- Create & Test: Developing and validating AI-powered solutions for real-world applications.
- AI Innovation Levels:
- Summarization: Grasping AI-driven innovation concepts.
- Research: Exploring market trends and technological advancements.
- Scenarios & Services: Identifying risks, user needs, and AI-driven solutions.
- Business Model Canvas: Structuring business viability with AI.
- Concept Testing: Evaluating feasibility, viability, and desirability of AI proposals.
Implementation: engaging and empowering teams
The program was rolled out through a series of interactive sessions, combining both in-person and virtual formats to accommodate global teams. Participants engaged in hands-on activities, including prompt engineering exercises, scenario-based risk analyses, and the development of AI-supported business models. These sessions fostered collaboration and allowed teams to apply AI concepts directly to their respective domains.
Outcomes: transforming the agricultural landscape with AI
The AI Accelerator Program yielded significant outcomes:
- Enhanced AI Literacy: Employees across departments developed a solid understanding of AI tools and applications.
- Innovative Solutions: Teams identified and implemented AI-driven solutions tailored to agricultural challenges.
- Strategic Business Models: Development of AI-enabled business models that align with Syngenta's mission and goals.
- Collaborative Culture: Increased collaboration and strategic thinking, leveraging AI to drive business transformation.
Through this program, Syngenta has positioned itself at the forefront of agricultural innovation, leveraging AI to enhance productivity and sustainability in the industry.
