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LG CNS showcases AI innovations at Microsoft's Seoul event

LG CNS showcases AI innovations at Microsoft's Seoul event

Korea Herald26-03-2025
LG CNS said Wednesday it showcased groundbreaking generative artificial intelligence applications across various industries at the Microsoft AI Tour in Seoul earlier in the day.
At its showroom, the IT solutions provider showcased solutions that leverage Microsoft Copilot to enhance workplace efficiency.
The company also introduced consulting programs and shared case studies of its AI-driven intelligent search services of manufacturing enterprises using Microsoft Azure Cloud.
The Azure-based intelligent search service enables employees to input queries during work processes, with generative AI analyzing product design manuals and past cases to deliver the most optimal responses.
Among the showcased services powered by Microsoft 365 Copilot were tools for scheduling and meeting minutes management, proposal and market analysis report generation, and manual and training material development.
To strengthen collaboration with Microsoft, LG CNS recently established the MS Launch Center, a dedicated task force comprising Azure Cloud architects and AI and application experts.
Additionally, the two firms jointly operate the Innovation Journey Workshop program, which supports enterprises in exploring generative AI adoption through prototype development and preimplementation validation.
"By deepening our collaboration with Microsoft, we will continue to discover new technologies and services that drive customer value innovation. Our goal is to position ourselves as an AI transformation specialist, delivering the fastest and most relevant AI solutions,' said Kim Tae-hoon, head of the AI cloud business division at LG CNS.
Meanwhile, Microsoft's AI Tour spans 60 cities worldwide, offering key insights and technological advancements in AI innovation. The Seoul event focused on business transformation through AI and strategies for sustainable value creation.
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