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AI-Driven Process Optimization

Mapped work processes and built an AI-based solution to automate incoming email handling.

2 students

7 weeks ~ 90 hours

Norway

AI
Automation
Process Mapping
Data Science
Business Analytics
AI-Driven Process Optimization

Key deliverables

Process Analysis

Mapping improvement areas in administrative and operational processes with thorough analysis of existing work processes to identify efficiency opportunities

AI Email Solution

AI-based email solution that classifies and suggests responses with automated system for handling and categorizing incoming emails

Pilot and Training

Piloting, training and suggestions for further AI use with implementation of the solution and recommendations for future use

Project goal

SIFA AS is a leading player in sheet metal processing. The company wanted to explore how artificial intelligence (AI) could streamline internal processes in administration and simplify daily work. An interdisciplinary team mapped both administrative and operational routines, and developed a concrete solution that quickly created value.

Work process

The project started with company visits and conversations to map both administrative and operational processes. The team then prioritized concrete improvement areas and developed an AI-based solution with gradual testing and adaptation together with employees.

Initial meetings

Week 1–2

Initial meetings, company visits and process mapping.

Explore possibilities

Week 2–4

Research, idea generation and interim presentation for SIFA.

Develop solution

Week 5–6

Building and testing AI solution for email handling.

Delivery and training

Week 7

Completion and presentation of solution at SIFA.

AI development processTeam collaboration

Results and deliverables

The solution reduces manual work, provides better flow in work processes and is already in use by employees. In addition, the team presented suggestions for further use of AI at SIFA, including document generation and integration with ERP systems.

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