THE AI INTERVIEW
“ The time is now, the technology is ready”
Philippe Rambach, Chief AI Officer, Schneider Electric
Schneider Electric: Powered by AI Under Philippe’ s guidance, Schneider Electric integrates AI deeply into its products and services to enhance energy efficiency and sustainability. For example, AI-driven energy management systems analyse vast real-time data streams to optimise heating, ventilation and air conditioning( HVAC) in commercial buildings, delivering energy savings without sacrificing occupant comfort.
AI also facilitates the smooth integration of renewables into complex power grids.“ AI is helping customers use less energy and use more green energy,” Philippe highlights, showing how these capabilities advance Schneider’ s mission of helping industrial and commercial customers reduce their carbon footprints and meet environmental, social and governance( ESG) goals.
Philippe’ s leadership at Schneider Electric is marked by a blend of optimism for AI’ s potential and a call for pragmatic, informed adoption.“ As always, AI is moving so fast,” he says. Yet, his overriding message is business-focused:“ It’ s about asking what you want to achieve, what you want to provide in terms of value to customers and employees and then finding the right touch.”
32 October 2025