Ronald is a seasoned leader in data and analytics services with over a decade of experience managing IT teams and data projects across various industries. He has a proven track record in strategic planning and is known for engaging with teams to deliver on goals and motivating team members to unlock their potential. At Implenia, he established a newly formed Data Analytics Team and is driving several initiatives concerning AI, ML, and IoT platforms. With his team, he is also working on data governance and architecture topics to build the foundation for further rollout of digital solutions and AI applications.
The integration of AI at Implenia is crucial, with several GenAI initiatives and AI-driven applications at construction sites. AI, ML, and IoT offer significant potential. One key project in this area is the Block Tracker, which focuses on AI-driven detection of unstable zones in tunnelling projects. It offers real-time monitoring, automated data transmission, and analysis, and is being implemented in the Gotthard road tunnel project, one of the most important economic lifelines in Europe.