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Army Innovation Conference

16 April, 2025 | Military Academy, Amadora

Date: April 16th
Location : Military Academy, Amadora
Sector: Army

Artificial Intelligence in the Operational Employment of the Army

On April 16th, 2025, the Portuguese Army will host the Army Innovation Conference, where Artificial Intelligence and military operations intersect to shape the future of Defense.

This event will bring together renowned experts, both national and international, as well as various sector entities, to foster in-depth discussions on the transformative impact of AI on the Army’s operational employment and its broader implications for society.

The conference will be presided over by His Excellency the Chief of Staff of the Army, representing the military aspect, and will also feature a representative from the Government (to be confirmed).

Capgemini on the “Foundations of Artificial Intelligence”

Capgemini has been invited to join the panel on “Foundations of Artificial Intelligence”,where João Sanches, Head of Generative Artificial Intelligence and Business Transformation Programs at Capgemini Portugal, will discuss the application of AI in Industry. João will share his insights into how emerging technologies can drive strategic innovation and transform the sector.

Agenda

  • 08h45: Welcome
  • 09h30: Opening session
  • 10h00: Keynote speaker | The latest in the evolution of generative artificial intelligence
  • 10:30: Painel 1 | The latest advancement in the field of generative artificial intelligence
  • 11:15: Coffe break
  • 11h45: Painel 2 | Intelligence Artificial fundamentals
  • 13h15: Lunch
  • 14h15: Painel 3 | Artificial intelligence in the work of the operation
  • 15h30: Coffe break & Network
  • 16h00: Thematic Session | A Vision for the Use of Artificial Intelligence in the Armed Forces of Portugal
  • 16h15: Conference conclusions
  • 16h30: Closing

  • Session A) Nato perspective
  • Session B) Europe Union perspective

  • Session A) Artificial Intelligence in Education and Training
  • Session B) Artificial Intelligence in Technology Development
  • Session C) Artificial intelligence in the industrial sector – Capgemini case study
  • Session D) Artificial intelligence in the industrial sector – Helsing case study
  • Session E) Artificial intelligence in the industrial sector – Safran case study

  • Session | Artificial Intelligence applied to military alliances

Our speaker

João Sanches

João Sanches, with over 15 years of experience in digital transformation and strategic consulting, leads the Generative AI practice at Capgemini Portugal. He specializes in Smart Cities, IoT, Sustainability (ESG), and Corporate Finance, delivering impactful solutions for top-tier clients across various sectors.

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