As a world-leading manufacturer of agricultural machinery, CLAAS has identified artificial intelligence (AI) as a critical technology to enhance customer benefits. The company is integrating AI into its product development processes while addressing both technical and regulatory challenges.
To bolster its efforts, CLAAS has partnered with CertifAI, an AI testing and certification company, known for its innovative testing methods and regulatory expertise. This collaboration aims to ensure compliance with evolving regulations and drive technical innovation in AI systems.
Focus on Safety and Quality
The partnership emphasizes developing AI solutions that meet the highest standards of safety and quality. CLAAS and CertifAI have reviewed existing development processes and established a robust framework for secure AI development within CLAAS’s product portfolio.
Referencing the importance of this initiative, Dr.-Ing. Torben Töniges, Head of AI/Analytics Products at CLAAS, stated that the collaboration reinforces CLAAS’s century-long commitment to quality and ensures their agricultural machines align with advanced development standards in an AI-driven future.
CertifAI, supported by PwC, DEKRA, and the City of Hamburg, brings expertise from highly regulated industries to the partnership. This makes the company a valuable partner in testing and certifying AI applications. Dr. Robert Kilian, CEO of CertifAI, highlighted that meeting technical and regulatory requirements not only ensures compliance but also strengthens customer trust in AI products.
About CertifAI
CertifAI is a joint venture between PwC Germany, DEKRA, and the City of Hamburg, providing solutions throughout the AI life cycle. The company is committed to aligning AI testing and certification services with dynamic regulatory landscapes, ensuring safety, mitigating risks, and enhancing consumer confidence.
