The AI in Business Podcast How AI Is Reshaping Shutdown and Turnaround Operations - with Raghu Ahobilam of NOV
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Mar 3, 2026 Raghu Ahobilam, Global Director of Inventory and Assets at NOV, brings deep experience in inventory, asset strategy, and operational transformation. He discusses building KPI-driven dashboards that guide decisions. He highlights data readiness and where predictive analytics add early value. He covers practical wins like fleet optimization, facility consolidation, and tying digital investments to clear ROI.
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Translate Vision Into Measurable Scorecards
- Do derive metrics and scorecards directly from the company's vision so teams know which actions drive the goals.
- Raghu recommends using Hoshin Kanri to break high-level objectives into measurable, bite-sized tasks across levels.
Clean Dashboards Are The Gateway To Predictive AI
- Insight: Reliable dashboards require trustworthy data before adding predictive features.
- Raghu notes BI dashboards are the gateway: clean data enables predictive models to meaningfully augment maintenance decisions.
Prioritize Practical Value Over Tech Hype
- Do be realistic about adoption speed and resist chasing every shiny capability; filter for what adds business value.
- Raghu warns the energy sector is conservative with many stakeholders, so prioritize signals that your organization can absorb.