AI's Future Unlocked — Peter Grimvall, Ekona AI CEO | EP116

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In this episode of the AI Agents Podcast, we sit down with Peter Grimvall, co-founder and CEO of Ekona AI, to explore how AI is reshaping operations in highly regulated industries like pharma, finance, and supply chain.

Peter shares his journey from leading AI initiatives at IKEA to building a lean, AI-first company that simplifies complex business processes using GenAI and machine learning.

Hear how Ekona leverages advanced AI models to automate tasks like compliance review, sales forecasting, and agentic workflow orchestration—cutting months of labor down to days.

We also dig into practical insights on the evolving capabilities of AI, from building multi-agent solutions to deploying secure, offline AI tools for sensitive industries.

Peter offers a grounded take on AI’s real impact on jobs, innovation, and operational agility, making this episode a must-listen for anyone looking to future-proof their organization with smart, scalable AI solutions.

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⏰ TIMESTAMPS:

0:00 - AI Industry Shifts and Model Trends

1:00 - Guest Introduction and Econa’s Origin Story

6:58 - Running a Lean, AI-First Company

12:15 - Key Use Cases in Pharma and Supply Chain

20:27 - Building and Managing Multi-Agent Systems

27:00 - Evolution of AI Models and Real-World Impact

33:00 - The Truth About AI and Job Displacement

38:01 - Most Misunderstood Business Use of AI

41:04 - Practical Ways Companies Can Implement AI

45:42 - Favorite AI Tools and Real-World Applications

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