According to KFSME on June 21, selected small and medium enterprises (SMEs) will receive support for up to 12 months for establishing data collection systems, applying AI models, introducing logistics equipment, implementing robotics, and transitioning to digital equipment. The project requires the application of smart technology in at least two processes and the mandatory adoption of AI.
The total project budget is set at a maximum of 3 billion won, with government funding covering 50% and large corporations contributing 10%, allowing for a maximum of 1.8 billion won in support. To ease the financial burden on SMEs, in-kind contributions for labor costs and existing equipment will be recognized up to 50% of their share.
LG CNS aims to systematize fragmented manufacturing data and address labor shortages in SMEs by developing the "Manufacturing AX Starter Package," which combines its manufacturing execution capabilities with specialized large language models (LLMs).
Megazone will leverage its accumulated digital transformation (DX) and AX capabilities to provide practical AI solutions applicable in manufacturing settings. The three primary scenarios it will support include predictive maintenance to ensure operational efficiency, the introduction of collaborative robots to enhance work efficiency, and automation of quality inspections to significantly reduce defect rates.
To achieve this, Megazone will utilize AI-based software development lifecycle (SDLC) methodologies and its proprietary AI agent platform, "Marl-E," to facilitate a swift and efficient enterprise-wide AX transition without replacing existing legacy systems.
Earlier, on June 17, KFSME signed a memorandum of understanding with LG CNS to discover coexistence cooperation models for the expansion of AI in SMEs. Through this partnership, LG CNS plans to establish a support system to enhance the digital competitiveness of SMEs in three key areas: education, technology, and distribution and marketing, with an annual budget of approximately 2 billion won.
Yang Chan-hwa, Executive Director of KFSME, stated, "By involving specialized companies like LG CNS and Megazone in this project, we aim to successfully create industry-specific AX models suitable for manufacturing sites and expand them throughout the manufacturing sector via cooperative associations, thereby strengthening Korea's manufacturing competitiveness."
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