prenode GmbH is a German technology company specializing in the development of artificial intelligence (AI) and Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) solutions. A spin-off from the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), prenode focuses on creating human-centric software that enables companies to harness the potential of industrial data and AI. The company's core mission is to address the shortage of specialized staff, minimize downtimes by facilitating knowledge exchange between machines and humans, and achieve new levels of productivity through decentralized AI. prenode provides customized, scalable hybrid IIoT pipeline solutions designed to make machines smarter, more efficient, and more autonomous. Their approach emphasizes data privacy and security, offering AI-based functions for distributed production environments either as supplementary services or to enhance local systems. The company aims to become a market leader in AI based on decentralized data by bridging the gap between technology and human users, co-creating value with customers through long-term and sustainable thinking, and upholding trustworthiness and security in all its innovations.
prenode's services encompass software development, workshops and training, and data & AI solutions, including edge AI remote monitoring. They assist companies in navigating the complexities of Industry 4.0 and beyond by identifying and analyzing AI use cases with quick feasibility and high return on investment. This includes optimizing production and accelerating innovation with integrated, secure, and scalable IT/OT infrastructure, as well as developing on-premise AI interfaces for corporate data using large language models. The company has been recognized for its innovative contributions, receiving awards such as the AI Champion Baden-Württemberg. prenode collaborates with various partners and is actively involved in research and academic lectures, particularly at KIT, contributing practical insights to the fields of information systems and service research. Their team comprises experienced experts in software architecture, development, infrastructure, and scaling, committed to delivering high-quality, individualized software solutions.