Microsoft partners with industry leaders to offer vertical SLMs

Microsoft will also be offering CaLLM Edge, an automotive-specific, embedded SLM developed by Cerence. CaLLM Edge enables drivers to control functions such as navigation and climate control, and is designed for use in conditions where vehicles might have limited or no cloud connectivity, like remote areas.

Rockwell Automation is adding FT Optix Food & Beverage to the Azure AI catalog as well. This SLM helps frontline workers in manufacturing troubleshoot food and beverage assets. It provides factory floor workers and engineers with recommendations, explanations, and knowledge about specific manufacturing processes, machines, and inputs.

Two addition manufacturing-aligned SLMs have also been announced, including a co-pilot for Siemens Digital Industries Software’s NX X industrial design software. The SLM enables users to ask natural language questions, access detailed technical insights, and streamline complex design tasks in an effort to streamline complex tasks prone to human error.