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Predictiv AI Provides Pilot Update from Innovate Calgary's Soaring Higher Challenge with Calgary Airports and WestJet

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Executive Summary
- Predictiv AI announced the successful pilot of its Shift AI platform in the Innovate Calgary “Soaring Higher” Challenge, conducted with Calgary International Airport (YYC) and WestJet.
- The pilot demonstrated measurable improvements in asset visibility, utilization, and operational efficiency within a live airport environment.
- Feedback from partners led to iterative refinements and informs the company’s aerospace roadmap and future vertical AI solutions.
Key Details
- Pilot Scope: Conducted in an active airport setting with direct engagement of Calgary Airport and WestJet operational teams; validated platform under real‑world conditions.
- Platform Benefits: Provided real‑time tracking of high‑value assets, clearer visibility for equipment usage, and actionable insights that improve operational efficiency.
- Partner Feedback:
- Megan Gupton (CIO, Calgary Airports) highlighted the partnership’s alignment with operational needs.
- Sana Srithas (COO, Predictiv AI) noted accelerated development of a dedicated aerospace solution.
- Anne‑Louise Brooks (Senior Manager, Digital Business Development & Consulting, WestJet) praised rapid learning, responsive iteration, and tangible operational impact.
- Iterative Refinement: Platform customized with airport‑specific maps, asset flows, and processes based on stakeholder feedback during the pilot.
- Strategic Impact: Pilot serves as a proof point for Predictiv AI’s vertical AI strategy, shaping its aerospace roadmap and strengthening ecosystem partnerships.
- Future Outlook: The pilot remains ongoing; any further engagements will be subject to standard review and procurement procedures.
Notable Quotes
- “This pilot success represents more than a single deployment… it validated our strategy of building vertical AI platforms grounded in real‑world execution.” – Suman Pushparajah, CEO, Predictiv AI
- “Our partnership with Shift AI has embodied that spirit from day one.” – Megan Gupton, CIO, Calgary Airports
- “Shift AI’s submission and proof of concept were exactly what we were looking for… the pace of learning‑rapid feedback, responsive iteration…” – Anne‑Louise Brooks, WestJet Senior Manager, Digital Business Development & Consulting
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