Zebra Technologies demonstrates new levels of privacy, security, capability and cost savings for businesses by bundling Generative AI on its devices powered by Qualcomm.
Zebra Technologies Corporation has successfully demonstrated a Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) large language model (LLM) running on Zebra handheld mobile computers and tablets without needing connectivity to the cloud. On-device execution of GenAI LLMs has the potential to empower front-line workers with new capabilities so they can deliver new outcomes for their end customers.
This breakthrough empowers Zebra partners and customers to unlock exciting productivity gains that will shape the future of work across industries from retail to warehouse and logistics to hospitality and healthcare. On-device AI can offer additional personalization as well as enhanced privacy and security as data remains on the device. It also drives faster performance and lower costs as GenAI searches on the cloud can be expensive.
“Zebra’s devices are powerful platforms with cutting-edge software and AI models which we’re driving forward with our partner ecosystem to solve customer challenges and add value. We’re taking GenAI to the mobile edge on-device and applying it to areas such as voice AI, computer vision, and machine vision software powered by deep learning as well as task and workflow software using orchestrated AI,” said Tom Bianculli, Chief Technology Officer, Zebra Technologies.
“On-device generative AI is unlocking new and enhanced experiences across industries. Zebra’s demonstration is showcasing the type of transformation we aim to achieve,” said Megha Daga, Senior Director, Product Management, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. This innovative solution from Zebra using a platform from Qualcomm Technologies reduces memory requirements and is built upon a wide array of open source and third-party models which are a significant part of Zebra’s strategy to deliver effective on-edge AI solutions across multiple industries.
