Ralph Traphoener

Ralph Traphöner studied computer science with a focus on AI and economics starting in 1984. In 1991 he has co-founded the startup tecInno GmbH where he exploited Case-based Reasoning technology. Later tecInno became part of Empolis, where Ralph still works. He took responsibility in many roles from R&D to Managing Director. Today, as Principal Consultant, he focuses on solving customer problems utilizing data, AI and analytics. Improving overall equipment efficiency with IIoT and developing new business ideas is the mission.