The case describes the journey of a large European energy company as it develops data and artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities. It covers the related organizational changes, technology investments, talent development, and external partnerships. More broadly, it provides an illustration of how AI and technology are impacting the energy sector and enabling the energy transition.

The case study follows E.ON, the German energy utility, on its ‘data’ journey and explores the challenges and lessons encountered while integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into its operations as it prepares for the global ‘energy transition’.