In an era where technology and innovation are rapidly transforming the world, artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a powerful tool that empowers humans to create without limits. When used effectively, AI opens doors to new opportunities. With the commitment to enhancing AI skills for Thai people through the “TH AI Academy: Driving Thailand’s AI Future” project, Microsoft Thailand would like to share success stories of Thai people who have harnessed the power of AI, driving changes in ways many may not have yet realized.
Wiwat Sathornsawat, known as Benz, was a freelance photographer whose career was severely impacted by the COVID-19 crisis in 2019. Facing a significant downturn, Benz sought new opportunities by developing IT skills. He began learning through Microsoft Learn, a free online platform, approaching each lesson with the determination that his future depended on it. Benz emphasizes that AI is not a tool to replace human labor but a partner that enhances efficiency and fosters growth.
Through self-study and continuous development over five years, Benz transformed into an IT expert, increasing his income fivefold. He is now planning to launch a startup in the pet industry, showcasing how AI skills can pivot careers and open new entrepreneurial avenues.
Thanakrit recalls the challenges before adopting AI, where they had to wait for his daughter to assist with foreign tourists, often facing language barriers with visitors speaking Chinese, Japanese, or German. Kwan adds that AI has become a bridge connecting imagination and creativity, conveying local wisdom and traditions in appealing ways to a broader audience.
This success aligns with the AI Skills for Tourism project, a collaboration between Microsoft and the Kenan Institute Asia, supporting community enterprise entrepreneurs in the tourism sector.
Kru View notes that students struggling with math are not incapable; they simply lack visualization of the concepts. The school's director, Dr. Pattamaporn Fakroek, emphasizes that integrating AI in education is about fostering hope and creating a brighter future, adapting learning to suit various situations and needs.
This initiative resonates with Microsoft's collaboration with the Ministry of Education under the TH AI Academy project, aiming to develop AI skills for teachers who will then impart this knowledge to students nationwide. Additionally, partnerships with the Institute for the Promotion of Teaching Science and Technology (IPST) and the National Electronics and Computer Technology Center (NECTEC) aim to incorporate Microsoft's foundational AI curriculum into the AI Literacy curriculum for students in grades 4-12.
Managing Director Waraporn Manusrungsri views AI not just as technology but as a partner aiding in accurate decision-making. She also applies AI in personal endeavors like crafting, designing illustrations for storybooks, and investment analysis. Previously, K-Fresh faced market volatility, supply chain issues, and the need for real-time quality control, challenges that traditional methods couldn't meet.
K-Fresh's success underscores the importance of the TH AI Academy project, where Microsoft collaborates with organizations such as the Digital Council of Thailand (DCT), the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI), and the Office of Small and Medium Enterprises Promotion (OSMEP) to enhance the capabilities of over 20,000 Thai SME entrepreneurs.
Darunee states that using AI to handle routine tasks allows them to focus on creativity and truly enjoy life. Dr. Chuwit Mitrchob, Deputy Director of DASTA, adds that sustainable tourism isn't just about attracting tourists but ensuring that local communities flourish alongside. At DASTA, Microsoft Copilot serves as a bridge connecting tourism, people, and innovation.
Darunee is among 120,000 civil servants participating in Microsoft's AI skills development project, part of the TH AI Academy initiative in collaboration with the Office of the Public Sector Development Commission (OPDC) and the Digital Government Development Agency (DGA) to develop AI skills for Thai civil servants.
The success stories of Thai individuals from various sectors emphasize that AI is a key to unlocking human potential and creating without limits. The TH AI Academy project demonstrates Microsoft's commitment to creating opportunities for all Thais to access and benefit from AI technology, enhancing quality of life and driving Thailand toward a sustainable future.
Those interested in enhancing their AI skills can learn independently through the AI Skills Navigator platform, which compiles over 200 AI courses and content in Thai, from basic to advanced levels, available for free at AI training for in-demand jobs | Microsoft AI Skills Navigator.
Source: Microsoft Opportunities arise with AI skills, advancing Thais’ sustainable future - ศูนย์ข่าวสารประเทศไทย
Turning Crisis into Opportunity with AI
Wiwat Sathornsawat, known as Benz, was a freelance photographer whose career was severely impacted by the COVID-19 crisis in 2019. Facing a significant downturn, Benz sought new opportunities by developing IT skills. He began learning through Microsoft Learn, a free online platform, approaching each lesson with the determination that his future depended on it. Benz emphasizes that AI is not a tool to replace human labor but a partner that enhances efficiency and fosters growth.Through self-study and continuous development over five years, Benz transformed into an IT expert, increasing his income fivefold. He is now planning to launch a startup in the pet industry, showcasing how AI skills can pivot careers and open new entrepreneurial avenues.
Bridging Traditional Culture and Modern Technology
In the Tamnan Din community of U Thong District, Suphanburi Province, Thanakrit Wongsa, leader of the Thai Song Dam (Lao Song) community, and his daughter Kwan have integrated AI to preserve and promote their 200-year-old cultural heritage. They utilize AI for language translation, creating promotional content, and conducting research for community product development, facilitating effective communication with both domestic and international tourists.Thanakrit recalls the challenges before adopting AI, where they had to wait for his daughter to assist with foreign tourists, often facing language barriers with visitors speaking Chinese, Japanese, or German. Kwan adds that AI has become a bridge connecting imagination and creativity, conveying local wisdom and traditions in appealing ways to a broader audience.
This success aligns with the AI Skills for Tourism project, a collaboration between Microsoft and the Kenan Institute Asia, supporting community enterprise entrepreneurs in the tourism sector.
Revolutionizing Education with AI
At Srisuvit School in Chonburi Province, Teacher Wannvisa Homsuwan, known as Kru View, has transformed mathematics teaching using Microsoft Copilot. This integration has turned a subject often perceived as difficult into one that is lively and easy to understand. By helping students visualize mathematical concepts, they can grasp and learn faster, analyzing and solving problems more accurately and efficiently.Kru View notes that students struggling with math are not incapable; they simply lack visualization of the concepts. The school's director, Dr. Pattamaporn Fakroek, emphasizes that integrating AI in education is about fostering hope and creating a brighter future, adapting learning to suit various situations and needs.
This initiative resonates with Microsoft's collaboration with the Ministry of Education under the TH AI Academy project, aiming to develop AI skills for teachers who will then impart this knowledge to students nationwide. Additionally, partnerships with the Institute for the Promotion of Teaching Science and Technology (IPST) and the National Electronics and Computer Technology Center (NECTEC) aim to incorporate Microsoft's foundational AI curriculum into the AI Literacy curriculum for students in grades 4-12.
Transforming Agriculture with AI
K-Fresh, a major Thai coconut exporter, has revolutionized its business operations with AI. From quality control, freshness analysis, size and sugar content measurement, to market trend prediction for production and delivery planning, AI has enhanced various facets of their operations. The company also employs AI for customer relationship management, analyzing buyer behavior, and tailoring offers accordingly.Managing Director Waraporn Manusrungsri views AI not just as technology but as a partner aiding in accurate decision-making. She also applies AI in personal endeavors like crafting, designing illustrations for storybooks, and investment analysis. Previously, K-Fresh faced market volatility, supply chain issues, and the need for real-time quality control, challenges that traditional methods couldn't meet.
K-Fresh's success underscores the importance of the TH AI Academy project, where Microsoft collaborates with organizations such as the Digital Council of Thailand (DCT), the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI), and the Office of Small and Medium Enterprises Promotion (OSMEP) to enhance the capabilities of over 20,000 Thai SME entrepreneurs.
Advancing Sustainable Tourism with AI
Darunee Wiriyaiamphigoon, Development Official at the Designated Areas for Sustainable Tourism Administration (DASTA) in U Thong, Suphanburi Province, has employed Microsoft Copilot to enhance efficiency in sustainable tourism development projects. From proposing solar farm landscape improvements to constructing a renewable energy management learning center at Suphanburi’s Buddhist Park, she can create virtual images of anticipated outcomes before actual implementation, allowing decision-makers to clearly see the impact.Darunee states that using AI to handle routine tasks allows them to focus on creativity and truly enjoy life. Dr. Chuwit Mitrchob, Deputy Director of DASTA, adds that sustainable tourism isn't just about attracting tourists but ensuring that local communities flourish alongside. At DASTA, Microsoft Copilot serves as a bridge connecting tourism, people, and innovation.
Darunee is among 120,000 civil servants participating in Microsoft's AI skills development project, part of the TH AI Academy initiative in collaboration with the Office of the Public Sector Development Commission (OPDC) and the Digital Government Development Agency (DGA) to develop AI skills for Thai civil servants.
TH AI Academy: Driving Thailand’s AI Future
The “TH AI Academy” project is a collaboration between the Thai government and Microsoft Thailand, aiming to provide opportunities for all Thais across every profession and skill level to learn essential new skills in an era where global society and the Thai economy are driven by AI innovation. The project aims to enhance AI skills for over 1 million Thais by 2025, collaborating with more than 35 partner organizations from government, private sector, and civil society, covering four main areas: driving government agencies, developing education, empowering entrepreneurs, and creating inclusive learning opportunities.The success stories of Thai individuals from various sectors emphasize that AI is a key to unlocking human potential and creating without limits. The TH AI Academy project demonstrates Microsoft's commitment to creating opportunities for all Thais to access and benefit from AI technology, enhancing quality of life and driving Thailand toward a sustainable future.
Those interested in enhancing their AI skills can learn independently through the AI Skills Navigator platform, which compiles over 200 AI courses and content in Thai, from basic to advanced levels, available for free at AI training for in-demand jobs | Microsoft AI Skills Navigator.
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Source: Microsoft Opportunities arise with AI skills, advancing Thais’ sustainable future - ศูนย์ข่าวสารประเทศไทย
