Home Depot names Ford AI leader as new chief technology officer. Franziska Bell, who previously led artificial intelligence transformation at Ford Motor Company, will head the retailer's integration of agentic AI and machine learning across its enterprise. Bell brings extensive experience from roles at BP, Uber, and Toyota, where she drove digital innovation and data strategy. At Home Depot, she will oversee technology, product management, data and AI initiatives designed to enhance customer experience both online and in stores. The company is investing heavily in AI tools, including systems that help contractors generate material estimates from digital plans and conversational AI assistants for DIY customers.
