We help small and medium enterprises leverage cutting-edge AI technologies to enhance competitiveness, optimize operations, and develop future-proof core competencies.
With the rapid development of AI technologies, an innovative reorientation of companies is necessary to ensure long-term prosperity and to benefit from the positive impact of current and future AI solutions on the economy.
Our project focuses on the efficient use of available AI resources in the day-to-day business of SMEs. These companies often lack the opportunities to use customized AI solutions or corresponding training offers. Free and low-cost offers such as open AI systems are intended to remedy this situation.
The project will offer different learning approaches that include traditional environments such as university courses and training seminars as well as web-based self-learning. This will help SMEs and start-ups to take advantage of AI for their business activities or to catch up in the application of AI tools.
Our goal is to empower small and medium-sized enterprises, industry associations, and training institutions to strengthen their digital and AI capabilities through practical, hands-on guidance, tailored learning paths, and real-world use cases
Creation of a comprehensive guide for SMEs based on real user stories and experiences implementing AI solutions in various business contexts.
Survey of industry-specific AI user requirements to understand the unique needs of different business sectors and develop targeted solutions.
Development of web-based AI training content that is accessible and practical for business implementation across various organizational roles.
Building a sustainable European network of SMEs, educational institutions, and industry experts focused on practical AI application.
Supporting SMEs in enhancing their core competencies through strategic integration of AI into their digital transformation journey.
We're conducting a survey to understand the current state of AI adoption among SME's. Your insights will guide the development of tailored training resources.
Estimated time: 5-7 minutes
1stAId4SME brings togheter a diverse consortium of univarsities, SMEs, trade unions, and professional assiciations from across Europe, working collaborativly to deleiver practical, accessible AI training and support for small and medium-sized enterprises
If you have any questions about the 1stAid4SME project, how your SME can benefit, or general inquiries, please feel free to reach out using the form or contact the project leads directly via the details in the Leadership section.
Funded by the European Union. However, the views and opinions expressed are solely those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the National Agency at the DAAD. Neither the European Union nor the National Agency at the DAAD can be held responsible.
