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[-1 for new webinar] AI is reshaping the business landscape, letting teams focus on innovation by automating everyday tasks while delivering experiences that resonate with what consumers actually need. Yet, deploying effective Generative AI isn’t just about rolling out models. It requires precision, collaboration, and the right mix of technology and expertise. The reality? Many AI initiatives struggle to get off the ground—taking, on average, 8 months to move from prototype to deployment. That’s where the partnership between appliedAI Initiative GmbH and deepset steps in. Together, we’re solving the challenges of GenAI for businesses across Europe by driving reliable, Trustworthy RAG solutions that accelerate AI’s impact. Join our joint webinar to learn more! What’s in it for you? ✅ Real-world approaches to solving AI challenges with Trustworthy RAG ✅ Best practices for implementing AI with transparency and explainability ✅ Lessons from high-stakes industries like electronics and telecom Further details: 🚀 Title: Customized RAG Solutions: Rohde & Schwarz’s Success in Knowledge Management for Manufacturing and Telecom 🎙️Speakers: Dr. Christian Geishauser (appliedAI Initiative GmbH), Laura Luckert (deepset) and Andrew Schaefer (Rohde & Schwarz) as they share firsthand insights and actionable strategies from their work with Rohde & Schwarz. 🗓️ Date: 29th of October 2024 ⌚️Time: 4:30pm (1 hour) 📍Place: online. Save your spot here: https://lnkd.in/d8xJz8nv AI’s true value lies in optimizing processes and driving business growth. This event is your chance to learn how Trustworthy RAG can tackle your AI challenges. We look forward to welcoming you tomorrow!

Highlights from the IPAI Experience Day 🚀 Opening the doors to IPAI’s new SPACES, we welcomed industry leaders, government officials, and AI enthusiasts alike to celebrate this next phase of innovation. 💡 Dr. Andreas Liebl participated in a panel on AI's potential, discussing speed versus precision alongside industry experts, policymakers, and public figures, including the Minister of Economics of Baden-Württemberg and Dieter Schwarz. With our demonstrator on display, we showcased how appliedAI brings AI from concept to real-world application. 🤝 The collegues from the appliedAI Institute for Europe gGmbH Institute team shared practical, hands-on insights in sessions throughout the day. Christian Burkhart and Larissa H. offered an engaging introduction to AI basics, while Demian Niemeyer guided attendees through the legal landscape of GenAI. Dr. Paula González Avalos led a session on AI upskilling, focusing on the tailored solutions appliedAI provides to meet diverse needs, and Jan Willem Kleinrouweler closed out the evening with a session on orchestrating ML workflows—demystifying automation in AI development. 📍 But IPAI SPACES isn’t just a location; it’s a collaborative hub where AI ideas become reality. With 6,000 square meters dedicated to working, learning, and innovating, we look forward to partnering with the community here to drive AI progress forward. Thank you to all who joined us for this memorable day—let’s continue advancing AI together! Note: The appliedAI Institute for Europe gGmbH is supported by the KI-Stiftung Heilbronn gGmbH. #AI #IPAIExperienceDay #Innovation #Networking #AIFuture #appliedAI

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🎯 How to ensure AI literacy without overwhelming your team. With the EU AI Act taking effect in August 2024, businesses must ensure that their employees are AI literate by February 2025. This means equipping your team with the skills to understand, use, and deploy AI responsibly. Our new AI Literacy Learner Path makes this process simple and effective. Tailored to meet the needs of diverse learners, the training covers essential AI concepts through hands-on experiences, including: 🤖 AI Basics: Grasp the core principles of Artificial Intelligence 💡 GenAI Basics: Get practical with prompt writing and image generation 🤝 AI Ethics: Learn about responsible AI use and its societal impact Key Features: 1. Blended learning: Online courses, projects, podcasts, and reading materials 2. Expert-curated content to bridge the gap from theory to practice 3. A single platform for all your AI upskilling needs 4. Progress tracking and learning nudges to boost engagement and completion 👉 Is your company AI literate? Our AI Literacy Learner Paths ensure that your team is prepared. Find out more on our website: https://lnkd.in/dCM3g6ia #AILiteracy #EUAIAct #AICompliance #GenerativeAI #AITraining #AIGovernance #ResponsibleAI #AIUpskilling #AIForBusiness

Unlocking the Power of AI Agents for our Partners 🤖 Last Friday, we hosted an exclusive roundtable on AI Multi-Agent Systems, building on our ongoing discussions about the role of GenAI in software development, as well as in various other industrial sectors such as manufacturing, automotive, and chemicals. This closed-door event gave our partners a unique chance to dive into the current state of AI agents, explore their limitations, and brainstorm future use cases. Together, we: ✅Established a clear definition and understanding of AI Multi-Agent systems. ✅ Shared early experiences and valuable lessons learned. ✅ Explored innovative use cases, especially in software development and code reviews. The insights and discussions from these sessions are vital for shaping the future of enterprise AI applications. We're already looking ahead to continuing this conversation in December with SAP where we’ll take another deep dive into AI agents and their practical applications. 💡Want to know how your business can benefit from these exclusive formats? Visit our website to learn more about our partnership opportunities and how we’re pushing AI to the next level. The link is in the comments. #AIInnovation #GenAI #AIAgents #SoftwareDevelopment #Industry40 #EnterpriseAI

🎯 It’s eye-opening how AI compliance can shape your business’s future. Here’s what you need to know about high-risk AI systems. 🔎 High-risk AI systems—like those used in healthcare, public safety, and even generative AI—require extra attention when it comes to compliance. The EU AI Act imposes strict rules on these systems to safeguard human rights, health, and safety. 🤖 For high-risk systems, it’s crucial to establish a risk management system that continuously evaluates potential risks and ensures safety throughout the AI system’s lifecycle. You must also have human oversight mechanisms in place, allowing operators to review and correct AI decisions when necessary. 💡An additional aspect to remember is maintaining high standards for data management and documentation. You need to ensure transparency in how the AI system is developed, tested, and used. This allows for better accountability and compliance with the strict requirements of the EU AI Act. 🔗Is your business working with high-risk AI systems? Discover practical insights in our latest article on AI compliance and safeguard your company’s future in an AI-driven world: https://lnkd.in/dGwyDUZN #AICybersecurity #EUAIAct #DataProtection #Compliance #TechSecurity #RiskMitigation

📢"Unlocking AI Literacy" - Highlights from our Partner Meetup Yesterday’s Partner Meetup on "AI Literacy in Action" delivered key insights on how to equip teams with essential AI skills—going beyond the basic compliance needs of the EU AI Act. The focus was on practical strategies to build AI literacy that empowers employees and drives business success. 🤖 C-Level AI Literacy: A Game-Changer Nicole Gerhardt from Telefónica Germany stressed the critical need for AI literacy at the C-suite level because "AI literacy starts from the top". She also advocated for a 360-degree approach to engage everyone within the company. 🧠 Mindset Shift: The Key to Successful AI Integration Prof. Dr. Theresa Treffers challenged us to rethink our approach to AI applications. It's not just about tech—it's about transforming our mindset. Building small habits like one team discussion a week, can be a first step towards larger change 🌐Dual Tracks: Tailored AI Strategies We offered two specialized tracks: 1. Industry Partner & Ecosystem Track 2. KI Transfer Plus and Mittelstandspartners Track 🔥Overcoming AI Upskilling Hurdles A candid fireside chat shed light on real-world challenges in AI upskilling, from organizational structures supporting AI upskilling to legal obligations. 🎓Mastering Large-Scale AI Training Deutsche Telekom shared their playbook for successful large-scale AI upskilling. They enabled an impressive number of 66.000 employees on GenAI in just one year. 👉 Is your team AI literate? Our AI Literacy Learner Paths ensure your workforce is ready to succeed. Find out more on our website: https://lnkd.in/da87sa3F #AILiteracy #Upskilling #AI #MindsetShift #AIAct #DigitalTransformation #WorkforceDevelopment #LeadershipInTech

[Upcoming webinar] AI is reshaping the business landscape, letting teams focus on innovation by automating everyday tasks while delivering experiences that resonate with what consumers actually need. Yet, deploying effective Generative AI isn’t just about rolling out models. It requires precision, collaboration, and the right mix of technology and expertise. The reality? Many AI initiatives struggle to get off the ground—taking, on average, 8 months to move from prototype to deployment. That’s where the partnership between appliedAI Initiative GmbH and deepset steps in. Together, we’re solving the challenges of GenAI for businesses across Europe by driving reliable, Trustworthy RAG solutions that accelerate AI’s impact. Join our joint webinar to learn more! What’s in it for you? ✅ Real-world approaches to solving AI challenges with Trustworthy RAG ✅ Best practices for implementing AI with transparency and explainability ✅ Lessons from high-stakes industries like electronics and telecom Further details: 🚀 Title: Customized RAG Solutions: Rohde & Schwarz’s Success in Knowledge Management for Manufacturing and Telecom 🎙️Hear from: Dr. Christian Geishauser (appliedAI Initiative GmbH), Laura Luckert (deepset) and Andrew Schaefer (Rohde & Schwarz) as they share firsthand insights and actionable strategies from their work with Rohde & Schwarz. 🗓️ Date: 29th of October 2024 ⌚️Time: 4:30pm (1 hour) 📍Place: online. Save your spot here: https://lnkd.in/d8xJz8nv AI’s true value lies in optimizing processes and driving business growth. This event is your chance to learn how Trustworthy RAG can tackle your AI challenges. We look forward to welcoming you on the 29th of October!

➕Seit einem Monat läuft die vierte Runde des Programms KI-Transfer Plus. Das vom Bayerisches Staatsministerium für Digitales geförderte Programm bringt künstliche Intelligenz in den bayerischen Mittelstand. In 9 intensiven Monaten bauen die teilnehmenden Unternehmen KI-Wissen auf, entwickeln eine KI-Strategie und setzen einen eigenen KI-Use Case um. 🚀Beim gemeinsamen Kick-Off-Event mit dem Bayerischen Digitalminister Dr. Fabian Mehring und den KI-Regionalzentren wurde deutlich: Die teilnehmenden mittelständischen Unternehmen sind hochmotiviert, die Potenziale künstlicher Intelligenz zu nutzen und möchten dabei auch schnell in die Umsetzung kommen. 📍Mit dabei sind Unternehmen aus unterschiedlichsten Branchen und Regionen: Vom Bauunternehmen W. MARKGRAF GmbH & Co KG aus Bayreuth über das Versandhandelsunternehmen memo AG aus dem Landkreis Würzburg bis hin zum Berufsbildungszentrum Augsburg & Schwaben BBZ Augsburg. 👉Alle teilnehmenden Unternehmen der vierten Runde KI-Transfer Plus (2024/02) finden Sie auf der KI-Transfer Plus-Website (Link in den Kommentaren 👇). 🎥Im Video hören Sie erste Eindrücke zu KI-Transfer Plus von Markus Hell (Convotherm), Simon Löhe (GWP Gesellschaft für Werkstoffprüfung mbH), Dr. Matthias Schneider (Baerlocher Group) und Theo Hartler (Gerresheimer Regensburg GmbH) #KITransferPlus #KI #Mittelstand #Bayern

❓Custom vs. Off-the-Shelf AI Solutions: Which One Fits Your Business Best? 🔎When deciding between custom-built AI solutions and off-the-shelf products, businesses must consider their unique needs. Custom solutions are tailored to fit specific workflows, while off-the-shelf AI offers faster implementation and lower costs. Understanding these trade-offs is crucial for making the right decision. 💡Choosing to build a custom solution provides greater flexibility and deeper integration with your existing processes. However, it often comes with higher upfront costs and a longer development timeline. Off-the-shelf solutions, while quicker to implement, might require compromises in functionality and customization. 🎯Our detailed whitepaper dives into the factors that influence this choice, covering scalability, flexibility, and long-term impact. It provides a framework for businesses to evaluate their needs and make informed decisions, ensuring a strategic fit with their objectives. 📥 Download our whitepaper to explore the pros and cons of both approaches and find out how to maximize AI’s potential for your business success: https://lnkd.in/dVbin9WB #AI #Customization #OffTheShelf #BusinessStrategy #TechDecision