Frequently asked AI Adoption questions

Is AI too expensive for small businesses?

Not necessarily. Many modern AI solutions use affordable subscription or pay-as-you-go SaaS models. Starting with a small pilot can help evaluate ROI before committing to larger investments. Find out more by talking to our intelligent assistant or read our article Is AI too expensive for small businesses?

How quickly will we see benefits from AI?

Some SMBs experience productivity improvements within three months, especially when AI is applied to high-impact areas like invoicing, customer service, or marketing automation. Find out more by talking to our intelligent assistant or read our article How quickly will we see benefits from AI?

Will AI work with our existing systems?

Integration can be a barrier. It’s wise to choose AI tools designed for easy integration or plan gradual system upgrades to ensure smooth adoption. Find out more by talking to our intelligent assistant or read our article Will AI work with our existing systems?

We don’t have AI experts on staff, can we still adopt AI?

Yes. You can use low-code/no-code platforms, upskill your team, or partner with consultants to fill expertise gaps. Find out more by talking to our intelligent assistant or read our article We don’t have AI experts on staff, can we still adopt AI?

How do we choose the right AI project to start with?

Begin with a clear, outcome-focused use case (e.g., automating support or forecasting demand). Pilot it, evaluate results, then scale based on what works. Find out more by talking to our intelligent assistant or read our article How do we choose the right AI project to start with?

What about our data - will it work with our data?

AI needs quality data. You might need to clean and centralise your data, or use embedded AI tools that handle this for you. Find out more by talking to our intelligent assistant or read our article What about our data - will AI work with our data?

How do we manage employee resistance to AI?

Provide training, invite staff into pilot projects, appoint internal AI champions, and emphasize that AI supports rather than replaces their roles. Find out more by talking to our intelligent assistant.

How can we trust AI outputs?

Always include human oversight. Validate outputs regularly, be transparent with customers, and choose trustworthy AI solutions with clear data governance. Find out more by talking to our intelligent assistant.

Should we use cloud-based AI or on-device AI?

Many still use cloud AI for its scalability, but on-device AI offers benefits like lower latency and better data privacy. A hybrid strategy often works best. Find out more by talking to our intelligent assistant.

What’s a good approach to starting AI adoption?

Use a phased strategy: raise awareness, start small with general-purpose tools, prove value, then scale into more tailored, complex AI systems. Find out more by talking to our intelligent assistant.

How do I scale AI projects from early exploration to delivering measurable value?

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How do I set an AI strategy and define a clear business plan for the use of AI?

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What are the right use cases to start with that can accelerate value and help solve the company's biggest problems?

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How can AI help grow new and existing revenue?

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How do I demonstrate business value and quantify ROI from AI investments?

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How can AI help reduce business risks?

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How can AI help increase operational efficiency?

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How do I build a scalable, integrated data-driven foundation to support high-impact decisions?

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How to create, discover, share, and manage data assets for AI?

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What is the readiness of current data, storage, compute, and network infrastructure for industrial AI, and how do we ensure data quality and availability?

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How do we leverage native cloud technologies to scale AI?

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Which AI models should be used (large vs. niche, proprietary vs. open-source) and what drives their cost, environmental impact, and business value?

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How do we leverage native cloud technologies to scale AI?

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How do we leverage native cloud technologies to scale AI?

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How do I ensure my organization has the right skills and expertise to respond to emerging technologies?

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Should we hire, train, or outsource these particular AI skills?

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How do we design the organization and talent strategy for current and future AI opportunities, and foster an "AI-first" culture?

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How do we structure teams for success and support data scientists with leadership mandates?

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How to align IT and business teams to create customer value and strategic intent driven by AI?

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How do I optimize the cybersecurity program to protect my organization against new AI security threats?

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How do we define AI governance to mitigate risks and ensure compliance with policies and regulations?

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What controls are in place to understand and protect data and ML services from unauthorized access, and how do we establish trust in AI capabilities?

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How do we manage unforeseen AI behavior and ensure reliable value creation from AI workloads?

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How do we balance cutting-edge innovation with integrity and trust when deploying AI?

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How do we gain executive commitment or buy-in to scale AI projects?

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How do we overcome old mental models and adapting to new ways of working?

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How do we overcome siloed thinking and lack of cross-organisational collaboration between business, data science, and IT teams

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How do we overcome employee resistance to adoption and fear of job displacement?

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How do we find professionals with expertise at the intersection of AI and cybersecurity?

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How do we overcome lack of AI skills and expertise in general?

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How do we keep up with the speed of AI development and address new risks due to lack of internal expertise?

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How do we address poor data quality, inadequate data governance, and data silos?

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How do we address AI projects often have less predictable costs, timing, and results than traditional software projects?

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How do we address poor data protection and sensitive data handling?

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How do we define and measure success metrics for AI projects?

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How do integrate AI into daily operations and existing business systems?

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