
The importance of an AI strategy for your company
AI is no longer a topic for the future. It is already changing the way we work, make decisions and grow. But without a clear strategy, its potential remains untapped. Small and medium-sized companies in particular run the risk of being left behind if they do not take a targeted approach to artificial intelligence. An AI strategy provides orientation and helps you to identify opportunities, set priorities and plan concrete next steps. Whether it's process automation, better decisions or new business models, with the right strategy, AI can turn from a buzzword into a real strength for your company. Instead of lack of planning: clarity. Instead of hesitation: progress. Now is the right time to strategically start your AI journey.
The advantages of SMEs in the AI context
Small and medium-sized enterprises have clear advantages in the context of AI: they are closer to their processes, faster in making decisions and more flexible in implementation. While large corporations are often slowed down by long coordination processes and rigid structures, SMEs can test, adapt and scale in a targeted manner. If you are prepared to start small and plan smartly, you have the opportunity to integrate artificial intelligence into your own business model early and effectively - with measurable added value and manageable effort. AI doesn't have to be thought big, but smart. And this is precisely where the strength of SMEs lies.
The prerequisites for your AI success
AI can only have an impact if the foundations are right. If you want to get off to a successful start, you need more than just technology. It's about clarity, structure and the right mindset. A realistic objective, a committed team and a clear roadmap are crucial. Equally important is data that can and should be used. Because without valid data, clear responsibilities and support from management, AI remains an ineffective idea. Success does not begin with the first algorithm, but with a sound strategy. Those who get this right will be ahead of the game later on and become faster, more efficient and measurably more successful.
Everything about AI strategy in SMEs in one template
Our PowerPoint template provides you with a clearly structured overview of all relevant aspects of a successful AI strategy - specially developed for small and medium-sized companies. From a well-founded analysis of potential and the development of a future-proof target image to concrete implementation planning, you will receive everything you need for a successful AI strategy. Professionally designed slides, concise models and illustrative examples will help you to present the topic of artificial intelligence in a convincing way. Set an example for innovative strength and strategic thinking and create the basis for an effective AI strategy in your company.
With this template for PowerPoint you can …
- develop and present your own AI strategy.
- find out more about the strategic framework for introducing AI.
- demonstrate your AI expertise in a future-oriented corporate world.
This PowerPoint template contains:
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- Why now?
- AI in business is booming
- The change is here
- The big players have long set the pace
- What does this mean for SMEs?
- The opportunities for SMEs are clear
- Save costs and increase sales with the use of AI
- Many SMEs are still at the beginning
- Whoever starts today will be ahead tomorrow
- The right moment is now!
- Understanding AI and what it is not
- Artificial intelligence is more than ChatGPT
- What does not yet count as AI?
- AI glossary for the perfect overview
- The most important types of artificial intelligence
- Typical fields of application for AI
- AI vs. humans: who is particularly good at what?
- AI is not flawless
- Where does AI create real added value?
- Where do you encounter real AI in your day-to-day work?
- The strategic framework
- Why is an AI strategy needed?
- Risks of a missing AI strategy
- Who benefits from an AI strategy?
- From technology to transformation
- Anchoring AI in the company with three pillars
- Developing a convincing AI vision
- Where should AI be used and where shouldn’t it?
- Developing your AI strategy
- Strategy development process
- What does your AI environment look like (PESTEL)?
- What is the status of AI in your industry (Five Forces)?
- What is the digital maturity of your company?
- What is your internal AI situation like (SWOT)?
- What data is available to you?
- How do you distribute responsibilities?
- What results does your AI impact analysis show?
- How do you optimize your AI vision?
- What are the strategic goals of your AI implementation?
- How do you find your AI value proposition?
- How do you derive specific AI tasks?
- How do you rate your AI measures?
- How do you prioritize your AI measures?
- How do you allocate your budget strategically?
- How do you determine your data requirements?
- Which inspection cycles are important to you?
- Planning the implementation
- Three ways to introduce AI
- From vision to reality with the AI roadmap
- Transformation map for the introduction of AI
- Organizing AI initiatives effectively
- The central roles in the AI project
- Develop AI internally or outsource it?
- Decision tree: Develop or outsource?
- Quick Wins
- Key success factors for AI
- What SMEs need for success
- Clear goals instead of playing with technology
- Openness and willingness to learn in a team
- No intelligence without data
- Strengthen know-how internally or obtain it externally
- Using time and resources correctly
- The technology must fit and not shine!
- What is still standing in the way of your AI success?
- Support and funding
- Hurdles and support
- Internal support mechanisms
- Ensure qualification and competence
- External partners and support
- Targeted promotion of AI
- What do sponsors expect?
- Shaping the future with AI
- AI as a trailblazer for tomorrow
- Why the future starts now
- Success comes from learning cycles
- What successful SMEs do differently
- Top 5 learnings from this presentation















































































