AI Readiness Check - assessment method for technical and organizational AI readiness in companies
Despite the enormous potential for increasing efficiency, productivity and automation, the implementation of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies in production is still at an early stage of development. Small and medium-sized companies in particular face the challenge of gaining practical experience. The main reason for this is the lack of knowledge about how well companies and their specialist teams are prepared for the effective implementation and use of AI. For this reason, the AI Readiness Check was developed as a practice-oriented method that is of great benefit to both AI providers and potential AI users. The AI Readiness Check serves as a guideline for analyzing readiness for the introduction of AI at company or work level.
Target group
Executives and strategy managers in companies can use the method to assess their company's overall readiness for the implementation of AI. This helps in the development of strategic plans and decisions with regard to the integration of AI technologies.
AI project leaders and teams responsible for implementing AI in a company can use the method to analyze readiness at the department or project level. This facilitates the identification of strengths and weaknesses in relation to AI adoption and enables the development of targeted action plans.
AI companies and developers offering AI technologies can use the method to help potential customers assess their readiness for AI adoption. This enables providers to offer customized solutions and respond to the specific needs of their customers.
External consultants and experts in the field of digital transformation can use the method as a tool to assess the AI readiness of companies. This enables them to make well-founded recommendations for the integration of AI technologies.
Research and educational institutions can use the method for research purposes to investigate AI readiness in different industries and organizations. The AI Readiness Check can also serve as a teaching tool to help students understand the challenges and opportunities of AI adoption.
AI project leaders and teams responsible for implementing AI in a company can use the method to analyze readiness at the department or project level. This facilitates the identification of strengths and weaknesses in relation to AI adoption and enables the development of targeted action plans.
AI companies and developers offering AI technologies can use the method to help potential customers assess their readiness for AI adoption. This enables providers to offer customized solutions and respond to the specific needs of their customers.
External consultants and experts in the field of digital transformation can use the method as a tool to assess the AI readiness of companies. This enables them to make well-founded recommendations for the integration of AI technologies.
Research and educational institutions can use the method for research purposes to investigate AI readiness in different industries and organizations. The AI Readiness Check can also serve as a teaching tool to help students understand the challenges and opportunities of AI adoption.
Expected result
Conducting the AI Readiness Check offers a comprehensive way to assess the readiness of a company or organization with regard to the implementation of AI technologies. The method takes into account all relevant technical and organizational aspects of AI adoption. Companies can use the AI readiness check individually in the first phase of AI implementation in order to identify their own starting position in terms of readiness for AI introduction. This provides valuable information for the development of action plans with clear goals and milestones to optimally prepare the working environment for the successful introduction of AI projects. The results can be used for the following purposes, among others:
Identification of strengths and weaknesses
The method enables companies to recognize their existing strengths with regard to AI adoption and to identify weaknesses and bottlenecks. This includes both technical and organizational aspects.
Concrete recommendations for action
Concrete recommendations for action can be derived from the analysis. These recommendations can relate to specific measures to improve the conditions for successful AI implementation.
Development of action plans and roadmaps
The method provides the basis for the development of action plans. These plans should include clear goals and milestones to address the identified weaknesses and strengthen the company's readiness for AI projects.
Optimization of the implementation process
The results enable AI project managers and their teams to optimize the implementation process. This includes the adjustment of schedules and resources according to the identified complexity and requirements.
Optimizing resources and increasing efficiency
Companies gain insights into the resources and effort required for a successful AI implementation. This enables a targeted allocation of resources and helps to increase efficiency.
Identification of strengths and weaknesses
The method enables companies to recognize their existing strengths with regard to AI adoption and to identify weaknesses and bottlenecks. This includes both technical and organizational aspects.
Concrete recommendations for action
Concrete recommendations for action can be derived from the analysis. These recommendations can relate to specific measures to improve the conditions for successful AI implementation.
Development of action plans and roadmaps
The method provides the basis for the development of action plans. These plans should include clear goals and milestones to address the identified weaknesses and strengthen the company's readiness for AI projects.
Optimization of the implementation process
The results enable AI project managers and their teams to optimize the implementation process. This includes the adjustment of schedules and resources according to the identified complexity and requirements.
Optimizing resources and increasing efficiency
Companies gain insights into the resources and effort required for a successful AI implementation. This enables a targeted allocation of resources and helps to increase efficiency.
General conditions
The framework conditions for the use of the AI Readiness Check can be designed differently depending on the needs and preferences of the company. There are basically two possible approaches:
Independent implementation (self-check) with the online tool "AI quick check"
Companies have the opportunity to complete an AI quick check online. This enables the AI readiness to be checked quickly and independently. After completing the survey, companies receive initial information and an assessment of their current situation. This approach offers a flexible and independent approach for companies that initially want a quick assessment of their own AI readiness.
Customized AI readiness tool and in-depth analysis
There is also the option of an in-depth AI readiness check. An AI readiness tool tailored to the respective company is provided. Together with the company, the relevant aspects are defined and integrated into the tool. Based on the tool developed in this way, the team of experts from KARL analyzes the company's readiness for the implementation of a desired AI solution. The results are discussed in detail in a workshop with the company. Based on this analysis, concrete action plans and action points are developed together.
Independent implementation (self-check) with the online tool "AI quick check"
Companies have the opportunity to complete an AI quick check online. This enables the AI readiness to be checked quickly and independently. After completing the survey, companies receive initial information and an assessment of their current situation. This approach offers a flexible and independent approach for companies that initially want a quick assessment of their own AI readiness.
Customized AI readiness tool and in-depth analysis
There is also the option of an in-depth AI readiness check. An AI readiness tool tailored to the respective company is provided. Together with the company, the relevant aspects are defined and integrated into the tool. Based on the tool developed in this way, the team of experts from KARL analyzes the company's readiness for the implementation of a desired AI solution. The results are discussed in detail in a workshop with the company. Based on this analysis, concrete action plans and action points are developed together.
Operating instructions
We recommend that you first carry out the "AI quick check" independently and intuitively. If the information obtained is to be used in greater depth for your company and concrete action plans and action points are to be derived, a customized AI readiness check is recommended afterwards.
Contact person
Dr. Djerdj Horvat | Fraunhofer ISI
djerdj.horvat@isi.fraunhofer.de
djerdj.horvat@isi.fraunhofer.de
Format
Web tool, Excel, Service
To the offer
AI readiness quick check
Contact us if you would like to carry out an AI readiness analysis in your company. We would be happy to adapt the tool to the circumstances in your company.
Contact us if you would like to carry out an AI readiness analysis in your company. We would be happy to adapt the tool to the circumstances in your company.
AI Readiness Check - assessment method for technical and organizational AI readiness in companies
Despite the enormous potential for increasing efficiency, productivity and automation, the implementation of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies in production is still at an early stage of development. Small and medium-sized companies in particular face the challenge of gaining practical experience. The main reason for this is the lack of knowledge about how well companies and their specialist teams are prepared for the effective implementation and use of AI. For this reason, the AI Readiness Check was developed as a practice-oriented method that is of great benefit to both AI providers and potential AI users. The AI Readiness Check serves as a guideline for analyzing readiness for the introduction of AI at company or work level.
Target group
Executives and strategy managers in companies can use the method to assess their company's overall readiness for the implementation of AI. This helps in the development of strategic plans and decisions with regard to the integration of AI technologies.
AI project leaders and teams responsible for implementing AI in a company can use the method to analyze readiness at the department or project level. This facilitates the identification of strengths and weaknesses in relation to AI adoption and enables the development of targeted action plans.
AI companies and developers offering AI technologies can use the method to help potential customers assess their readiness for AI adoption. This enables providers to offer customized solutions and respond to the specific needs of their customers.
External consultants and experts in the field of digital transformation can use the method as a tool to assess the AI readiness of companies. This enables them to make well-founded recommendations for the integration of AI technologies.
Research and educational institutions can use the method for research purposes to investigate AI readiness in different industries and organizations. The AI Readiness Check can also serve as a teaching tool to help students understand the challenges and opportunities of AI adoption.
AI project leaders and teams responsible for implementing AI in a company can use the method to analyze readiness at the department or project level. This facilitates the identification of strengths and weaknesses in relation to AI adoption and enables the development of targeted action plans.
AI companies and developers offering AI technologies can use the method to help potential customers assess their readiness for AI adoption. This enables providers to offer customized solutions and respond to the specific needs of their customers.
External consultants and experts in the field of digital transformation can use the method as a tool to assess the AI readiness of companies. This enables them to make well-founded recommendations for the integration of AI technologies.
Research and educational institutions can use the method for research purposes to investigate AI readiness in different industries and organizations. The AI Readiness Check can also serve as a teaching tool to help students understand the challenges and opportunities of AI adoption.
Expected result
Conducting the AI Readiness Check offers a comprehensive way to assess the readiness of a company or organization with regard to the implementation of AI technologies. The method takes into account all relevant technical and organizational aspects of AI adoption. Companies can use the AI readiness check individually in the first phase of AI implementation in order to identify their own starting position in terms of readiness for AI introduction. This provides valuable information for the development of action plans with clear goals and milestones to optimally prepare the working environment for the successful introduction of AI projects. The results can be used for the following purposes, among others:
Identification of strengths and weaknesses
The method enables companies to recognize their existing strengths with regard to AI adoption and to identify weaknesses and bottlenecks. This includes both technical and organizational aspects.
Concrete recommendations for action
Concrete recommendations for action can be derived from the analysis. These recommendations can relate to specific measures to improve the conditions for successful AI implementation.
Development of action plans and roadmaps
The method provides the basis for the development of action plans. These plans should include clear goals and milestones to address the identified weaknesses and strengthen the company's readiness for AI projects.
Optimization of the implementation process
The results enable AI project managers and their teams to optimize the implementation process. This includes the adjustment of schedules and resources according to the identified complexity and requirements.
Optimizing resources and increasing efficiency
Companies gain insights into the resources and effort required for a successful AI implementation. This enables a targeted allocation of resources and helps to increase efficiency.
Identification of strengths and weaknesses
The method enables companies to recognize their existing strengths with regard to AI adoption and to identify weaknesses and bottlenecks. This includes both technical and organizational aspects.
Concrete recommendations for action
Concrete recommendations for action can be derived from the analysis. These recommendations can relate to specific measures to improve the conditions for successful AI implementation.
Development of action plans and roadmaps
The method provides the basis for the development of action plans. These plans should include clear goals and milestones to address the identified weaknesses and strengthen the company's readiness for AI projects.
Optimization of the implementation process
The results enable AI project managers and their teams to optimize the implementation process. This includes the adjustment of schedules and resources according to the identified complexity and requirements.
Optimizing resources and increasing efficiency
Companies gain insights into the resources and effort required for a successful AI implementation. This enables a targeted allocation of resources and helps to increase efficiency.
General conditions
The framework conditions for the use of the AI Readiness Check can be designed differently depending on the needs and preferences of the company. There are basically two possible approaches:
Independent implementation (self-check) with the online tool "AI quick check"
Companies have the opportunity to complete an AI quick check online. This enables the AI readiness to be checked quickly and independently. After completing the survey, companies receive initial information and an assessment of their current situation. This approach offers a flexible and independent approach for companies that initially want a quick assessment of their own AI readiness.
Customized AI readiness tool and in-depth analysis
There is also the option of an in-depth AI readiness check. An AI readiness tool tailored to the respective company is provided. Together with the company, the relevant aspects are defined and integrated into the tool. Based on the tool developed in this way, the team of experts from KARL analyzes the company's readiness for the implementation of a desired AI solution. The results are discussed in detail in a workshop with the company. Based on this analysis, concrete action plans and action points are developed together.
Independent implementation (self-check) with the online tool "AI quick check"
Companies have the opportunity to complete an AI quick check online. This enables the AI readiness to be checked quickly and independently. After completing the survey, companies receive initial information and an assessment of their current situation. This approach offers a flexible and independent approach for companies that initially want a quick assessment of their own AI readiness.
Customized AI readiness tool and in-depth analysis
There is also the option of an in-depth AI readiness check. An AI readiness tool tailored to the respective company is provided. Together with the company, the relevant aspects are defined and integrated into the tool. Based on the tool developed in this way, the team of experts from KARL analyzes the company's readiness for the implementation of a desired AI solution. The results are discussed in detail in a workshop with the company. Based on this analysis, concrete action plans and action points are developed together.
Operating instructions
We recommend that you first carry out the "AI quick check" independently and intuitively. If the information obtained is to be used in greater depth for your company and concrete action plans and action points are to be derived, a customized AI readiness check is recommended afterwards.
Contact person
Dr. Djerdj Horvat | Fraunhofer ISI
djerdj.horvat@isi.fraunhofer.de
djerdj.horvat@isi.fraunhofer.de
Format
Web tool, Excel, Service
To the offer
AI readiness quick check
Contact us if you would like to carry out an AI readiness analysis in your company. We would be happy to adapt the tool to the circumstances in your company.
Contact us if you would like to carry out an AI readiness analysis in your company. We would be happy to adapt the tool to the circumstances in your company.
