Adopting artificial intelligence (AI) just got easier for thousands of Australian businesses with the official opening of a new centre today.
The ARM Hub AI Adopt Centre was launched at South by Southwest (SXSW) Sydney as part of the Australian Government's AI Month celebrations.
Advanced Robotics for Manufacturing (ARM) Hub Founder and CEO Professor Cori Stewart said the Centre was a 'front door' to expertise, support and services that will foster AI-driven business growth.
"Many businesses feel uncertain about where to start with AI. The common barriers include a lack of data readiness, a skills gap, or simply not knowing which AI applications are relevant to their business. The Centre is offering access to practical solutions to help businesses move forward with AI," Professor Stewart said.
"Over the next three years, we expect to engage with up to 30,000 SMEs on their digital transformation journeys."
Professor Stewart said the Centre would play an important role in helping Australia's SMEs (which make up 96% of all industry) scale their innovation, preventing it from going offshore.
She said SMEs using the Centre will be tapping into expertise from internationals Microsoft and Databricks, as well as local AI SMEs Data and Knowledge Enterprise and Raytracer.
"Australian industry is ready to invest in AI and robotics to increase its productivity and competitiveness. We've designed this Centre to provide practical pathways to de-risk the adoption and use of AI and Generative AI, helping businesses to make the most of this fast-moving frontier of technology.
"Research shows AI and automation are expected to increase Australia's productivity by up to 150%. We want industry to be transforming their operations for long-term success by having their data organised, structured and ready for AI.
"The ARM Hub AI Adopt Centre is here to make businesses better using the benefits of AI and Generative AI. Our collaboration of 28 partners includes AI and robotics experts across Australia, which ensures we are delivering the best skillsets into all corners of the country."
The key Features of the ARM Hub AI Adopt Centre are its practical guidance for SMEs; a collaborative, industry-led network; and a focus on ethical and safe AI practices to ensure sustainable business growth.
In May this year, the Australian Government announced the establishment of four centres under its AI Adopt Program to facilitate the safe and responsible use of AI by SMEs.
The ARM Hub AI Adopt partners are here.
Key Facts:
· > The ARM Hub AI Adopt Centre officially launches at Sydney's tech and innovation festival South by Southwest today, announcing it expects to engage with 30,000 small and medium businesses to help them transform using AI and Generative AI.
· > The ARM Hub AI Adopt Centre is one four of Australia's new AI Adopt Centres and will be coordinated by the Advanced Robotics for Manufacturing (ARM) Hub.
About us:
About ARM Hub AI Adopt Centre
The ARM Hub AI Adopt Centre is a national network of partners dedicated to helping Australian SMEs unlock the transformative power of AI safely and responsibly. We are one of four centres funded by the Australian Government AI Adopt Program. Visit aiadopt.ai.
About Advanced Robotics for Manufacturing (ARM) Hub
ARM Hub is Australia's premier provider of AI, robotics and design-for-manufacture innovation services. ARM Hub collaborates with industry and research partners to translate good ideas into commercial value that increase Australia's manufacturing capability. Visit armhub.com.au.
