AI for Business: Steps to AI Planning and Successful Implementation

This session is designed for Greater Manchester businesses that want to adopt AI in a practical, low-risk way.

Drawing on EY’s vast experience in delivering digital and AI solutions, this session is designed for Greater Manchester businesses that want to adopt AI in a practical, low-risk way. Whether you’re just starting to explore AI or already experimenting with tools, you’ll walk away with a clear, step-by-step plan to move AI for your business from an idea to a measurable solution.

What you’ll learn

Rob Fox-River, digital transformation expert at EY, will guide you through a straightforward process you can apply in your business to translate your goals into a realistic AI strategy:

• What makes a compelling business case for AI: Demystifying what decision-makers need to see in a business case – i.e. clear value drivers, realistic costs, risk assessment, and measurable outcomes

• Turning ambition into strategy: Translate your business goals into an AI roadmap that works for the organisation’s capabilities and constraints, taking into account data readiness, technology options, people and governance

• Scoping and prioritising use cases: Discover a practical method to quickly assess which AI opportunities are worth pursuing and which to park for now

• Making it real: Key considerations for successful AI implementation, including delivery approaches, change management, and risk and compliance

By the end of the workshop, attendees will have:

• A one-page AI business case that outlines a real problem, target outcome, expected benefits, high-level costs and risk mitigation

• A tailored 90-day roadmap to move from idea to pilot

• A prioritised shortlist of 3–5 practical ways your business could start using AI, ranked by potential impact and effort required

• A clearer understanding of how to adopt AI responsibly, without overreaching your capacity or budget

• Confidence to lead internal conversations about AI strategy and readiness

Bio of Deliverer:

Rob Fox-River - Cybersecurity & AI Lead at EY

A digital transformation expert, Rob leads EY’s Cyber Security Practice for Healthcare, specialising in making cyber security accessible. Known for his clear and relatable teaching style, Rob is passionate about empowering businesses with the knowledge and confidence to protect their digital assets. He says, “My goal is to help you understand cyber so that you can use it to help your people, your business and your customers.”

Spaces are limited – book your place now!

Eligibility:

• Greater Manchester Clients Only

As this workshop is fully-funded, businesses are subject to funders' eligibility criteria. If your place is confirmed, you will receive an email from us with further details.

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