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SME Datalab-East helps you discover opportunities and immediately translate them into concrete applications for your business.

SME Datalab-East

SME Datalab-East, an initiative of Radboud University and the University of Twente, offers accessible and affordable assistance to entrepreneurs who want to get started with AI and data.Artificial Intelligence and Data Science students from both universities organize workshops for companies, carry out projects commissioned by companies, and thereby help entrepreneurs take their first (or next) steps in the field of AI and data. SME Datalab-East also offers the “AI for Business” masterclass several times a year to inspire entrepreneurs to get started with AI and to raise their level of knowledge about the broad topic of AI.<blockquote>“One in five SME's uses AI and reports saving 12 hours a week as a result. There is so much more potential for AI within SME's than is currently being realized.” — Dirk van Schaijk — MKB Datalab-Oost</blockquote>

Smarter business practices with data and AI

Quick Insight into Your AI Opportunities<ol><li data-list-item-id="eb723ca14eb1a3167daaf88bc8af1d90e">On-site analysis of your business</li><li data-list-item-id="e776510b7d784e15ef7c0d790bc7c6444">Concrete advice + detailed project proposal</li><li data-list-item-id="ec5903838d04f3838a3e5b34a743a8d13">Ideal if you’re still figuring out where to start</li></ol>The step-by-step plan consists of 2 research phases, 2 interim feedback sessions, and a final report containing a detailed project proposal. The Data Buddy receives guidance from a university AI instructor.The Data Buddy Project has a fixed fee based on the student rate. This includes the kick-off (on-site), one full week of work (40 hours on-site), and a final report with a concrete project proposal.The Data Buddy Project is a perfect tool for small and medium-sized businesses that want to get started with AI and data and that seek a broad and thorough analysis of the opportunities and limitations of AI within their specific context — Tom Kokke, Berko Wijchen BV.

1. Data Buddy Project (1 week)

Develop a specific problem<ol><li data-list-item-id="e412ead255dc583c7677fa58580b2997e">A student will work on your challenge</li><li data-list-item-id="e43f92b9a774d6e8e7652582db10d9c4b">Guided by AI experts from universities</li><li data-list-item-id="e5b97f4b475dca6747186c3afc05764f5">Practical results you can put to immediate use</li></ol>The client pays a fixed fee, and the student receives a fixed fee for completing the assignment. The student carries out the assignment outside of their academic program; therefore, there are no specific academic requirements associated with the projects. MKB Datalab-Oost is a non-profit initiative of Radboud University and the University of Twente.“Exploring what you can truly achieve with AI as an SME naturally offers significant added value.” — Patrick van Haandel, Kolmeijer Makelaars &amp; Taxateurs

2. AI Project (6–10 weeks)

Be inspired by what’s possibleArtificial Intelligence (AI) will play an even greater role in our lives than it already does. In this masterclass, an AI instructor and a real-world expert will guide you through the possibilities of AI, and real-world examples from other small and medium-sized businesses will inspire you with concrete applications.<ol><li data-list-item-id="e1ea85603ea03ca73efd7c21c92dc52e2">Practical examples from other companies</li><li data-list-item-id="ebf58ff369e6188180044a2f546e644d4">Explanations from experts</li><li data-list-item-id="e81993efeb06606900fae90716219ee2e">Insight into opportunities for your industry</li></ol>

3. AI for Business Masterclass

The offer

Please contact MKB Datalab-Oost @Radboud University 

Please contact MKB Datalab-Oost @University of Twente

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<ol><li>You contact us with your issue</li><li>Together, we’ll determine the best course of action</li><li>You’ll work with a student and an expert</li><li>You’ll receive a concrete result and next steps</li></ol>

How does it work?

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Dirk van Schaijk

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Martien Jalink

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Thanks to AI, less time at the computer and more time for the client

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<h2>Why SME Datalab-East?</h2>AI and data offer enormous opportunities, but for many small and medium-sized businesses, it’s difficult to put them into practice. Often, they lack the time, knowledge, or capacity to take that step.SME Datalab-East helps bridge that gap by providing entrepreneurs with practical support in applying AI and data within their own businesses.<h2>How much experience do you need in AI and data to work with SME Datalab-East?</h2>SME Datalab-East is here for small and medium-sized businesses and (semi-)government organizations at every stage of data-driven operations:<ul><li data-list-item-id="efdfeadf14fab69c22766bc6d21b72700">You have no experience yet and want to know where to start</li><li data-list-item-id="e866eefc856c444b4e565094ec906a6c7">You’re already collecting data but want to structure and utilize it more effectively</li><li data-list-item-id="e75732fad290491d40be327b4d9bf5375">You’re conducting analyses but want to take steps toward predictive insights</li><li data-list-item-id="e9df791c32be99e3ddae65b5e2e0220bf">You’re already working with AI and are looking to deepen your knowledge or explore new applications</li><li data-list-item-id="ef3f230c08f2a9f001b38cba7b4469084">You’re at an advanced level and are looking for additional capacity for specific projects</li></ul><h2>What knowledge of AI and Data Science do the students have?</h2>Projects are carried out by both third-year bachelor’s students in AI and Data Science and by master’s students in the AI program (Radboud University), Computing Science (Radboud University), Computer Science (University of Twente), Business Information Systems (University of Twente), and Applied Mathematics (University of Twente). They have a strong technical foundation and are supervised by experienced AI instructors.<h2>Do projects have to meet program requirements?</h2>No. Students carry out assignments outside the scope of their degree programs. As a result, projects can be planned flexibly and are not bound by program requirements. Guidance from experienced instructors is, however, included as standard.

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Smarter business practices with data and AI

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