Join the Department of Industry Science and Resources for an insightful and practical webinar, How AI solutions can drive business growth and productivity, hosted by Wilhelmina Duyvestyn, Industry Program Manager at the National AI Centre. This session is designed specifically for small and medium businesses (SMEs) looking to understand how artificial intelligence can be a powerful enabler of innovation, efficiency, and competitive advantage.

Through the lens of the AI Adoption Tracker, we’ll explore how Australian SMEs are embracing AI technologies, what challenges they face, and the opportunities that lie ahead. The session will begin with a live demo of the AI Adoption Tracker, showcasing real-time data and insights into how businesses across the country are progressing on their AI journey.

The expert panel will feature Dr Steve Nuttall from Fifth Quadrant, Ben Finkel from the Australian Regional AI Network (ARAIN), and Cori Stewart from ARM Hub. Together, they will unpack the latest trends in AI adoption, share resources and success stories from AI Adoption Centres, and discuss how to build confidence in AI’s potential to transform business operations. Whether you're just starting out or already leveraging AI solutions, this discussion will offer valuable perspectives and actionable advice.

The session will conclude with a live Q&A, giving attendees the opportunity to engage directly with our panellists. This is a must-attend event for SME owners, managers, AI start-ups, service providers, and anyone interested in the future of AI in Australia’s business landscape.

The National AI Centre’s AI Adoption Tracker offers powerful insights into how Australian small and medium businesses are adopting AI. You can explore by business size, industry, and location - regional or metro. Discover the applications they use, the challenges and opportunities they face, and the value AI brings to their business. Data is available from May 2024 and updated monthly.

  • Type of event: Webinar
  • Who it is for: Australian businesses
  • Speakers: Dr Steve Nuttall, Ben Finkel, Cori Stewart
  • Event organiser: Department of Industry, Science and Resources
  • Cost: Free
  • Date: Wed 23 Jul 2025
  • Time: 12:00 - 1:00 pm AEST
  • Location: Online

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