Impact Report
We have recently published our 2024/25 Impact Report, capturing a year defined by momentum, measurable progress and meaningful collaboration.
We have recently published our 2024/25 Impact Report, capturing a year defined by momentum, measurable progress and meaningful collaboration.
The Artificial Intelligence Collaboration Centre’s (AICC) 2024/25 Impact Report showcases a pivotal year of momentum, growth and measurable outcomes. From building a dynamic team of experts across Belfast and Derry~Londonderry, to engaging over 100 local SMEs through AI consultancy collaborations, enrolling 260 postgraduate scholars and training more than 370 professionals, the Centre is already delivering on its mission to embed responsible, human-centred AI at the heart of Northern Ireland’s innovation ecosystem.
With strategic backing from Invest Northern Ireland and the Department for the Economy, the AICC has led major initiatives such as the AI Capability Census, AI Acceleration Tour and Transformer Programme, ensuring organisations of all sizes can adopt AI confidently and ethically.
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"This year we've established firm foundations whilst scaling at pace, delivering across all five key actions. SMEs are already demonstrating tangible productivity improvements through our Transformer Programme, with over 100 businesses in our pipeline receiving hands-on technical support from our in-house AI and data science experts.
AI offers outsized rewards when adopted thoughtfully. Its rapid evolution demands we constantly refine our offer, using AI itself to enhance our capabilities whilst ensuring businesses can adopt these technologies responsibly, moving beyond hype to achieve sustainable improvements in efficiency and economic impact.
With our mandate extended to 2029, and through our unique position bridging academia and industry, we're building the talent pipeline, delivering practical AI implementation support and advancing collaborative research that positions Northern Ireland as a leader in responsible AI adoption."
With our mandate extended to 2029, the AICC is positioned for long-term, sustainable impact. The year ahead will see the Centre continue to scale its SME support programmes, expand training and scholarship opportunities, and deepen partnerships with academia, government and industry.
The AICC 2024/25 Impact Report reflects a Centre that is not only delivering results but setting the pace for responsible AI adoption across Northern Ireland. Through collaboration, innovation and a commitment to public good, the AICC continues to turn potential into progress ensuring AI benefits businesses, communities and society as a whole.
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