Roll Out AI Safely Without Slowing Down
We help SMEs across Dublin, Cork, Galway, and all of Ireland turn scattered AI use into clear rules, approved tools, team training, and practical workflows in 10 business days.
Your Team Is Already Using AI. The Question Is Whether They're Using It Safely.
of Irish SMEs say AI can positively impact their business
Fear of mistakes is the top blocker to AI adoption
Lack of skills is the second biggest blocker
Most teams have no policy, no approved tools, and no training
The EU AI Act's literacy requirements apply now. Enforcement begins August 2026. UK businesses face similar obligations under UK GDPR, and those trading across the Irish Sea need to account for both frameworks. Combined with existing GDPR obligations enforced by the Data Protection Commission, SMEs in Ireland and UK-adjacent businesses need clear rules and practical workflows their teams will actually follow.
Choose Your Sprint
AI Policy in a Day
- Intake questionnaire
- Leadership workshop (60-90 min)
- Custom AI acceptable use policy
- Approved/conditional/banned tool matrix
- Human review checklist
AI Safe Use & Productivity Sprint
- Everything in AI Policy in a Day
- Staff AI use survey
- 2-3 role-based workflow playbooks
- Live team training session (60-90 min)
- Training record and materials
- 30-day follow-up session
AI Rollout & Optimisation Program
- Everything in AI Safe Use & Productivity Sprint
- Wider team rollout
- Manager office hours
- Vendor and tool review
- Second training session
- KPI and adoption review
- Next-phase roadmap
What's Included in the Sprint
AI Use Snapshot
Short intake form and staff survey to find out what tools your organisation is already using, how often, and for what tasks.
Leadership Workshop
60-90 min session to decide what AI is allowed for, what data must never go into public AI tools, and where human review is mandatory.
AI Tool and Data Map
Register of approved, conditionally approved, and banned tools with data-handling rules for each, aligned with GDPR and DPC guidance.
Custom AI Acceptable Use Policy
Practical internal document covering approved use cases, confidentiality rules, prompt rules, review rules, and record-keeping.
Human Review Checklist
One-page checklist for managers and staff before AI-generated work goes out the door.
Role-Based Workflow Playbooks
2-3 concrete workflows showing how to use AI for tasks like drafting emails, summarising meetings, creating SOPs, and analysing research.
Team Training
Live 60-90 min session showing staff approved tools, safe practices, and how to review AI outputs before sharing.
Training Record and Materials
Slides, recording, attendance record, and internal training log to satisfy EU AI Act literacy requirements.
30-Day Follow-Up
One session to answer questions, handle edge cases, and revise policy if needed based on real-world use.
Built for Irish SMEs from Dublin to Galway
Best for teams of 5-50 across Leinster, Munster, and Connacht who are already dabbling with ChatGPT, Copilot, Claude, Gemini, or other AI tools.
Scope and Boundaries
These services are available as separate engagements if needed.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the EU AI Act require for Irish businesses?
AI literacy measures apply now. Enforcement begins August 2026. There is no specific AI officer or certificate required. Organisations should maintain internal records of training and guidance provided to staff. The Data Protection Commission (DPC) also expects organisations to address AI use within their existing GDPR obligations.
Do we need an AI officer or formal certification?
No. Current guidance says internal records of training and guidance are sufficient. The sprint gives you exactly that.
What if our team is already using AI tools unofficially?
That's exactly why this exists. We audit current use, set clear rules, and make the transition seamless. Our tool register covers GDPR data-handling requirements so your organisation stays compliant.
Can this be done remotely?
Yes. All three tiers are available fully remote via video call, making them accessible to UK businesses as well. Onsite is available across Ireland including Dublin, Cork, Galway, Limerick, and Waterford for an additional fee.
Is this eligible for LEO Digital for Business support?
The sprint covers activities that align with LEO's Digital for Business support criteria including system analysis, gap identification, and implementation guidance for eligible 1-50 employee businesses. We cannot guarantee grant approval.
How is this different from a compliance audit?
This is not a compliance audit or legal review. It's a practical rollout programme that gives your team clear rules, approved tools, and working AI workflows. Think of it as getting your team productive with AI safely, not ticking regulatory boxes.
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