GENERAL INFORMATION

TITLE: Strategic Mentoring in Artificial Intelligence for European SMEs

ACRONYM: SMART

PROJECT NUMBER: 2024-1-ES01-KA220-VET-000254868

DURATION: 01/12/2024 – 30/11/2027

Project description

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming businesses of all sizes, offering innovative tools that enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve decision-making. However, many small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) struggle to integrate AI effectively. The SMART Project (2024-2027), co-funded by Erasmus+, aims to bridge this gap by providing accessible AI training tailored to SME professionals.

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The SMART project aims to:

  • Equip SME managers with AI-driven strategies to boost productivity and customer engagement.
  • Provide practical AI training without requiring a technical background.
  • Help businesses adapt to digital transformation and emerging job opportunities.
  • Educate professionals on the ethical and legal implications of AI.
  • Offer tailored training for VET students, preparing them for AI-powered careers.

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SMART focuses on:

  • SME employees and managers looking to enhance business performance through AI.
  • Entrepreneurs seeking opportunities in AI-driven industries.
  • Professionals from various sectors (e.g., Logistics, Sales, Marketing, Security).
  • STEM graduates interested in AI applications in business.
  • VET students pursuing careers in technology, automation, and AI.

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Results

  • Competence Gap Analysis – Identifying AI-related skill gaps in SMEs.
  • Development of the SMART AI Training Programme – Including a Trainer of Trainers Course for SME managers.
  • AI Business Integration Strategies – Helping companies implement AI effectively.
  • E-learning Platform – Interactive, accessible training for professionals across Europe.
  • Pilot Testing & Final Programme Implementation – Ensuring the effectiveness of the training through real-world validation.

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Partners

The project brings together leading industry and academic experts from across Europe:

Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) onlyand do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the European Education and CultureExecutive Agency (EACEA). Neither the European Union nor EACEA can be held responsible forthem.

Project Updates

Kick-Off Meeting of the SMART Project in Spain!

February 7th, 2025|

On February 4th & 5th, 2025, the kick-off meeting for the SMART - Strategic Mentoring in Artificial Intelligence for European SMEs project took place in Madrid. Over two days, project partners gathered to discuss [...]

NEW PROJECT APPROVED FOR 2024 – SMART

August 8th, 2024|

We are happy to announce the approval of our new Erasmus project titled "Strategic Mentoring in Artificial Intelligence for European SMEs" (Ref. Number: 2024-1-ES01-KA220-VET-000254868)! Project Title: Strategic Mentoring in Artificial Intelligence for European SMEs [...]