Wednesday, 10 June 2026 | 14:00 - 15:30
Workshop: Bridging the gap: collaborations between EDIHs, SMEs, and EU AI solution providers
The aim of the session is to explore how EDIHs can support SMEs in adopting European AI solutions and to share early insights from the pilot planned for May. Following a short introductory contribution from the European Commission, a panel discussion will bring together EDIHs, EU AI solution providers and SMEs. Participants will gain a clearer understanding of the roles, opportunities and barriers within this cooperation triangle, and hear practical examples of efficiency gains achieved by SMEs through the implementation of European AI solutions.
Speakers:
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Laure Quintin, Director for European projects and affair, MINASMART (France)
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Karin Jancykova, Project Coordinator of FactoryXChange 2.0, Irish Manufacturing Research (Ireland)
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Niklas Rakowski, Legal and Policy Officer, DG CNECT, European Commission