The Applied Business AI Lifecycle & Data Capability Accelerator

The Applied Business AI Lifecycle & Data Capability Accelerator (Core + Two Depth Options) is an applied programme designed to enable EIC beneficiaries to build internal readiness for the strategic and responsible adoption and implementation of Artificial Intelligence. It supports organisations in becoming AI-first by aligning strategy, data, delivery, and governance.

Designed for startups and SMEs operating between TRL 2 and TRL 8, the programme focuses on transforming data into scalable, AI-powered solutions with tangible business impact. The service is sector-agnostic and applicable across industries.

Core Programme (Common to Both Options)

Across both delivery options, participants follow a shared core structure composed of three modules:

1. Data Readiness & Opportunity Mapping
Assessment of data maturity, identification of value drivers, and evaluation of AI use-case potential.

2. AI Lifecycle in Practice
Scoping and prioritisation of use cases, along with the selection of appropriate tools, including GenAI and low-code solutions.

3. Responsible Innovation & Impact Strategy
Definition of AI governance practices, regulatory alignment, risk management, and ethical deployment approaches.

Core Deliverables

Across both options, participants receive:

• Curated toolkits and templates
• Guided mentoring
• An AI Strategy & Capability Plan, including prioritised use cases and defined milestones

Delivery Options (Client Selects Depth)

Option A — Cross-Organisation High-Level Bootcamp (2 Business Days)

A cross-functional, high-level format designed to support organisational alignment and mobilisation across business, product, operations, and IT teams, without a deep technical or architectural focus.

Duration:
2 full days (09:00–17:00)

Typical Outputs:

• AI Opportunity & Readiness Snapshot
• Prioritised use-case backlog
• 90-day action plan, including owners, quick wins, minimum governance, and decision cadence

Pricing:
€1,150 per participant (minimum of 8 participants required)

Option B — Deep-Dive Cohort Accelerator (3 Weeks + Review)

A more in-depth format designed for teams that need to move beyond alignment into execution planning, including technical scoping, data considerations, solution patterns, and architecture choices.

Duration:
3 weeks

• Weeks 1–2: Two full-day live sessions per week with expert-led workshops, tool demonstrations, and collaborative exercises
• Week 3: A 4-hour review session and 1:1 alignment meetings to finalise each team’s AI Strategy & Capability Plan

Participants also receive 12-month access to curated online resources, templates, and materials.

Typical Outputs:

• A detailed AI Strategy & Capability Plan
• An implementation-ready roadmap
• Defined dependencies and success criteria
• A phased delivery plan

Pricing:
€1,650 per participant (minimum of 8 participants required)

Funding Opportunity — EIC ACCESS+

Participants eligible under the EIC ACCESS+ programme may benefit from co-funding of up to 50% of the service cost, subject to approval through the EIC ACCESS+ Open Call.

This funding mechanism enables EIC beneficiaries (including Pathfinder, Transition, Accelerator awardees, and Seal of Excellence holders) to access services from the EIC Service Catalogue with partial financial support. The remaining cost must be covered by the participant.

Eligibility and application processes are managed directly through the EIC ACCESS+ programme. For full details, please visit:
https://eicaccessplus.eu/funding/

Disclaimer

This programme is delivered in curated cohorts with limited availability, and applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Custom editions are available for specific sectors or internal teams. A lead time of approximately 3–4 weeks is recommended for cohort planning and scheduling.

For hybrid or in-person delivery formats, additional costs related to venue and travel may apply.