AI TRAINING
AI tooling buyer's guide for SMEs
Help SME leaders choose the right AI tools without overspending or vendor lock-in.
What it covers
An awareness session for founders, CTOs and ops leaders of SMEs evaluating AI tools. We map the landscape (foundation models, copilots, vertical SaaS, no-code), give a vendor-evaluation scorecard, and review pricing traps (per-seat, token-based, enterprise tiers). Participants leave with a shortlist of 3-5 tools that fit their stack and budget. Includes a section on contracts, data residency and exit clauses.
What you'll be able to do
- A 3-5 tool shortlist for the company
- A vendor scorecard ready to apply
- Clear red flags in vendor contracts
Topics covered
- AI tool landscape for SMEs
- Vendor evaluation scorecard
- Pricing models and traps
- Contracts, data residency, exit
Delivery
Bring your current tool stack and budget envelope.
What makes it work
- DPO or legal counsel involved before signing
- Pilot with exit clause before annual commitment
Common mistakes
- Buying on hype without checking integration cost
- Ignoring data residency for EU customers
When NOT to take this
Don't run if procurement decisions are blocked at HQ in another country — different audience needed.
Providers to consider
- Altitud Consulting
Sources
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