Brands that Adapt Get Seen: How to Get Your Business Discovered in the Age of Generative AI Search
As AI becomes more integrated into discovery engines, companies’ risk having their products and services overlooked if they aren’t following the proper steps. Traditional Google searches that drive traffic through clickable links are giving way to AI-powered search experiences that provide direct answers. Forbes’ reports that 60% of traditional searches now yield ‘no clicks at […]
Why You Can’t Just Throw a Spreadsheet into AI and Expect Magic
TL;DR Throwing a spreadsheet into an AI tool won’t magically produce accurate calculations or predictions. The complexity of spreadsheet logic, the limitations of current AI models, and the risks of data errors mean that AI is best used as an assistant—not a replacement—for quantitative work in spreadsheets. For now, human expertise remains essential to ensure […]
Copilot: Practical AI in Microsoft 365
Microsoft Copilot: Building a Practical AI Foundation in Your Microsoft 365 Environment by Janey Treleaven, Founder & CEO – Intelligence Assistand Joel Zuluaga, Managing Director – Acrotec (IT Managed Services) Artificial intelligence is only transformational when it is relevant, trusted, and easy to adopt. At Intelligence Assist and Acrotec we approach Copilot from two complementary […]
Expectations vs Reality: Understanding AI Tools
“I asked ChatGPT to analyse my company’s financial data and it couldn’t even open my Excel file properly!” Sound familiar? This frustration represents the classic gap between what people expect AI to do and what it’s actually designed for. Just as you wouldn’t use a hammer to tighten a screw, different AI tools have specific […]
AI News 2025 Vol. 2: Deep Research, DeepSeek & More
Learn how Deep Research AI tools are transforming small business intelligence gathering, saving hours while delivering better insights.
Say Hello to AI Janey | Intelligence Assist’s Digital Twin
Say hello to AI Janey – Intelligence Assist’s innovative digital twin! Powered by Portalis.ai, this personalised AI avatar brings a human touch to online business interactions, revolutionising customer engagement for SMEs.
2024: From AI Hype to Real-World Impact – A Founder’s Reflection
AI in 2024 shifted from hype to practical impact, helping small businesses innovate with accessible, no-code solutions tailored to their needs.
AI Literacy: 12 Terms Everyone Should Know
Learn the 12 must-know AI terms that will help you navigate our AI-driven world. Whether you’re new to AI or looking to expand your understanding, this guide covers foundational and advanced concepts, empowering you to interact confidently with AI systems.
Decoding the Australian Voluntary AI Safety Standard: A Practical Guide for SMEs
Written by Janey Treleaven with help from NotebookLM by Google and Claude Sonnet 3.5 Today, we’re diving into the new Australian Voluntary AI Safety Standard. As someone with ADHD, I find reading policy documents challenging, but I’m excited to share how I tackled this one using an innovative approach. First, let me introduce you to […]
AI Tool Review: InsightWise – Unlocking Strategic AI-Powered Insights.
Written by Janey Treleaven with help from Claude Sonnet 3.5 I first met Katherine Larish a few months ago and was immediately impressed with InsightWise. Katherine took her extensive experience in consulting services and transformed it into an AI-powered reasoning engine tool that went on to win the people’s choice award at the National AI […]
Early September AI News: Regulation, Costs, and Breakthroughs
TL;DR AI News Australia proposes new regulatory guidelines for AI systems, potentially becoming mandatory for high-risk applications Rising implementation costs and energy consumption of AI raise concerns for businesses and the environment Major advancements in AI infrastructure and models push the boundaries of technological capabilities Breakthroughs in AI image generation, particularly in text rendering, reshape […]
Mid August AI News: From AI Giants and Disruptors to Navigating Innovation and Regulation
TL;DR The Big 6 AI companies are engaged in a competitive race, each carving out its own niche while pushing the boundaries of AI innovation. Emerging players like Zoom and Perplexity AI are disrupting established markets with AI-powered tools. The EU has implemented the AI Act, setting a regulatory framework for AI development and use. […]
