Member Opportunity – Flexible AI Upskilling Fund Pilot

We are excited to share an important opportunity that could significantly benefit your organizations. The UK government has announced the Flexible AI Upskilling Fund Pilot, an AI training grant designed to help businesses integrate artificial intelligence into their operations. The deadline for applications is August 18th, 2024, so act fast to take advantage of this fantastic opportunity.

Grant Overview

The Flexible AI Upskilling Fund Pilot aims to support various sectors by providing the necessary resources for AI training and development. This initiative is crucial for businesses looking to enhance their capabilities and stay competitive in a rapidly evolving market.

Eligible Standard Industrial Classifications (SICs)

The grant covers a broad range of professional, scientific, and technical activities. Here are the eligible SICs:

69: Legal and Accounting Activities

• 69.10: Legal activities – Includes legal advice, representation, and preparation of legal documents.
• 69.20: Accounting, bookkeeping, and auditing activities; tax consultancy – Encompasses financial record-keeping, auditing, and tax consultancy services.

70: Activities of Head Offices; Management Consultancy Activities

• 70.10: Activities of head offices – Management and strategic planning for company units.
• 70.22: Business and other management consultancy activities – Advising on management issues, strategic planning, and operational improvements.

71: Architectural and Engineering Activities; Technical Testing and Analysis

• 71.11: Architectural activities – Designing buildings, structures, and landscape architecture.
• 71.12: Engineering activities and related technical consultancy – Engineering services and design of machinery, equipment, and processes.
• 71.20: Technical testing and analysis – Testing and analysis of materials and products for quality and compliance.

72: Scientific Research and Development

• 72.11: Research and experimental development on biotechnology – R&D in medical, agricultural, and industrial biotechnology.
• 72.19: Other research and experimental development on natural sciences and engineering – Various scientific and engineering R&D activities.

73: Advertising and Market Research

• 73.11: Advertising agencies – Creating and placing advertisements and planning campaigns.
• 73.20: Market research and public opinion polling – Market and consumer information gathering and analysis.

74: Other Professional, Scientific and Technical Activities

• 74.10: Specialised design activities – Industrial, graphic, and interior design services.
• 74.20: Photographic activities – Commercial and portrait photography services.
• 74.30: Translation and interpretation activities – Language translation and interpretation services.
• 74.90: Other professional, scientific and technical activities n.e.c. – Various professional and technical services not classified elsewhere.

77: Rental and Leasing Activities

• 77.11: Rental and leasing of cars and light motor vehicles – Renting or leasing cars and light vehicles.
• 77.12: Rental and leasing of trucks – Renting or leasing trucks and heavy vehicles.
• 77.29: Renting and leasing of other personal and household goods – Renting and leasing items like sports equipment, furniture, and electronics.

78: Employment Activities

• 78.10: Activities of employment placement agencies – Matching job seekers with job vacancies.
• 78.20: Temporary employment agency activities – Providing temporary workers to businesses.
• 78.30: Other human resources provision – HR services including payroll processing and recruitment.

82: Office Administrative, Office Support and Other Business Support Activities

• 82.11: Combined office administrative service activities – Billing, record keeping, and HR services.
• 82.20: Activities of call centres – Customer inquiries, telemarketing, and support services.
• 82.30: Organisation of conventions and trade shows – Planning and organising conventions and trade shows.
• 82.99: Other business support service activities n.e.c. – Miscellaneous business support services not classified elsewhere.

Application Deadline

Don’t miss out! The deadline for applications is August 18th, 2024.

For more information and to apply, visit the official government grants page here.