AI and digital transformation of business

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Businesses across Ireland are increasingly embracing AI and digital technologies to enhance productivity, improve decision-making, and unlock new opportunities for growth. The personas and case studies illustrate how organisations of different sizes and sectors are approaching AI adoption and digital transformation in practical ways.

The government’s updated National Digital and AI Strategy, Digital Ireland – Connecting our People, Securing our Future, sets out a clear vision and ambition to 2030 to position Ireland as a leading digital nation in an increasingly competitive global landscape. The strategy outlines how Ireland will harness digital technologies and artificial intelligence to drive innovation, strengthen economic competitiveness, and improve public services.

The Charter for Digital Inclusion is a set of commitments to which business and other organisations can sign up to maximise their efforts in contributing to bridging the digital gap by promoting basic digital skills, building awareness and helping people get online. By signing the Charter, organisations demonstrate a shared commitment to inclusive digital participation, helping to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to benefit from Ireland’s ongoing digital transformation.

Grow Digital is a practical digital toolkit designed to help businesses assess their current level of digital readiness and identify the next steps in their digital transformation journey. Through a simple assessment, organisations can gain tailored recommendations on how to strengthen their digital capabilities and improve business performance.

The European Digital Innovation Hubs ( EDIH’s) are supporting digital transformation in SMEs and public sector organisations by encouraging the adoption of the latest advances in the three key technologies of cybersecurity, artificial intelligence and high-performance computing.

The EU AI Act is the world’s first comprehensive legal framework for artificial intelligence. It sets out clear rules to ensure that AI systems used across the European Union are safe, transparent, and respect fundamental rights. For organisations in Ireland, the Act introduces new responsibilities. To navigate these requirements, the answers to ten questions provide a practical overview of the key issues for businesses.

The EU AI Act establishes a comprehensive framework for the development, deployment, and use of artificial intelligence across the European Union. This section provides an overview of the key elements of the Act, including the risk hierarchy used to classify AI systems, the rules governing general-purpose AI models, and the obligations that apply to organisations developing or using AI.

The Enterprise Digital Advisory Forum (EDAF) has been established to support government in accelerating the digitalisation of enterprise across Ireland. The forum brings together representatives from indigenous businesses of all sizes, multinational enterprises, and experts in digital technologies and their adoption. It provides a focused platform for government to engage directly with industry ensuring that policy development is informed by real-world experience.

Ireland plays an active role in shaping Europe’s digital future through key initiatives such as the Digital Decade programme and the D9+ group of leading digital nations. By contributing to EU policy and collaboration, Ireland helps drive ambitious targets for connectivity, skills, digital transformation and innovation. Engagement at this level strengthens partnerships and ensures Ireland’s priorities and enterprise needs are reflected in European decision-making. Through this leadership, Ireland reinforces its position as a proactive and influential voice in Europe’s digital agenda.

Ireland is aligning with key European digital regulations to create a consistent, trusted framework for businesses and consumers. Measures such as the Digital Services Act, Digital Markets Act and Data Act are shaping how data is governed, shared and protected. This harmonisation ensures clarity, reduces complexity, and supports compliance across EU and Irish markets. It also strengthens Ireland’s position as a competitive, innovation-friendly digital economy.