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Explore tailored consulting services, innovative solutions & expert process optimisation today. title: AI Adoption & Opportunities Research | Sans Souci x InterTrade Ireland image: https://www.sanssouci.co.uk/hubfs/Sans%20Souci%20Logo-1.png --- [![Sans Souci](https://www.sanssouci.co.uk/hubfs/site-files/full_logo_colour.svg)](https://www.sanssouci.co.uk/?hsLang=en-gb) - About [About Us](https://www.sanssouci.co.uk/about/about-us?hsLang=en-gb) [Meet The Team](https://www.sanssouci.co.uk/about/meet-the-team?hsLang=en-gb) [Careers](https://www.sanssouci.co.uk/about/careers?hsLang=en-gb) - Services [Overview](https://www.sanssouci.co.uk/services/overview?hsLang=en-gb) [AI & Transformation](https://www.sanssouci.co.uk/services/ai-transformation?hsLang=en-gb) [Process Optimisation](https://www.sanssouci.co.uk/services/process-optimisation?hsLang=en-gb) [Automation](https://www.sanssouci.co.uk/services/automation?hsLang=en-gb) - Case Studies [Overview](https://www.sanssouci.co.uk/coming-soon?hsLang=en-gb) [Individual Studies](https://www.sanssouci.co.uk/coming-soon?hsLang=en-gb) - Spark Digital [What We Do](https://www.sanssouci.co.uk/spark-digital/what-we-do?hsLang=en-gb) [Packages](https://www.sanssouci.co.uk/spark-digital/packages?hsLang=en-gb) [Results](https://www.sanssouci.co.uk/spark-digital/results?hsLang=en-gb) - Tools [Assessment](https://www.sanssouci.co.uk/coming-soon?hsLang=en-gb) [Results](https://www.sanssouci.co.uk/coming-soon?hsLang=en-gb) [Let's Talk](https://www.sanssouci.co.uk/contact-us?hsLang=en-gb) About [About Us](https://www.sanssouci.co.uk/about/about-us?hsLang=en-gb) [Meet The Team](https://www.sanssouci.co.uk/about/meet-the-team?hsLang=en-gb) [Careers](https://www.sanssouci.co.uk/about/careers?hsLang=en-gb) Services [Overview](https://www.sanssouci.co.uk/services/overview?hsLang=en-gb) [AI & Transformation](https://www.sanssouci.co.uk/services/ai-transformation?hsLang=en-gb) [Process Optimisation](https://www.sanssouci.co.uk/services/process-optimisation?hsLang=en-gb) [Automation](https://www.sanssouci.co.uk/services/automation?hsLang=en-gb) Case Studies [Overview](https://www.sanssouci.co.uk/coming-soon?hsLang=en-gb) [Individual Studies](https://www.sanssouci.co.uk/coming-soon?hsLang=en-gb) Spark Digital [What We Do](https://www.sanssouci.co.uk/spark-digital/what-we-do?hsLang=en-gb) [Packages](https://www.sanssouci.co.uk/spark-digital/packages?hsLang=en-gb) [Results](https://www.sanssouci.co.uk/spark-digital/results?hsLang=en-gb) Tools [Assessment](https://www.sanssouci.co.uk/coming-soon?hsLang=en-gb) [Results](https://www.sanssouci.co.uk/coming-soon?hsLang=en-gb) [Let's Talk](https://www.sanssouci.co.uk/contact-us?hsLang=en-gb) [![Sans Souci](https://www.sanssouci.co.uk/hubfs/full_logo_colour.png)](https://www.sanssouci.co.uk?hsLang=en-gb) × [![InterTradeIreland](https://www.sanssouci.co.uk/hubfs/ITI%20LOGO.png)](https://www.intertradeireland.com) [About the Research](https://www.sanssouci.co.uk/ai-adoption-opportunities-research-sans-souci-intertradeireland#about) [What's Involved](https://www.sanssouci.co.uk/ai-adoption-opportunities-research-sans-souci-intertradeireland#involved) [Take Survey Now Survey](https://sansouciconsulting.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_85R32Kh029AwjzM) ![InterTradeIreland](https://www.sanssouci.co.uk/hubfs/ITI%20LOGO.png) All-Island Research · 2026 · AI Adoption, Opportunities, and Impact for SMEs # Is AI working for your business? We're conducting independent research across Ireland and Northern Ireland to understand how small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are really using AI - and what support businesses actually need. Your voice shapes the outcome. ## Are you driving SME innovation and AI adoption? If you work in policy, procurement, or pilot initiatives, this research needs your perspective too. Help us build an evidence base that reflects the full picture to drive alignment and collaboration. [Take Survey Now →](https://sansouciconsulting.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_85R32Kh029AwjzM) [Find Out More](https://www.sanssouci.co.uk/ai-adoption-opportunities-research-sans-souci-intertradeireland#about) Research at a glance 260k+ SMEs across the island 2 Jurisdictions - Ireland and Northern Ireland 6 months Research programme Policy Impact Findings inform policy 📋 **Commissioned by InterTradeIreland** Independent research conducted by Sans Souci, Queen's University Belfast, and Ulster University About the research ## Independent research that puts SMEs first Commissioned by InterTradeIreland and conducted by Sans Souci, this study will cut through the hype to produce an honest, evidence-based picture of AI adoption across the island of Ireland. We want to understand what's actually happening in SMEs - and turn that into recommendations that inform policy and shape support programmes in both jurisdictions. 01 **Mapping current AI use** What tools and approaches are SMEs across the island actually using today? 02 **Measuring productivity gains** Where is AI delivering measurable improvements - and where is it falling short? 03 **Understanding the barriers** What's stopping more businesses from adopting AI with confidence? 04 **Shaping policy** What support do SMEs actually need - and how can public bodies deliver it? Why take part ## Your experience matters 🎯 ### Inform future AI policy Your insights feed into recommendations that help inform future AI policy and SME support discussions across the Irish Government and the Northern Ireland Executive. 📊 ### Benchmark your business See how your organisation's AI adoption compares with anonymised survey results from similar businesses, helping you reflect on next steps and potential opportunities. 📋 ### Early access to survey results Be among the first to see the results. Participants receive exclusive early access to findings on how businesses across Ireland and Northern Ireland are embracing AI. What to expect ## Simple. Confidential. Valuable. 1 #### Register your interest Complete the short form below. No commitment at this stage - we'll follow up to confirm participation and answer questions. 2 minutes 2 #### Complete the online survey A structured survey on your current AI use, challenges you face, and where you see the biggest opportunities. 15–20 minutes 3 #### Optional in-depth interview Selected participants may be invited for a short call to explore your experience in more depth. Entirely optional. 30 minutes · optional 4 #### Receive the findings All participants get exclusive early access to the full research findings on launch day. Your responses remain fully anonymised. Q4 2026 Who we're looking for ## Every sector. Every stage of the AI journey. Whether you're using AI every day, just starting to explore, or haven't started yet - your perspective is what this research needs. We want to hear from SMEs (up to 250 employees) across every sector on the island. Agri-food Technology Manufacturing Retail & Hospitality Professional Services Health & Life Sciences Construction Creative Industries Financial Services Transport & Logistics Education & Training All other sectors Get Involved ## Register for an In-Depth Interview Takes 30 minutes · Entirely optional Data processed in line with UK & EU GDPR. You can withdraw at any time. Questions? [nathaniel.mcgrory@sanssouci.co.uk](mailto:nathaniel.mcgrory@sanssouci.co.uk) · 07706 173255 ![Sans Souci](https://www.sanssouci.co.uk/hubfs/full_logo_colour.png) × ![InterTradeIreland](https://www.sanssouci.co.uk/hubfs/ITI%20LOGO.png) Research commissioned by InterTradeIreland. Conducted by Sans Souci. 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