Artificial Intelligence in Business: Trends, Tools, and Practical Applications
On May 20, 2025, an expert lecture titled “Artificial Intelligence in Business – Trends, Tools, and Practical Use” was held at Constantine the Philosopher University in Nitra. The event aimed to present the possibilities of applying artificial intelligence (AI) in the environment of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and to support their digital transformation through the use of high-performance computing (HPC). The event was organized by the Union of Slovak Clusters. The content of the lecture focused on current trends in the field of AI, the presentation of specific tools and technologies, as well as practical examples of their application in business practice.
The discussion also addressed the challenges and opportunities that AI presents for small and medium-sized enterprises, as well as the possibilities for effectively implementing solutions based on high-performance computing (HPC) infrastructure. One of the main speakers was Lucia Malíčková, who represented the National Supercomputing Centre (NSCC) and the National Competence Centre for High-Performance Computing (NCC for HPC). In her presentation, she outlined specific examples of AI applications across various sectors, as well as the services and support that NSCC and NCC provide to companies in adopting innovative and digital solutions. She also emphasized the opportunities for Slovak enterprises to engage in European initiatives related to AI and supercomputing.
The event took place within the framework of the BrAIn project – Bringing Artificial Intelligence towards SMEs, which is funded by the Interreg Danube Region Programme. The project supports digitalization and innovation in small and medium-sized enterprises across the Danube region by facilitating knowledge transfer in the field of artificial intelligence.
The National Supercomputing Centre (NSCC), together with the National Competence Centre for High-Performance Computing (NCC for HPC), provides professional support, consulting services, and access to advanced technologies for businesses interested in leveraging artificial intelligence and high-performance computing. This assistance enables companies to implement innovative solutions effectively. These institutions also organize expert events, workshops, and tailored consultations focused on addressing the specific needs of small and medium-sized enterprises during their digital transformation journey.