After the news about the government cutting the AI funding, they have now announced a £32 million investment in AI projects for the productivity in workplaces, and to improve public services. This funding will support 98 projects, which covers over 200 businesses and research organisations across the UK.
Minister for Digital Government and AI, Feryal Clark, spoke about using AI for the benefit of working people. The funded projects cover different industries, as AI becomes more normalised in everyday life. Clark said, “AI will deliver real change for working people across the UK – not only growing our economy but improving our public services.
“That’s why our support for initiatives like this will be so crucial – backing a range of projects which could reduce train delays, give us new ways of maintaining our vital infrastructure, and improve experiences for patients by making it easier to get their prescriptions to them.
“We want technology to boost growth and deliver change right across the board, and I’m confident projects like these will help us realise that ambition.”
How Will AI Improve Efficiency And Public Services?
AI is set to really improve public services. Nottingham-based Anteam is leading a project to improve the delivery of NHS prescriptions. In them using AI algorithms, the project is set to match delivery needs with existing solutions, for a more efficient process overall. This innovation is also expected to reduce carbon emissions and provide a better experience for patients with efficiently done medication delivery.
Hack Partners is working on a project to transform railway maintenance. They are developing an autonomous system to monitor and manage rail infrastructure. This AI-driven technology will identify defects and ensure timely repairs, enhancing the safety and efficiency of the railway network. These advancements will benefit rail users by reducing delays and improving overall service quality.
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How Is AI Supporting High-Growth Industries?
AI is also supporting high-growth industries. V-Lab Ltd has received £165,006 to develop AI-powered training software for the construction sector. Their virtual simulations provide realistic training scenarios, helping workers learn risk assessments and safety protocols.
In the field of electric vehicles, Cambridge-based Monumo has been awarded £750,152 to develop a 3D Generative-AI Tool to improve the design of motors in electric vehicles, for bettered sustainability efforts in commercial transportation, flight, and power generation.
How Will AI Drive Economic Growth And Innovation?
On top of the government’s investment, Robok Limited is developing the SeeGul AI tool to enhance warehouse efficiency. This AI system will monitor operations, improve resource allocation, and identify bottlenecks, helping businesses streamline their processes and boost productivity.
In the retail sector, Kelp Technologies is collaborating with Depop and Selfridges to develop AI tools for real-time pricing and market trend analysis. Dr Kedar Pandya from UKRI explained, “These projects will drive AI innovation and economic growth in a diverse range of high-growth industry sectors in all nations of the UK.
“They complement other investments made through the UKRI Technology Missions Fund, which are already helping to boost growth and productivity across the UK by harnessing the power of AI and other transformative technologies.”
