Tradespeople can use the Digi-Check to get an initial assessment of whether AI can be used effectively in their business. (Photo: © Created by the Mittelstand-Digital Zentrum Handwerk with DALL·E)
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May 2026
The Mittelstand-Digital Zentrum Handwerk (SME Digital Center for Crafts) has expanded its digitalization check to include the category of artificial intelligence. Craft businesses can now use this to get an initial assessment of whether AI is relevant to their operations.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) It's no longer a topic of the future – not even in the skilled trades. AI offers businesses concrete opportunities to Simplify work processes, to save time and remain competitive.
The Mittelstand-Digital Zentrum Handwerk (MDZH) has his Digi-Check to the new category KI expanded. With this step, the center supports craft businesses in becoming faster. to assessWhether AI plays a role in your own business – and whether the most important prerequisites for it are already in place. The MDHZ also offers a free E-learning course "Artificial intelligence".
Since 2026, the new category has been added Artificial Intelligence the Digi-Check. It offers a simple introduction to the topic, requiring no prior technical knowledge. The focus is not on measuring AI maturity. Instead, the tool helps to Determine whether AI can be used effectively in business. Businesses can access the Digi-Check and which prerequisites have already been met. for free and without registration. > Click here for the digital check
The Digi-Check was with Professionals from craft organizations together developed and thoroughly revised once again. Businesses now use it both for consulting purposes and directly within their own operations. Online tool It provides a structured overview of how far a company has progressed in digitalization and clarifies where concrete action is needed.
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Furthermore, the MDHZ offers a free E-learning course "Artificial intelligence", which imparts practical knowledge to craftsmen and shows how to use artificial intelligence meaningfully and safely in Daily work routine can use.
The course provides answers to the questions: What specific benefits can AI offer your business? How can tools like ChatGPT, AI image generators, or intelligent assistance systems support everyday office life, communication, or organization? The course is for free, can be completed regardless of time and location and requires No prior registration required. The modules can be used independently of each other, so you Select the content specifically can be particularly relevant to your business. Click here for > E-learning course "AI in the trades"
The Mittelstand-Digital Zentrum Handwerk (MDZH) Supports craft businesses and craft organizations in leveraging the opportunities of digital technologies, processes, and business models – free of charge, vendor-neutral, and nationwide in Germany. Since 2024, there has been a special focus on artificial intelligence. Contact person: Hans-Heinrich Wietfeld
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