In today's business environment we know we can use products with artificial intelligence to help us be more productive, but where to begin? Here are seven game-changing AI tools that can transform your productivity and give you more time to focus on strategic growth.
Jaymie Thomas, Co-founder of AI Wales, an AI community based in Cardiff shares solutions that can help you save valuable time and drive efficiency.
Tool: Motion https://www.usemotion.com/
What it does: Calendar and task management
Why I recommend it:
Motion automatically organises your calendar based on priorities and deadlines, adapting in real-time as new commitments arise. By eliminating the need to juggle calendar slots, you're always focused on high-impact activities.
Tool: Make https://www.make.com/
What it does: Business process automation
Why I recommend it:
Make connects the business apps you already use to create intelligent workflows. Automating customer follow-ups and streamlining internal processes, it can significantly reduce repetitive manual tasks, allowing your team to focus on adding value.
Tool: Canva https://www.canva.com/
What it does: Visual media content creation
Why I recommend it:
Canva has evolved into an AI-powered creative suite. It can instantly generate branded content, resize designs for different platforms, and even suggest improvements to your designs. Canva's AI capabilities make it possible to create stunning marketing materials in minutes.
Tool: Repurpose.io https://repurpose.io/
What it does: Distributes marketing materials to different platforms
Why I recommend it:
It automatically adapts your content for different social media platforms. One piece of content can be intelligently reformatted into multiple posts, saving hours of manual work while maintaining consistent brand messaging.
Tool: Cavefish EchoDepth https://www.cavefish.co.uk/
What it does: Emotional AI content analysis
Why I recommend it:
What’s better than waiting to see how your marketing content performs with your audience? Understanding the emotions that it triggers before you publish it! Cardiff firm Cavefish’s EchoDepth technology allows you to explore the emotional signals in your content and then tweak it to resonate with your target customer segment. Genius!
Tool: Claude Assistant https://claude.ai/
What it does: Project planning and strategic thinking
Why I recommend it:
Claude can help you break down complex projects into manageable steps, identify potential roadblocks and suggest efficient execution strategies. It's like having your own strategic advisor available 24/7. Claude is also an excellent tool for your regular queries and research.
Tool: Otter AI https://otter.ai/
What it does: Meeting transcription and summaries
Why I recommend it:
Otter stands out because it can detect and label different voices in your meeting, even when it is hybrid remote and in-person. Its real-time transcription and analysis automatically capture and organise meeting content and actions.
These AI tools represent just the beginning of what's possible with artificial intelligence in business, but they are tools you can start using today. Adopting these solutions can significantly reduce your administrative burden while improving operational efficiency.
My advice? Start with one or two tools that address your most pressing challenges and gradually expand your AI toolkit as you see results.
Discover how the Business Wales Accelerated Growth Programme can help you harness AI for success
The Business Wales Accelerated Growth Programme is here to help you integrate AI solutions into your business to drive productivity and results. With a diverse range of expert coaches, we offer tailored guidance to ensure you maximise these powerful tools. Speak to your BWAGP Relationship Manager today to explore how we can support your journey toward smarter, more efficient business practices.
