Using AI to Improve Productivity & Efficiency
Thu 16 Oct
|The Edge Conference
Free Business Event in Wigan
Time & Location
16 Oct 2025, 09:00 – 11:00
The Edge Conference, Riveredge, Wigan WN3 5AB, UK
About the event
“I want to use AI in my business, but it seems complex and I don’t know where to start.” Sound familiar? You’re not alone. Many business owners know AI has the potential to save time and boost efficiency, but the challenge is knowing where to begin.
The reality is, AI and automation tools can save hours of repetitive work, simplify complex daily tasks, and free up your team to focus on what really matters.
A study by the University of St Andrews found that adopting AI results in productivity gains of between 27% and 133%
This is why Practical Business Solutions is hosting a free event in Wigan, in collaboration with our partner Twenty Four IT, to give you the knowledge and confidence to take your first step into AI without the jargon or complexity.
Event Details
9am - Arrive for refreshments (including tea/coffee, breakfast pastries, fruit) and the opportunity to network
9:30am - Start of the discussion on AI, including the opportunity for Q&A
11am - Finish - our team will stick around for any specific questions you may have
Speakers
Mike Smith - Managing Director, TwentyFour IT - Mike has over 50 years’ global business experience and, since joining TwentyFour IT in 2017, has driven growth, international expansion, and enhanced cyber security services.
Tony Houlihan - Chief Technology Officer, TwentyFour IT - Tony has worked in IT since the 1990s and founded TwentyFour IT Services in 2014 to deliver 24/7 support. With decades of experience guiding businesses through tech change, he’s well-placed to show how AI can drive productivity and efficiency.
What You’ll Learn
At this free event, you’ll discover:
✅ How AI can save you time & money across your business
✅ Practical, real-world use cases – not just theory
✅ Simple automation tools you can start using straight away
✅ How to adopt AI securely and responsibly
✅ Ways to gain a competitive edge in your market
This is not a sales pitch. It’s an educational discussion designed to demystify AI and show you how to make it work for your business.
Why You Shouldn’t Miss It
AI isn’t the future – it’s here now. Businesses that adopt it early are already:
Cutting admin time
Reducing costs
Improving decision-making
Creating a better customer experience
Don’t get left behind – join us and see how AI could transform your business.