The Northeast
AI Buddy Framework
Democratising AI Fluency for Regional SME Productivity.
About The Project
Our six-month feasibility pilot addresses a critical gap: generic classroom training models fail SMEs. Businesses need hands-on workflow integration, not theory.
Buddy-Driven Model
We connect local digital talent directly to regional SME tech workflows. It's about bottom-up transmission matching the right talent with the right firm.
Reverse Mentoring
Digital Reverse Mentoring (DRM) pairs an AI Buddy with an AI Champion to tackle real business pain points, creating applied, live AI workflows.
Safe Implementation
Strict adherence to enterprise-grade tools with signed Data Processing Agreements. We eliminate the risks associated with unstructured 'Shadow AI'.
Our Two-Phase Delivery Blueprint
Validation & Matching
Months 1 - 4
- Hosted at the TriBeCa Hub, North East BIC and Software Centre
- Intensive mapping of operational pain points
- NLP Dashboard pairs Buddies with SMEs
Workplace Implementation
Months 5 - 6
- SMEs begin direct collaboration
- 4 to 6 week intensive integration period
- Building and deploying live solutions
About Us
We are a dedicated team focused on shifting regional workforces from AI 'Novices' to 'Champions'. By addressing the digital readiness gap today, we proactively future-proof our local economy.
Our ultimate mission is to create an ecosystem of continuous, peer-led learning. We are deeply committed to our local community, ensuring that technology serves as a bridge, not a barrier.
Regional Employment
Promoting SME AI adoption and pathways to Tech jobs.
Diversity & Inclusion
Proudly striving for gender parity and neurodivergent opportunities in tech pathways and placements.
Our Partners
We are incredibly proud to collaborate with a fantastic network of partners to bring this vision to life.
Get Involved
Interested in becoming a Buddy, partnering your SME with us, or learning more about the framework? Reach out to our project leaders directly.