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Announcing the launch of the Kern AI eLearning Platform!
AI adoption fails without people. Our AI eLearning platform for Mittelstand and SMEs delivers role-based, German-language training with expert support — helping employees apply AI confidently and securely in daily work while ensuring compliance.
Jason Wirth
9/17/2025
AI Adoption Starts with People, Not Just Technology
AI is no longer a futuristic concept — it’s a daily reality. From automating routine tasks to enabling faster decisions, the potential of artificial intelligence in business is enormous. Yet despite the hype, many AI initiatives still fall flat.
Why? Because true AI adoption doesn’t start with technology. It starts with people.
Employees need the right skills, confidence, and context to use AI tools productively and securely. Without that, even the most advanced AI investments risk gathering dust — or worse, creating compliance issues.
That’s why we built an AI eLearning platform designed specifically for real-world use in Mittelstand and SME businesses. Our platform empowers teams to apply AI in their daily work — safely, effectively, and with expert guidance every step of the way.
The Problem: Technology Without People
Many organizations assume that buying AI tools will automatically boost productivity, streamline workflows, and generate results. But the reality is different:
- Employees hesitate. Many are unsure when and how they’re allowed to use AI.
- Knowledge gaps appear. Without proper training, AI tools are misused or underused.
- Compliance risks rise. Sensitive data may be shared with public AI systems, creating potential breaches.
It’s a major factor behind the 95% failure rate of enterprise AI projects.
Generic online courses don’t help to solve this. They’re often too broad, too theoretical, and not aligned with employees’ daily challenges. For HR, finance, IT, or sales staff, this means training that feels irrelevant — leaving adoption fragmented and slow.
The result: companies spend heavily on AI, but fail to capture its value.
The Solution: Practical, Role-Based eLearning
To succeed, AI training must be practical, role-specific, and flexible.
Our eLearning platform was built with Mittelstand & SME companies specifically in mind. It blends self-paced lessons, interactive exercises, and live sessions with AI experts — so employees learn skills they can apply immediately in their jobs.
The result is simple: teams gain confidence in using AI, while organizations maintain compliance and governance.
Key Benefits of Our Approach
- German-language content -Clear, accessible lessons for employees at every level.
- Role-based modules - Tailored tracks for HR, finance, IT, sales, leadership, and more.
- Expert support - Regular office hours with instructors to answer real-world questions.
- Flexible learning - Lessons of 5–10 minutes fit easily into the workday, complemented by live sessions for deeper insights.
- Compliance built-in - Covers GDPR, the EU AI Act, and works council requirements — giving leadership and IT peace of mind.
How It Works
- Select a track → Choose modules relevant to each role or specific requirements.
- Learn in micro-steps → Bite-sized lessons that make learning manageable and effective.
- Apply immediately → Practical templates, examples, and do’s & don’ts for everyday use.
- Get expert support → Join office hours for Q&A and guidance.
- Measure adoption → Track completion, confidence, and ROI to prove impact.
Modules Overview
- AI at Work → Everyday productivity, smarter search, and better writing.
- Knowledge Management → Structuring and retrieving company knowledge securely.
- Compliance & Security → GDPR, AI Act, DORA, and safe AI usage.
- Leadership & Strategy → Driving AI transformation and scaling adoption.
Final Thoughts
AI adoption isn’t about adding another tool to the stack. It’s about equipping people with the skills and confidence to use AI responsibly and effectively.
With our eLearning platform, Mittelstand businesses can build AI literacy across every role — unlocking productivity, maintaining compliance, and ensuring adoption doesn’t stall.
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