Knowing where your organisation sits on the AI maturity curve is one of the most practical things you can do right now. To be clear, the curve doesn’t just measure whether your team has done AI training, but how well your tools, workflows, leadership, governance and culture are working together. It's a whole-of-organisation lens. That said, training is one of the most powerful levers you can pull on your AI journey and where you focus on your training effort should be shaped by where you sit on the maturity curve. 

Deloitte's 2026 State of AI in the Enterprise report found only 25% of organisations have moved 40% or more of their AI pilots into production. 

The pilots work so the technology isn't the problem.  So what is?

I have long advocated that AI isn’t a technology issue, it's a people issue. The tool got deployed but the people didn't.  This is a solvable problem.  The organisations that make it to business as usual do the human work first.  They engage with their staff, they redesign roles and workflows, they build capability and equip middle managers to be change leaders.

Llew Jury our MD spent the past two days at SuperAI Singapore, Asia's largest AI conference. Ten thousand attendees with 1,500 AI companies from more than 150 countries, all packed into Marina Bay Sands. Balaji Srinivasan, Max Tegmark and Benedict Evans on the main stage alongside leaders from OpenAI, Google DeepMind, Mistral and MiniMax.

There is a lot of hype in the AI conversation right now. Most of it is not helping Australian business owners make better decisions. 

Many businesses I speak to think “AI Agent” is one category in an AI strategy. From the outside, they can appear similar. They live on websites or inside business applications. But there are a number of different ‘levels’ of agents and understanding what they are and what you might need changes everything about your AI strategy.  

When I started out, entry-level roles were the engine room of the business world. It was where graduates learn the ropes, where the "grunt work" gets done and where the next generation of leaders is forged through the fire of repetitive, foundational tasks.

But in the age of generative, agentic and predictive AI, that engine room is being automated.

In the current landscape, the conversation around AI is often dominated by technological specifications, rapid deployment metrics and the looming shadow of automation. But at Advancer, we believe this misses the most critical component of the equation: the people.

2025 was a turning point for AI adoption in Australian business. After years of interest and experimentation, the conversation shifted from “Is AI real?” to “Is this actually working?”

AI-Enabled Small Business Guide: The Advancer founders share practical insights for small-medium businesses on implementing AI, managing change and creating an effective organisational structure.

You’ve asked and we’ve listened, find out all of your questions to what Advancer can do for your business and how we are progressing in AI.

Our last Toolstack included a curated selection of the AI tools that integrate seamlessly into existing network set ups. As AI is constantly changing, we have updated our toolstack to include the very latest technology that would help SMEs implement AI technology.

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If you've been keeping an eye on the tech landscape lately, you might have noticed a bit of a worrying trend. While the rest of the world seems to be charging ahead with artificial intelligence, Australia appears to be dragging its heels. It's not that we're not using AI, we certainly are, but our approach is marked by caution, perhaps even fear, that could be holding us back from reaping the full benefits of this revolutionary technology.

For small and medium enterprises looking to implement AI, choosing the right tools can be as challenging as implementing the technology itself. That's why we've curated Advancer's 2025 Toolstack, a carefully selected collection of AI tools that work together to transform how SMEs operate.

In the rapidly evolving landscape of business services, a new model is emerging that promises to transform how companies operate, scale and compete. At Advancer, we call it "The AI Agency", a revolutionary approach that combines human expertise with artificial intelligence to deliver unprecedented value with significantly fewer resources.

In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, artificial intelligence is no longer just a buzzword, it's transforming how companies operate across every industry. Yet many small and medium enterprises find themselves watching from the sidelines, feeling the AI revolution is passing them by.

Feeling overwhelmed by the technical complexity of AI? You're not alone. Many small and medium business owners believe that implementing artificial intelligence requires a computer science degree or a team of developers. The good news? It doesn't.

Data is the fuel that powers AI, but not all data is created equal. For many SMEs, the biggest barrier to AI adoption isn't technology, it's having properly structured data to work with. If you've been collecting business data but aren't sure if it's "AI-ready," this guide is for you.

As a small business owner, you may not be thinking about exiting your business right now, but it’s important to have a plan in place. Whether you plan to sell your business, transfer it to a family member, or simply retire, having an exit plan can help you maximise your return on investment and ensure a smooth transition.

A people-first culture is one that values the well-being, development, and growth of its employees above all else. It's a culture that prioritizes diversity, inclusivity, and teamwork. This type of culture can lead to significant business growth, as happy, engaged employees are more productive, committed, and innovative.

Organisational change can be a challenging and sometimes overwhelming process, but it's often necessary for businesses to stay competitive and adapt to changing market conditions.