Demand for AI and digital programmes boost training provider

Training provider Nine Dots Development has reported its strongest trading in its history after launching new cutting-edge AI and digital funded programmes earlier this year.

The Derby firm, which provides funded learning programmes as well as training in HR, management and leadership to companies around the world, launched its digital arm with four new programmes, which started in April.

Nine Dots now offers a funded Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Automation Champion Level 4 programme, completed in 15 months, along with a data technician, data analyst and digital support technician programmes.

Now the company has seen rocketing demand with its highest ever number of new course starters, pulling in nearly £350,000 in funding alone in just one month.

The launch of the company’s new digital and AI programmes have boosted its revenue to more than £1.16million over two months alone, its highest ever total.

The company has taken on three key new members of staff to deliver and oversee the digital training as businesses across the UK rush to equip themselves in the latest expert knowledge on successful AI implementation.

The huge surge in demand comes after a £725 million Government investment in apprenticeships with a focus on digital skills, and the launch of new 12 and 15-month courses.

Company co-founder James Davison, who heads up the digital arm of Nine Dots Development, is passionate about helping businesses implement AI safely and ethically.

He said: “We’ve been blown away by the take-up of our new digital programmes.

“We are putting on more groups than we anticipated. People are very keen to learn all about AI and how best to use it.

“Government research has shown that take-up of AI is significantly greater in large companies than in small to medium enterprises.

“Training up staff in these new digital skills is a great way for businesses to ensure they are able to take advantage of the tools, efficiencies and ideas sharpening that AI can offer.”