--- title: "AI Strategy" description: "18 articles by SIMO GmbH on AI Strategy." canonical: "https://simo-online.com/en/blog/topic/ai-strategy" --- # AI Strategy 18 articles by SIMO GmbH on AI Strategy. - [From AI euphoria to value creation: leadership decides](https://simo-online.com/en/blog/ki-euphorie-wertschoepfung-fuehrung-2026.md): 70 percent of AI projects fail—not because of the technology, but because of strategy and leadership. Learn what successful companies do differently and how to move from PoC to production. - [AI funding: grants and programs for midsize companies](https://simo-online.com/en/blog/ki-foerdermittel-zuschuesse-mittelstand-2026.md): AI funding programs for small and midsize companies, from the Digitalbonus and BAFA consulting grants to the research tax credit, with the current status of ZIM. Concrete amounts, practical examples, and application tips. - [Change management in AI adoption: why people decide](https://simo-online.com/en/blog/change-management-ki-einfuehrung-mittelstand-2026.md): 67 percent of companies encounter AI resistance. The 5-step framework for successful AI adoption—with practical examples and checklist. - [Data-driven AI: why it decides competitiveness in 2026](https://simo-online.com/en/blog/data-driven-ai-strategie-unternehmen-2026.md): Data-driven AI is changing how companies work. Learn why AI built on your own data decides competitiveness in 2026 and how to steer the change. - [Data quality: the foundation of every AI project](https://simo-online.com/en/blog/datenqualitaet-ki-fundament-mittelstand-2026.md): 85 percent of AI projects fail due to poor data. A practical guide to data quality for midsize companies—with framework, case study, and checklist. - [Skilled labor shortage: how AI closes the productivity gap](https://simo-online.com/en/blog/ki-fachkraeftemangel-produktivitaet-mittelstand-2026.md): The skilled labor shortage costs Germany €86 billion a year. How AI preserves know-how, raises productivity, and helps midsize companies close the gap. - [AI ROI in midsize companies: how AI pays off](https://simo-online.com/en/blog/ki-roi-mittelstand-berechnung-2026.md): Concrete ROI calculations, current study data, and practical examples show: Germany’s Mittelstand invests too little in AI and is leaving billions on the table. - [From pilot to production: why AI projects must scale](https://simo-online.com/en/blog/ki-piloten-produktion-skalierung-2026.md): 95 percent of GenAI projects deliver no measurable ROI. Why the step from experiment to production defines 2026, and how a 5-phase model supports scaling. - [Why most AI projects miss their ROI](https://simo-online.com/en/blog/ki-roi-2026-warum-95-prozent-scheitern.md): 56 percent of CEOs report zero measurable AI ROI. Learn why most AI projects deliver no return and which Three-Pillar Framework the most successful 5 percent apply. - [Data-driven AI: why data quality determines AI success](https://simo-online.com/en/blog/data-driven-ai-datenqualitaet-ki-erfolg-2026.md): Find out why data quality is the biggest challenge for AI in the Mittelstand. With a 5-step plan, practical example, and concrete recommendations for data-driven AI projects. - [AI trends 2026: 7 developments for midsize companies](https://simo-online.com/en/blog/ki-trends-2026-sieben-entwicklungen-mittelstand.md): From Agentic AI to EU AI Act to Shadow AI: the 7 decisive AI trends 2026 for Germany’s Mittelstand. With concrete recommendations and practical examples. - [AI coaching vs. AI consulting: what does your business need?](https://simo-online.com/en/blog/ki-coaching-vs-beratung.md): AI coaching or AI consulting? Discover the key differences, typical costs, scenarios, and how to choose the right approach for your business. - [Digitalbonus Bavaria: up to €30,000 for AI and automation](https://simo-online.com/en/blog/digitalbonus-bayern-2026.md): Everything about the Digitalbonus Bavaria 2026: funding amounts, application process, eligible AI projects, and typical reasons for rejection. A practical guide for SMEs in Bavaria. - [AI for small and midsize companies without an IT department](https://simo-online.com/en/blog/ki-fuer-kmu-so-setzt-dus-ohne-it-abteilung-um.md): A practical blueprint for AI automation without an IT department: 10 use cases, a 30-60-90-day plan, a minimum governance standard, and concrete savings. - [Developing an AI strategy: a 7-step guide](https://simo-online.com/en/blog/ki-strategie-entwickeln.md): How to develop a solid AI strategy for your business. 7 proven steps from analysis to implementation, with concrete tips for midsize companies and midsize companies. - [What does AI consulting cost? Models and ROI](https://simo-online.com/en/blog/ki-beratung-kosten.md): Current prices and pricing models for AI consulting in Germany. Learn about typical hourly rates, project flat fees, and how to maximize the ROI of your AI investment. - [Calculating the ROI of AI automation](https://simo-online.com/en/blog/ki-automatisierung-roi.md): How to calculate the return on investment of your AI automation. With a proven formula, three real-world calculation examples, and concrete tips for ROI maximization. - [AI agents in business: an introduction and practical guide](https://simo-online.com/en/blog/ki-agenten-fuer-unternehmen.md): Introducing AI agents in your company: strategic planning, pilot projects, scaling, and best practices. The complete guide for successful deployment of autonomous AI systems. Rendered version: https://simo-online.com/en/blog/topic/ai-strategy