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The most powerful model does
not automatically suit your task

Compare AI tools by data access, costs, quality and operating requirements.

Model offerings and prices change quickly. Anyone who only compares feature lists often overlooks data access, licence terms and the effort of a later switch.

IQstruct Engineering assesses AI offerings on the basis of the intended tasks. Cloud interface, API use and local models are compared in terms of governance, ease of use and integration. Coding, research and image or text work can require different tools.

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In a free first conversation we clarify which tools are already in use with you and where gaps remain.

Arrange a first conversation

Scope of services

Compare tools on real tasks

Technical suitability counts for more than the latest model name.

Take costs and dependencies into account

Usage, operating model and switching options are considered together.

Integrate access into the working environment

Data and tools receive the permissions that suit the assignment.

The tool follows the task

IQstruct Engineering assesses AI offerings on the basis of the tasks for which they are to be used.

Cloud interface, direct API use and local models are compared in terms of governance, compliance, costs, ease of use and integration. Coding, research and image or text work can require different tools.

A supporting research tool and an operationally necessary application place different demands on availability. Temporary outages, changed prices and dependence on providers outside the EU are therefore taken into account in the selection; local models can be an option.

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AI tools

Models change, the requirement remains

Quality of results, data requirements, costs and effort decide which tool suits a task.

Approach in the project

  1. Three people collect tasks and possible AI use cases at a tableAi

    1

    Record AI needs

    Those responsible discuss tasks and suitable use cases.

  2. A consultant compares models and providers against requirements on the screenAi

    2

    Select the AI system

    Local models, API connection and providers are compared against tasks and requirements.

  3. An employee checks data flows and company requirements for local processing on the screenAi

    3

    Plan local processing

    Data flows and company requirements determine what is processed locally.

  4. An administrator configures knowledge sources and access rights of an AI assistant on the screenAi

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    Set up the AI system

    Assistant, knowledge sources, connections and approvals are configured.

Three forms of operation compared

Cloud tool

Quick start via a provider's interface.

Direct API use

Integration into your own applications with controlled data paths.

Local model

Operation on your own hardware, and the data stay in-house.

Funding

Clarify funding options before placing the order

Funding programmes may be available for consulting on and trialling your AI project.

IQstruct Engineering supports the survey, the project outline and the preparation of the application documents. Your company submits the application. Whether and to what extent funding is possible depends on the programme, the location and the project.

View funding programmes and requirements

Frequently asked questions

We are glad to answer your detailed questions in a personal conversation.

Is there a permanently best AI provider?

The choice depends on your task. We check prices and model availability at the time of the decision.

When is a local model worthwhile?

When data requirements, availability or costs speak in favour of it. We compare it with cloud and API on your tasks.

How do you avoid dependence on one provider?

Switching options and exit scenarios are taken into account in the selection.

Further industry solutions

Every industry has its particularities. That calls for a reliable partner who knows the requirements and delivers suitable solutions.

First conversation

Arrange a free first conversation

Describe your task. We agree a date and discuss the possible project scope.

  1. Notebook on a desk with an open calendar and a selected appointmentAi

    1

    You request an appointment

  2. Meeting on planning a local AI assistant with company knowledgeAi

    2

    We discuss your requirements

  3. Person trialling an AI assistant that answers from provided documentsAi

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    You receive a quotation for the agreed scope

Philipp Niemann-Stryczek
Philipp Niemann-StryczekManaging DirectorLeads the company on the commercial side and answers questions on IT/OT security, asset administration shells, compliance and research projects.
Free first conversation

Describe your task in the contact form. We come back with a proposed date.

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Identifying AI use cases

Find tasks where integration, effort and benefit can be assessed together.

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Integrating AI into existing systems

Connect assistants with ERP, office applications and existing data sources.

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Local AI and on-premise operation

Plan models, hardware and support for AI in your own environment.

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