工信部印发通知 加速人工智能赋能中小企业创新发展

Core Viewpoint - The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology has initiated a collection of typical application scenarios for AI empowerment of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) for the year 2025, aiming to accelerate innovation and development through AI technology [1]. Group 1: AI Empowerment for Innovation - The first focus area is on "innovative products and services," where SMEs are encouraged to leverage AI for breakthrough innovations, developing forward-looking new products and services that fundamentally upgrade business models and open new commercial spaces [2]. - Examples of innovative products include intelligent industrial robots, smart inspection vehicles, smart logistics equipment, smart home devices, wearable smart devices, and AI-driven software and tools [2]. Group 2: AI Empowerment for Business Process Optimization - The second focus area is on "optimizing business processes," where SMEs can apply AI technology in various operational aspects such as R&D design, production control, quality inspection, equipment maintenance, and supply chain management to significantly enhance efficiency and resilience [3]. - Specific applications include intelligent design in product development, AI-driven production operations, and smart management practices that automate and enhance business processes [3]. Group 3: Additional Application Paths - In addition to the two main focus areas, applicants are encouraged to summarize and propose other innovative paths and models for utilizing AI technology in their specific contexts [4].