The AI Iceberg for SMEs
299+ AI tools across 5 complexity levels — structured by effort, cost and IT requirements. From instant tools to private LLM infrastructure.
With 299+ AI tools across 5 maturity levels, the WITO AI Iceberg provides a unique overview of all relevant AI solutions for SMEs — from instantly usable cloud tools to self-hosted GDPR-compliant systems.
What is the AI Iceberg?
The AI Iceberg visualises the complexity of AI implementations: above the waterline are tools usable without any IT knowledge. Below begin more powerful but demanding solutions.
Level 1 – Ready to use: Open your browser, create an account, be productive. No installation or IT department needed.
Level 2 – Setup required: Integrations into existing systems, API connections, some technical know-how helpful.
Level 3 – IT-supported: On-premise or hybrid solutions, own data storage, SLA requirements.
Level 4 – Enterprise: Custom implementations, multi-agent systems, full data sovereignty.
Level 5 – AI infrastructure: Own models, GPU clusters, full control over training and deployment.
Why GDPR compliance?
Many AI tools process data in the US. WITO flags EU-compliant and self-hostable alternatives — critical for companies with sensitive data.
Funding: Many AI implementations are eligible for EU or national funding programmes. WITO advises SMEs on the optimal funding strategy.
Ready to use
Open browser, create account, instantly productive.
Quick Wins with Setup
A few hours of setup — 5–20 h weekly time savings.
Technical Know-How Required
The grey zone: tech-savvy SMEs can handle a lot themselves — a sparring partner recommended.
Agency Support Recommended
73% of RAG projects exceed budget without experience.
Enterprise Infrastructure
Full agency projects. Specialised developers strictly required.
How WITO supports SMEs with AI integration
Whether a single department or the entire enterprise architecture — WITO delivers at every level of the iceberg.
Vertical AI integration means: one department — maximum impact. WITO implements AI solutions deeply embedded in HR, Finance, Legal, Sales, or Operations. Workflows are automated end-to-end, data from core systems (ERP, CRM, DMS) used directly.
- ◆Automation of specialist processes (e.g. invoice review, CV screening)
- ◆ERP/CRM integration & AI-powered data analysis
- ◆Custom models for domain know-how
- ◆Fast time-to-value through focused rollout
Horizontal AI integration connects all departments under a unified AI infrastructure. WITO designs and implements central embedding platforms, company-wide knowledge bases (RAG) and multi-agent systems that scale across departments.
- ◆Central LLM infrastructure (on-premise or private cloud)
- ◆Company-wide knowledge base with RAG architecture
- ◆Multi-agent systems for cross-department workflows
- ◆Unified AI governance & GDPR framework
WITO guides you from the first AI readiness analysis to stable production operations — including staff training, funding advice, and ongoing support. No vendor lock-in: open standards, GDPR-compliant operations in Germany or EU.
- ◆AI Readiness Assessment & strategy workshop
- ◆Pilot → rollout → ongoing operations
- ◆Funding advice (up to 60% subsidy possible)
- ◆Staff training & change management
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