Frequently asked questions about Data & AI
What does a Data & AI project cost?
That depends on your goal: a Copilot rollout has different dimensions than company-wide process automation. In the free AI Readiness Assessment we work out a transparent cost overview with concrete use cases and a clear ROI. Many of our customers start with a single quick win, such as document automation, that pays off within a few months, and then scale up step by step.
In which departments does AI-driven process automation deliver the fastest ROI?
In our experience, in Finance (invoice processing, reporting), HR (onboarding, personnel record analysis), Sales (quote automation) and IT support (ticket classification). These use cases often show measurable effects within 3–6 months. Which area offers you the most leverage is something we clarify in the AI Readiness Assessment.
Why is clean data analysis within the company the essential prerequisite for AI?
AI is only as good as the data it builds on. Inconsistent master data, unclear access rights and missing classification lead to unusable results or leaked information. We create the foundation with Microsoft Purview, data governance and clean access concepts before Copilot goes into production.
Which technologies do you recommend for modern business intelligence in Switzerland?
Microsoft Fabric as an integrated platform: Power BI for reports and dashboards, OneLake as a central data foundation, Data Activator for real-time alerts. All of it can run in the Swiss Azure cloud and is governance-ready with Microsoft Purview. This creates a BI architecture that scales with your data growth.
How secure is our data in AI projects?
Data security is the foundation of every AI solution we implement. Microsoft AI Services process your data in Switzerland or the EU, without using it for model training. We complement this with Microsoft Purview for data governance, clear access controls and compliance policies, aligned with your industry requirements and Swiss data protection legislation. Your data stays under your control.
How does a professional AI strategy consultation with us work?
In three phases: first, an AI Readiness Assessment, where we analyse processes, data situation and compliance requirements. Second, a prioritised use-case roadmap with concrete business impact. Third, pilot and scaling, with quick wins first and then a broader rollout. This way you avoid pilot graveyards and shadow AI in individual departments.
What concrete benefits do tailored AI solutions offer companies?
While Copilot supports your employees in Office, tailored AI solutions automate entire business processes: document recognition with Azure AI, intelligent contract analysis, forecasts based on your ERP data, or Copilot Studio agents for internal requests. This creates added value that standard tools cannot deliver.
