Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar: CMIA Workshop Explores AI Applications In Business

On October 14 and 15, 2026, the Chamber of Marathwada Industries and Agriculture (CMIA) hosted a two-day workshop in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Maharashtra to explore the applications of artificial intelligence (AI) in business. Around 40 entrepreneurs and business professionals attended the event. Experts CA Umesh Sharma, CA Abhinav Sharma and Ritesh Sharma led discussions on various aspects of AI, its workings, uses in industries, and future opportunities.

The workshop provided practical guidance, including demonstrations on crafting effective prompts, understanding the distinctions between free and paid AI tools, and choosing appropriate tools based on specific business requirements. Discussions delved into how AI can enhance productivity and decision-making across various departments such as production, finance, marketing, and human resource management. Examples included AI's role in data analysis, business reporting, and modern production processes.

Participants were reminded of the importance of protecting a company's confidential information, customers' personal data, and sensitive employee details while leveraging AI. The session emphasized the necessity for businesses to create dedicated AI policies, set guidelines on permissible data input into AI tools, and comprehend the Digital Personal Data Protection Act's implications.

Ajinkya Save, honorary secretary of CMIA, addressed attendees at the workshop's start. Aniket Patil, a CMIA Executive Committee member, moderated the discussions. Certificates were awarded to participants upon completion of the session.