3-day workshop :“Jo’s Power Tools – AI + HI, OSR+, DIA+ & Robotics: THE Tools for Real Innovation and Success in EU Funds Verifications and Audits, Risk Management, Management & Control Systems, and Anti-Fraud! Brand new – 2026 edition!

  • Regular -> €1,599.00 (excl. VAT)
  • Early booking -> €1499.00 (excl. VAT) – no later than one month prior the event
  • Group offer -> €1,399.00 (excl. VAT) – minimum 4 people per institution

Join us during the launch of the 2026 edition of the wildly successful 3-day workshop: “Jo’s Power Tools – AI + HI, OSR+, DIA+ & Robotics: THE Tools for Real Innovation and Success  in EU Funds Verifications and Audits, Risk Management, Management & Control Systems, and  Anti-Fraud!

Experience a hands-on, high-energy Team Challenge packed with cutting-edge tech, sharp insights, and real-world impact.
Compete for exclusive, one-of-a-kind awards and walk away with new skills, fresh inspiration — and maybe even a trophy-winning smile.
Innovation starts here — will your team lead the way?

Be among the first to participate in the brand-new 2026 edition of “Jo’s Power Tools.” In Vienna on December 15-17th.
New AI and OSR Tools, New real world cases, New functionalities in AI / Chatbots, New hints, DO’s and DONT’s, New Good Practices.
Be prepared for further Innovation in your daily work and job in EU Funds.”

  • No AI and / or IT background? No problem. You’ll learn everything hands-on, guided tool-by-tool, step by step,  in a highly interactive and practical setting.
  • This course is built around teamwork, sharp thinking, and strategic action — all brought together in an exciting Team Game format.
  •  Join a hands-on workshop using your laptop, tablet, or mobile phone.

  •  Become part of a team and explore Jo’s (New) Power Tools together.

  • Dive into thrilling, realistic EU Funds cases and investigate them with AI, OSR , DIA and unique sophisticated software.

  • As part of risk analysis, decision making processes, management verifications, audits and fighting fraud and corruption.

  • These tools will open up entirely new realm of possibilities for conducting technical analyses of structures.

  • Present your team’s findings and share key lessons learned.

  • Boost your AI literacy in a practical, engaging way.Which team will crack the real world cases and take home the legendary collector’s item trophy?

  • From using Way Back Machines, sophisticated software to technical construction analysis, each challenge feels like a real-life mission.

  • Expect intense learning, but also laughter, creative collaboration, and surprising discoveries.

  • Join the special Christmas Course Edition of Jo’s Power Tools – where cutting-edge training meets the heartwarming magic of Vienna’s festive season!
The seminar will take place at NH Danube City, Wagramer Strasse 21, 1220 Vienna.

Day 1 on 15.12.2025

The Topics and Related Case Studies

Theme: AI Literacy, Risk Management, and Legal Frameworks


Agenda Overview

09:00 – 09:30
Registration & Welcome Coffee
Participant registration, welcome materials distribution

09:30 – 10:00
Opening Remarks
Introduction by the Workshop Chair and overview of objectives

10:00 – 11:00
Session 1: The EU AI Act & AI Literacy
Understanding the EU AI Act, AI literacy principles, and their implications for public administration

11:00 – 11:15
Coffee Break
Networking and informal discussion

11:15 – 12:30
Session 2: Enhancing Risk Management with AI
How AI strengthens management and control systems, audits, and compliance frameworks

Session 3: Case Studies – AI for EU-Funded Projects
Hands-on demonstration: AI tools supporting analysis of EU-funded projects (participants to bring laptops)

12:30 – 13:30
Lunch Break
Buffet lunch

13:30 – 15:00
Session 4: AI-Literate Mindset – Tips & Tricks
Practical guidance for developing an AI-literate mindset and maximizing AI tools

Session 5: Legal Interlinkages
Exploring the connections between the EU AI Act, GDPR, CPR, Copyright / DSM Directive, and Public Procurement Law

15:00 – 15:15
Coffee Break
Refreshments

15:15 – 16:30
Session 6: AI & OSR Tools Overview
Introduction to AI & OSR tools, Way Back Machines, and Hybrid Co-Intelligence as preparation for Days 2 and 3

17:30 – Wrap-up Discussion
Summary and Q&A


Day 2 on 16.12.2025

The Topics and Related Case Studies

Theme: Practical Applications of Hybrid Co-Intelligence in Risk Analysis and Auditing


Agenda Overview

09:00 – 09:30
Morning Coffee & Recap
Review of Day 1 insights

09:30 – 11:00
Case Study 1: Innovation Projects
How Hybrid Co-Intelligence supports risk analysis, management verifications, and audits in innovative EU-funded projects

11:00 – 11:15
Coffee Break
Short break

11:15 – 12:45
Case Study 2: Carbon Dioxide Emissions
Using AI to analyze risks and opportunities related to Green Deal projects, focusing on CO₂ reduction and audit compliance

12:45 – 13:45
Lunch Break
Networking lunch

13:45 – 16:00
Team Game – Building Presentations
Teams develop multimedia-driven presentations summarizing findings, conclusions, and lessons learned using Co-Intelligence and Way Back Machines

16:00 – 16:15
Coffee Break
Refreshments

16:15 – 17:30
Team Presentations: Session 1
Teams present their analyses and receive feedback from expert panel

Debrief & Discussion
Reflection on key takeaways and preparation for Day 3


Day 3 on 17.12.2025

The Topics and Related Case Studies

Theme: Sustainability, Circular Economy, and the Future of AI in Auditing


Agenda Overview

09:00 – 09:30
Morning Coffee & Overview
Introduction to Day 3 objectives

09:30 – 11:00
Case Study 3: Sustainability Projects
Application of AI tools, data and technical image analysis, and robotics in sustainability-focused EU projects

11:00 – 11:15
Coffee Break
Short break

11:15 – 12:45
Case Study 4: Circular Economy / Recycling
Using Hybrid Co-Intelligence and OSR techniques to detect fraud risks, double funding, and conflicts of interest

12:45 – 13:45
Lunch Break
Buffet lunch

13:45 – 16:00
Team Game – Final Presentations
Teams present multimedia-driven analyses applying AI & OSR tools, robotics, and data analytics

16:00 – 16:15
Coffee Break
Refreshments

16:15 – 17:00
Evaluation Session
Expert panel evaluates team presentations based on innovation, analytical depth, and practical application

Official Award Ceremony
Presentation of unique awards and closing remarks

17:30
Networking Reception
Informal networking and farewell

Summary

Expert

Jo Kremers, CPA IT Auditor | Fraud Investigator | International Lecturer Jo Kremers is a leading expert in risk management, auditing, and combating fraud and corruption. A former Senior Audit Manager at the Audit Authority of the Netherlands, he contributed to the creation of the EU/EC Anti-Fraud Knowledge Centre (launched in 2021). He is the developer of the EU award-winning Anti-Fraud and Anti-Corruption Games and lectures at prestigious institutions, including the International Anti-Corruption Academy (IACA) in Vienna. With extensive expertise and innovative approaches, Jo Kremers is a sought-after lecturer and speaker worldwide.

Jo Kremers

Former Senior Audit Manager Audit Authority The Netherlands

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Vienna, Austria

Vienna, with its rich cultural heritage, status as a global diplomatic hub, and reputation for high-quality educational facilities, provides an inspiring and conducive environment for diverse and effective training programs.

The seminar will take place at NH Danube City, Wagramer Strasse 21, 1220 Vienna.

Training Fee Inclusions

In addition to comprehensive training materials, the seminar fee covers the following:

a) Catering Services

  • Daily provision of three coffee breaks and one lunch, ensuring participants’ comfort and opportunities for informal networking.

b) Experiential Learning Session: Guided Tour & Culinary Exploration

  • A professionally guided tour offering insights into the cultural and historical context of the region, designed to complement seminar discussions through direct exposure to local heritage.
  • A structured food street tasting experience, curated to highlight the diversity of local culinary practices and their socio‑economic significance. This activity fosters intercultural understanding and encourages dialogue among participants.

c) Participant Recognition

  • A group family photo and selected souvenirs provided to actively engaged participants as a token of appreciation and memory of the seminar.

d) Digital Materials Package

  • Access to a curated set of digital resources, including background readings supporting independent study and reinforcing key seminar themes.

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