The Innovation Center Banja Luka (ICBL), in partnership with Bloomteq (Ilyria Tech Group Sarajevo), invites IT companies from Bosnia and Herzegovina to apply for participation in an advanced training program for the development of AI solutions within the AI FORWARD project.

The goal of the program is to strengthen the capacities of the IT sector for the development and implementation of AI solutions with direct application in the business processes of micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs).

What does the program offer?
Through a combination of training and practical work, participants will have the opportunity to:
• develop concrete AI solutions for real business needs
• gain practical experience through collaboration with MSMEs
• receive continuous mentorship and technical support
• build a portfolio and a foundation for the commercialization of AI services

The program includes 12 sessions organized into 4 thematic blocks, focusing on AI automation, working with agents, API integrations, and data processing.

Who can apply?
The call is intended for IT companies and professionals who:

• have experience in software development or IT administration
• are familiar with the basics of programming and working with API services
• want to develop AI solutions with concrete business applications

Key information:
Training start date: April 9, 2026 at 09:00
Location: Innovation Center Banja Luka
Application deadline: April 6, 2026 at 16:00

Note: Participation in the training is free of charge.

CALL FOR IT COMPANIES
Interested applicants can apply via the online form: Application Form

Contact for additional information:
irena.pjanic@icbl.ba
+387 51 340 606

The AI FORWARD project is implemented with the financial support of the European Union and the Government of the Federal Republic of Germany (BMZ), supported within the EU initiative for private sector development – EU4PSD, which is part of the broader GIZ program SEDEP, additionally co-financed by the Swiss Government.