Beginner Seminar for SMEs: 'Introduction to AI Agents and Codex Basics' to Be Held in Nagoya on June 30

The Japan SME AI Utilization Association (headquartered in Showa-ku, Nagoya; Representative Director: Takehiro Iida) will host a beginner seminar titled 'Introduction to AI Agents and Codex Basics' at Winc Aichi on Tuesday, June 30, 2026.

The use of generative AI has expanded beyond text creation and idea generation to include task organization, information management, document preparation, and workflow assistance. However, many SME executives and leaders still find it difficult to understand what AI agents are, how Codex can be used, and how these tools can be applied to their own operations.

This seminar will clearly explain the fundamental concepts of AI agents and Codex, practical use cases, and key considerations for implementation—tailored for beginners. The event will include live demonstrations and simple hands-on exercises to help participants explore ways they can apply these tools in their own businesses. Participation is open to both members and non-members.

Background

Interest among SMEs in leveraging generative AI for operational efficiency and productivity improvement is growing. However, the rapid evolution of AI tools has made it challenging for many to determine where to start or how much to delegate to AI.

The Japan SME AI Utilization Association has previously supported the first steps in AI adoption through beginner-friendly seminars and practical workshops. This seminar focuses on AI agents and Codex—emerging topics that represent the next stage after ChatGPT—presented from a practical, business-oriented perspective.

Main Topics Covered

- What are AI agents? - Differences between ChatGPT and the expanding landscape of AI applications - Live demonstrations using AI agents and Codex - Key application points and cautions for SME operations - Mini-workshop to identify applicable use cases and Q&A session

Who Should Attend

- SME executives and leaders looking to start AI adoption - Those curious about what comes after ChatGPT in AI utilization - Individuals who have heard terms like AI agent or Codex but are unsure how to apply them in practice - Professionals seeking to learn about business applications without diving into technical programming

Event Overview

Title

Introduction to AI Agents and Codex Basics

Date and Time

June 30, 2026 (Tuesday), 18:00–20:00

Venue

Winc Aichi

Registration Fee

5,000 JPY (tax included)

Target Audience

SME executives, managers, team leaders, sole proprietors, and anyone interested in AI utilization

Registration

https://forms.gle/JM1ELujPxoM6Fp4t8

About the Japan SME AI Utilization Association

The Japan SME AI Utilization Association is an organization dedicated to supporting AI adoption among small and medium-sized enterprises. Based on the latest AI trends, practical use cases, and success stories, the association provides training, workshops, study groups, and consultation services to enhance AI literacy and real-world application in SMEs.