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13 October 2025

KIROI step 2: Tool test - the best AI tools in a practical test

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In the digital age, innovative tools are becoming increasingly important. A targeted tool test helps companies and individuals to select and use the right technology. This is not just a technical test, but practical support that reduces uncertainty and promotes effective use. In the context of modern AI applications in particular, tool testing plays a key role in making informed decisions and optimising individual processes.

Why a tool test is crucial for successful project implementation

Many users from the fields of marketing, software development or HR management come to me with specific questions about the choice of suitable software solutions. A tool test helps to address these impulses in a targeted manner. For example, a marketing team is often faced with the challenge of finding an AI tool that generates precise texts while remaining creative. Similarly, developers are often looking for solutions that support them efficiently when programming or testing. There are also more and more potential uses for intuitive tools in event organisation to automate processes and intelligently manage participant data.

These examples illustrate how diverse the requirements are and why it makes sense to test the tools extensively before implementation. Not only the technical suitability is tested, but also the utility value in the individual's day-to-day work.

Practical examples: Tool test for marketing, development and organisation

In the area of marketing, a team set out to find an AI supporter that could automatically create social media content. The tool test revealed that an AI tool with ready-made templates and customisation options boosted employee creativity and increased the frequency of publication at the same time.

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In the software development environment, an AI-based co-pilot was tested to assist with writing source code and diagnosing errors. The expert reported that the tool test enabled the developers to easily recognise how the tool reacts in complex scenarios and when it is better to intervene manually.

Event managers, on the other hand, tested tools for automating registration processes and attendee communication. The tool test showed which providers impressed with their intuitive operation and reliable integration into existing systems, which saved time and resources.

How to organise your own tool test efficiently and effectively

A successful tool test requires a clear definition of objectives. Consider in advance which functions are particularly important. Examples of typical criteria are user-friendliness, customisability, value for money and technical integration. In the next step, it is advisable to make a pre-selection and test the tools in a real working environment. It helps to simulate specific scenarios, such as creating a project presentation or writing a customer letter.

Practical examples can help you to establish a link to your day-to-day business. For example, in the area of content creation: A tool test with various AI writing assistants proved that some tools responded better to customer wishes in terms of tonality, while others scored highly in terms of factual research.

When choosing visualisation tools, the tool test also showed that some applications lead to an appealing result more quickly, while others allow more freedom in design. In agencies in particular, this means that teams can react flexibly to different requirements.

Tips for a successful tool test

Start with a small, time-limited test run to familiarise yourself with the tool.

Involve all potential users in order to take different perspectives into account.

Document both positive and critical experiences in order to create a balanced basis for decision-making.

Use free trial versions to compare different solutions without obligation. This will help you avoid unproductive investments.

Tool testing as process support: support in selecting the right tool

Clients often report that they initially feel overwhelmed by the wealth of options. This is where transruptions coaching provides support as an additional accompaniment when carrying out tool tests. Together, requirements are analysed, priorities are set and concrete ways are developed to implement suitable AI tools step by step.

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A medium-sized company wanted to establish intelligent chatbots to support its sales department. In the course of a systematic tool test, it became clear which providers could be seamlessly integrated into the existing CRM environment and created tangible added value. The implementation was accompanied by targeted coaching so that acceptance within the team increased and continuous improvements could be implemented.

Institutions in the education sector have also carried out tool tests for digital learning assistants. This enabled them to determine which software was age-appropriate and didactically useful before making extensive investments. Accompanying coaching provided impetus for sustainable implementation.

My analysis

The tool test is much more than a technical test; it acts as methodological support for individual and organisational decisions. Users can use it to find suitable applications and utilise them efficiently. A systematic tool test offers reliable orientation, especially in the environment of rapidly growing AI technologies. Combining this with professional support, such as transruption coaching, further increases the chances of sustainable success. In this way, the tool test becomes an integral part of modern project work and organisational development.

Further links from the text above:

The 45 best AI tools in 2025 (tested in practice) [1]
The best AI tools, ChatGPT and free artificial intelligence [2]
A comparison of four text-based AI tools for use in schools [3]
The best generative AI tools compared in 2025 [4]
The 8 best AI tools: More success with these tools! [5]

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