AI comes in different forms, and understanding the basics helps you see which type applies to your business. Every AI tool you've heard of—from ChatGPT to automation engines—falls into a few major categories that perform different kinds of tasks.
The most common types include:
- Large Language Models (LLMs): These models (like ChatGPT) read, write, summarize, and produce human-like text. They're ideal for email drafts, customer communication, documentation, and reasoning.
- Classification & Prediction Models: These models categorize information or predict outcomes—great for sorting leads, identifying trends, or routing tasks.
- Computer Vision Models: AI that understands images—used for scanning documents, reading receipts, or identifying objects.
- Automation Systems (Agents & Workflows): These combine AI with rules and tools, allowing multi-step tasks to run automatically across apps.
Understanding these types helps businesses choose the right solution instead of worrying about tools they don't need. At Drive AI, we select or build the exact model type that fits your workflow—so every automation is intentional and actually useful.