Small firms say AI 'essential for survival'
- Small Business Britain and BT released a report on May 20, 2025, revealing small firms' views on AI adoption in the UK.
- The report titled 'The AI Opportunity for Small Businesses' surveyed 2,000 owners and shows 60% see AI as essential to thrive within five years.
- Small businesses are primarily leveraging AI for marketing purposes, followed by operational improvements and enhancing customer support, though various challenges continue to limit wider adoption and the realization of efficiency benefits.
- The report issues 13 recommendations for government and others, urging incentives like grants, tax breaks, and a national AI hub to aid affordable, accessible adoption.
- The launch event at London's Science Museum will gather entrepreneurs and experts to promote training, mentoring, and inclusive AI support to avoid leaving businesses behind.
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Small firms now see AI as vital to growth and survival
Small businesses increasingly believe AI will be vital to their survival and growth over the next five years, with a new report from Small Business Britain and BT calling for the UK to boost support to capitalise on the transformative power of AI and avoid smaller firms falling behind.
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