Episode Details

In this episode of Global Economic Press, Alex Brady delves into the findings of the ASUS 2026 Future of Small Business Report. The report highlights how small and medium-sized businesses in the United States are leveraging artificial intelligence and robust information technology infrastructure to boost productivity and resilience in a competitive global market. Released during National Small Business Week, the report reveals that nearly half of United States small businesses are ready to adopt artificial intelligence technology, with 68% of those already using it reporting measurable improvements in productivity and efficiency. Shawn Chang, General Manager of the System Business Group at ASUS North America, emphasizes that small businesses are actively engaging with these technologies to enhance their operations.

The report identifies five key pillars that are shaping the competitiveness of small and medium-sized businesses: the evolving global workplace, workforce readiness for artificial intelligence, competitive positioning against larger enterprises, cybersecurity resilience, and information technology management maturity. It provides a comprehensive analysis of how these businesses are navigating challenges such as rising costs and evolving workforce demands. ASUS supports this transition with its Expert Series, which offers artificial intelligence-powered productivity features and enterprise-grade security. For more information on ASUS Business solutions for small and medium-sized businesses, visit ASUS Business. The full ASUS 2026 Future of Small and Medium-sized Business Report is available for download, offering practical insights and regional comparisons across the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia-Pacific.