2025 D4SME Survey OECD SME and Entrepreneurship Papers OECD SME and Entrepreneurship Papers Empowering SMEs in the age of AI The 2026 OECD D4SME Survey

2026

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This survey reveals the current state of AI adoption among SMEs, highlighting opportunities and challenges for effective integration.

* **AI Adoption:** 61% of SMEs use AI, but most are "novices" relying on off-the-shelf tools for isolated tasks.
* **Challenges:** Key barriers to adoption include maintenance costs, skills gaps, and cybersecurity concerns.
* **Government Support:** Awareness and accessibility of government digitalization programs need improvement to enhance their impact.

Tags: SMEs, AI, Digitalization, OECD, Survey

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