AWS Smart Business Blog
Category: Thought Leadership
How Bridgeforce Data Solutions Automates Credit Reporting and Disputes on AWS
If you’re an individual or a small business owner in the United States with a credit card or any type of loan, you know your credit score matters—a lot. Even a minor error in your credit report can drop your score 50 to 100 points, affecting your ability to buy a vehicle, take out a […]
Six E-Commerce Essentials for Running Your SMB in the Cloud
If you had the ability to change anything about how your small or medium business (SMB) sells online, what would you do? For some owners such as yourself, they might want a website with better uptime and payment systems that detect fraudulent transactions. Others might be laser-focused on how many of their visitors are actually […]
How One SMB Automates Content Localization with Generative Artificial Intelligence
Knowledge enriches our lives. There’s always something more that we can learn about the world around us, our cultures, and histories—even our futures. MagellanTV is a documentary streaming service committed to helping its viewers access stories that contribute to a lifetime of learning. Founded in 2018, this small business is based in Armonk, New York, […]
Exploring Practical Use Cases for Generative AI in Small Businesses
The conversation around generative artificial intelligence has sparked both excitement and skepticism. The potential of AI is undeniable, with applications like chatbots improving customer service and machine learning algorithms detecting fraud or predicting equipment failures. But there’s often a gap between the hype and practical applications, leaving small or medium businesses (SMBs) wondering whether they […]
The Power of Cloud Storage for Small and Medium Businesses: Unlocking Efficiency and Security
In today’s digital age, small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) are constantly seeking ways to streamline operations, enhance collaboration, and safeguard valuable data. One solution that has emerged as a game-changer for SMBs is cloud computing. With its unparalleled flexibility, accessibility, and security features, cloud storage has revolutionized the way SMBs manage and store their critical […]
Payliance Is Elevating the Loan Management Process for Underbanked Consumers
Imagine it’s ten o’clock on a Thursday night. A loan payment is due and you’ve just learned that won’t have the funds to pay the full amount on time. You call your lender—hoping to either make a smaller payment or delay it—but instead of speaking with someone to discuss the situation, you hear a recorded […]
Podcast Series: A Few Takeaways About the Cloud That Impact Your Small Business
Editorial note: Ahead in the Cloud: The Technology Podcast for Business Leaders is an Amazon Web Services podcast, hosted by SMB technology consultant (and Forbes technology columnist) Gene Marks and Ben Schreiner, AWS’ Head of Business Innovation and GTM for US Commercial Sales. It explores the latest cloud technologies and trends that small and medium […]
Why Business Intelligence is the Answer for SMBs Struggling with Spreadsheets
There’s an almost inconceivable amount of information out in the world. If you think about your typical day, nearly everything you do triggers data collection—whether it’s tapping to pay for your morning coffee, checking traffic conditions on your smartphone, searching for the answer to a question online, or rating your favorite show on a streaming […]
SMBs Struggle with Legacy Tech—Here’s How to Modernize Custom Apps
In today’s world, many of the biggest opportunities lie in using data to become more innovative, efficient, and customer focused. In theory, small and medium businesses (SMBs) have a big advantage over their larger contemporaries—they’re smaller and can move more quickly than large enterprises. In practice though, two things hold them back–a lack of in-house […]
What Happens When An SMB Doesn’t Digitize Its Business Operations?
In today’s rapidly changing economy, small and medium businesses (SMBs) that do not adopt digital operations cannot remain as competitive as their more advanced peers. While many are processing orders online, forecasting sales with precision, and automating repetitive processes, SMBs not using cloud computing could face several missed opportunities. According to Gartner, “Organizations that embrace […]