AWS Smart Business Blog

As markets intensify and industries evolve, sustainability has transcended mere environmental considerations to become a crucial driver of business success. Small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), in particular, are discovering that building a sustainability strategy not only aligns with ethical responsibilities but also unlocks significant advantages that contribute to their growth and profitability. Moreover, sustainability initiatives […]

Navigating new demands as a small or medium business (SMB) can feel like weathering a storm in a rowboat. As new waves of technologies advance, customer expectations continue to peak. To stay afloat, you need to keep rising to each new challenge and evolving your product or service to keep from rocking the boat. The […]

In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, the journey to cloud has become more than just a trend; it’s a necessity for growth and competitiveness. For small and medium businesses (SMBs), stepping into the domain of cloud computing can feel like navigating through a complex set of challenges. From assessing and deciding on the workloads to […]

Sports have played a role in most of our lives. It helps us develop physically, mentally, and socially. It gives us the opportunity to learn new skills, understand the value of working as a team, and experience the thrill of competition. For some, playing sports remains a childhood pastime. For many, it flourishes into a […]

Cloud migration is no longer a buzzword in today’s fast-paced digital era and has become a strategic decision for businesses of all sizes and across all industries. Agile and inventive, small and medium sized businesses (SMBs) thrive in a unique market space, using their size as an advantage to outmaneuver and challenge larger competitors. To […]

Data has become the currency of the digital age, and businesses of all sizes recognize its immense value in driving data-driven decision-making, uncovering insights, and fueling growth. However, for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), effectively managing and using data analytics can be a daunting challenge. A modern data strategy is crucial for SMBs to stay […]

Many of us interact with small and medium sized businesses (SMBs) in our everyday activities, across various industries—from ordering food, shopping for goods, completing financial transactions, to receiving virtual healthcare. But have we ever thought what tradeoffs these small businesses need to make to stay relevant and competitive? How does a 20-person company keep up […]

Small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) are engines of innovation, capable of doing a lot with very little, and they’re always looking for new ways to gain a competitive edge. In hotly contested markets, the success of any business relies on its ability to differentiate itself. It’s why excitement around artificial intelligence (AI)—especially generative AI—has reached […]

Businesses of all sizes and industries are tapping into generative artificial intelligence (AI) to streamline operations and foster creativity, deliver exceptional customer experiences with personalization, and gain valuable insights by analyzing conversational interactions and data. Many small and medium businesses (SMB) find themselves wondering how to effectively harness the power of generative AI to their […]

“The customer is always right” was attributed to and popularized by department store pioneers Marshall Fields (in the US) and Harry Gordon Selfridge (in the UK). It’s a principle that’s aged well. Customer experience was recognized as the cornerstone of a successful organization in the 20th century and it’s an approach that still benefits small […]