1、Empowering Small Business:The Impact of Technology on U.S.Small BusinessFourth Edition1The U.S.Chamber of Commerce Technology Engagement Center(C_TEC)report Empowering Small Business:The Impact of Technology on U.S.Small Business examines the pivotal role that diverse technology platforms have in he
2、lping small businesses operate and compete.Introduced in 2022,this nationwide analysis of U.S.small businesses continues to explore the various types and applications of technology used by small businesses,how these factors have changed over time,and the effects of these trends on these enterprises
3、and the economy at large.The latest edition of this report focuses on the profound emergence of artificial intelligence(AI)and other emerging technologies like cryptocurrency in the marketplace and the heightened interest inand use ofthe technology by small businesses.Although small businesses conti
4、nue to express concern over inflation,supply chains,and interest rates,the report reveals that technology provides opportunities for small businesses to save time and resources while providing more tailored and targeted services to compete with larger companies.As with previous editions,C_TEC partne
5、red with Teneo Research to conduct this nationwide survey of U.S.small businesses and explore the following:How small businesses use various technology platforms.How the use of technology affects business operations and key business metrics.How the adoption of technology sets up small businesses for
6、 future success.How U.S.small businesses adopt AI.How the current and future regulatory landscape surrounding issues like AI and data privacy could impact small business benefits and the future adoption of technology.How small businesses are thinking about cryptocurrencies.Similar to previous editio