Google Tour Aims to Boost UK Small Business Innovation with AI
Source: blog.google
Many UK small businesses struggle with time, hindering innovative ideas. Google is launching a nationwide tour to help these businesses leverage AI for growth.
AI Training for SMEs
Google is partnering with the Department for Business and Trade. They plan to equip UK SME leaders with AI tools. The "AI Works for Business" tour will demonstrate how technology can overcome challenges and foster expansion.
Time Constraints Hinder Innovation
New research indicates that 59% of UK businesses are pausing potentially transformative ideas due to lack of time. These events follow the Google’s AI Works Report.
AI's Productivity Potential
The report highlights AI’s potential to increase SME productivity by 20%. This could add an extra day to the working week. It may also unlock £198 billion for UK SMEs.
Government Support and Broader Initiatives
This initiative builds upon Google's decade-long effort of training over a million Britons. It directly supports the government’s goal of upskilling 7.5 million people by 2030.
Event Details and Success Stories
The tour includes AI Works for Business events and showcases British businesses using Google Workspace with Gemini.