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AI is helping small businesses save time, analyze data, and sharpen marketing decisions as social media becomes a key channel for customer discovery.

Hilary Smith, CMO of Linnworks, explains why AI-powered product discovery is forcing e-commerce brands to rethink SEO, product data, and backend operations.

Many SMBs use AI to save time, but the greater opportunity is using it to engage customers, improve conversions, and drive revenue growth.

AI search is changing how diners discover restaurants, with Local Falcon research finding many eateries visible on Google Maps are missing from AI-generated recommendations.

As margins tighten, mid-market retailers are turning away from legacy ERP toward cloud-native automation built for speed, simplicity, and real-time control.

U.S. e-commerce orders surged 147% in 2025, but growth was uneven as the top performers pulled ahead. Shoppers clicked less, yet spent more — rewarding brands that reacted faster.

Nimble’s unified marketing platform aims to help SMBs replace bloated email and CRM tools with a single system for managing campaigns, contacts, and customer engagement.

Velo AI from ZenBusiness automates startup formation, licensing, compliance, and website setup, helping small business owners launch faster with less administrative work.

SMBs are pouring more into marketing but still guessing at what works. New data shows rising budgets, AI growth, and shaky confidence in results.

Retailers are rapidly adopting third-party marketplaces to expand their digital reach and boost revenue. While this strategy drives growth, it also brings significant challenges in data management, brand alignment, and cybersecurity.

If you've wondered, "How can I find a 3PL in Canada that offers same-day pick, pack, and ship for my online store?" applying specific strategies and tools will help.

Cyberattacks on SMBs have nearly doubled in the fist half of 2025. The St. Paul ransomware crisis shows why even small governments face big threats as hackers exploit outdated defenses and rising attack-as-a-service offerings.

Whether it’s bolstering your global supplier networks, landing that all-important funding, or gaining expert advice, CoCreate delivers the insights and connections you need to outpace the competition and succeed.

Expert advice from Constant Contact shows how small retailers can build momentum, personalize campaigns, and compete without relying on big-box discounts.