AI for Small and Medium Businesses

There’s a lot of noise out there about AI. Most of it isn’t built for businesses like yours.

That’s why we’ve teamed up with Arcanum AI and AWS to put on something different. Real examples from real Auckland SMBs, not theory and not hype.

Why AI matters for SMBs right now

AI is levelling the playing field. You don’t need deep pockets or a big tech team to compete anymore. Sales teams using AI are growing revenue faster than those that aren’t, and early movers are already pulling ahead on win rates.

Key benefits for SMBs

Businesses already on this are seeing it pay off: less time on manual work, sharper marketing without a big team, stronger sales through better forecasting, and often lower running costs too.

But here’s the catch. Only 3% of SMBs have fully built AI into their strategy, while 34% are still piloting. Most are stuck behind two barriers: data privacy and security concerns, and a lack of in-house skills.

That’s exactly why events like this matter. 57% of SMBs rely on partners and providers for guidance on AI, rather than going it alone. The ones who act early will be best placed for growth, which is why SMBs are now putting an average of 17.4% of their IT budget into generative AI, climbing to near 25% once it’s fully embedded.

Come along, ask questions, compare notes, and let us help you work out your next move.

Event Details

Date: Thursday 20th August 2026
Time: 7:00am – 9:30am
Location: Jade Room, Cordis Hotel