Are SMEs adopting or avoiding AI?

An exclusive 451 Alliance report

Summary

Are small and midsize enterprises embracing AI or holding back?

A 451 Alliance survey of SME IT decision-makers explores that question, revealing how AI fits into broader tech strategy, budget realities and evolving IT priorities.

This report includes:

  • Current AI adoption stages at SMEs, from proof of concept to full production
  • Top barriers to AI investment
  • Where SMEs see the highest-value AI use cases
  • Expected business outcomes from AI
  • US vs. international differences in SME IT and AI-related budgets
Are SMEs adopting or avoiding AI?
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