of SMEs using generative AI report saving money.
Survey of over 5,000 SMEs in seven countries. 45.2% of generative AI users report saving money; the survey does not measure the amount saved.
OCDE · 2025 · Generative AI and the SME Workforce ↗Impact · Context and sourcesThe opportunity,
The opportunity,
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less time on the tasks studied.
Experiment with 758 consultants. The improvement was observed on tasks within AI capabilities; results depend on the task.
Harvard Business School / BCG · 2023 · Navigating the Jagged Technological Frontier ↗of SMEs using AI report offering new products or services with its help.
34.6% of SMEs using generative AI report this benefit. This is an observed opportunity, not a revenue forecast.
OCDE · 2025 · Generative AI and the SME Workforce ↗These are findings from external research, under its own sample conditions. They are not a promise of savings, accuracy or revenue from baiq. Percentages are rounded for readability.
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