I'm wondering how small (US mostly) businesses are using AI right now. I'm currently looking for work (full-stack; learning AI/ML) and I'd like to understand how local businesses in my area can benefit from integrating AI tools into their business toolbox.
I see a few possibilities for businesses that will eventually be affected by AI integration:
| Action | Payroll | Profit Margin | Employee Output | Company Output | Growth | Consequence |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| None | ➖ No change | ➖ No change | ➖ No change | ➖ No change | ➖ No change | The competition takes lunch |
| Replace staff with AI | ✅ Lower | ✅ Higher | ✅ Higher | ➖ No change | ➖ No change | Higher unemployment; Miss new opportunities created by AI |
| Teach AI to staff | ➖ No change | ➖ No change | ✅ Higher | ✅ Higher | ✅ Higher | Staff grows professionally; Seize new markets |
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