Start small. And rather than investing in new tools, explore the AI features already built into your existing tech stack.

Artificial intelligence is the latest game changer, and I believe it’s poised to make life easier for small business owners in powerful ways.

The inventory auditor sets a "cutoff date," which means that the small business will neither send nor receive any more inventory until the audit is complete.

But small businesses face specific challenges during BFCM that larger players may not: lower inventory, limited budget for ads and the struggle to keep up with fast-moving market shifts.

President Donald Trump’s sudden move to lower tariffs on goods from China to 30% from 145% has thrown a lifeline to America’s small businesses who were running low on inventory — and cash.

At the Small Business Administration, deep staffing cuts and stricter loan terms are making it harder for entrepreneurs to get access to capital, contracts and technical assistance.