AWS Smart Business Blog

What would you do with an extra 20 percent in annual profits? For many small businesses, gains like that are the difference between surviving and thriving. Yet, what if we told you the cloud could deliver a significant return on investment and you just didn’t have the visibility to see it? Chances are, as a […]

Knowledge enriches our lives. There’s always something more that we can learn about the world around us, our cultures, and histories—even our futures. MagellanTV is a documentary streaming service committed to helping its viewers access stories that contribute to a lifetime of learning. Founded in 2018, this small business is based in Armonk, New York, […]

The conversation around generative artificial intelligence has sparked both excitement and skepticism. The potential of AI is undeniable, with applications like chatbots improving customer service and machine learning algorithms detecting fraud or predicting equipment failures. But there’s often a gap between the hype and practical applications, leaving small or medium businesses (SMBs) wondering whether they […]

In today’s digital age, small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) are constantly seeking ways to streamline operations, enhance collaboration, and safeguard valuable data. One solution that has emerged as a game-changer for SMBs is cloud computing. With its unparalleled flexibility, accessibility, and security features, cloud storage has revolutionized the way SMBs manage and store their critical […]

Each year, you likely visit your physician for an annual physical to make sure your health is intact or conditions are manageable. Much like your own health, your small or medium business’s (SMB) IT status should also be regularly evaluated. Regular security checkups are vital to identify issues, protect sensitive data, enable compliance, maintain business […]

Did you know that according to business.com, 83 percent of small businesses reported a positive return on investment after adopting customer relationship management (CRM) software, with an impressive 87 percent emphasizing the “very important” role it plays in their company’s management? According to the same study, nearly 90 percent of businesses using CRM view it […]

Imagine it’s ten o’clock on a Thursday night. A loan payment is due and you’ve just learned that won’t have the funds to pay the full amount on time. You call your lender—hoping to either make a smaller payment or delay it—but instead of speaking with someone to discuss the situation, you hear a recorded […]

Editorial note: Ahead in the Cloud: The Technology Podcast for Business Leaders is an Amazon Web Services podcast, hosted by SMB technology consultant (and Forbes technology columnist) Gene Marks and Ben Schreiner, AWS’ Head of Business Innovation and GTM for US Commercial Sales. It explores the latest cloud technologies and trends that small and medium […]

The promise of software delivered seamlessly over the internet once seemed like a distant dream. Yet today, companies large and small rely on cloud-based apps for everything from collaboration, to project management to finance, and more. But transitioning from traditional software site licensing to a modern delivery model poses complex challenges. How can software vendors […]

There’s an almost inconceivable amount of information out in the world. If you think about your typical day, nearly everything you do triggers data collection—whether it’s tapping to pay for your morning coffee, checking traffic conditions on your smartphone, searching for the answer to a question online, or rating your favorite show on a streaming […]