"For small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs), equipping employees with the latest skills and tools needs to be a priority. After all, as the competition grows, SMEs can't afford to be idle. And it's not always possible for new hires or seasoned employees to know exactly what industry demands will look like. That's why SMEs must budget for upskilling within their workforces."
"Upskilling doesn't have to be a major cost, either. With some training courses or certificate programs, employees can gain an edge that helps them become more productive and invested in their work. Read on to learn about eight upskilling moves that SMEs should support in 2026. 1. Workshops to Build Comfort with AI Tools Today's workforce needs to be adept at working with AI across a range of areas."
SMEs should budget for workforce upskilling to remain competitive as industry demands evolve. Low-cost training courses and certificate programs can improve productivity and employee investment. Practical workshops can build employee comfort with AI tools across finance, sales, and customer service to streamline operations. Frontline leadership programs can teach communication, conflict intervention, and engagement techniques through group coaching or online modules, increasing promotion pathways and retention. Basic data analytics skills among select team members can help interpret collected data, reveal weaknesses, and guide operational changes. Targeted, affordable training enhances capability, morale, and long-term business resilience.
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