3 Independent Studies
76% of SMBs Want More AI.
Only 19% Are Ready.
Three independent studies — HBR/TriNet, Business.com, and Bookipi — reveal the same story: SMBs want AI, but they're not prepared. JieGou closes the gap.
What the Research Says
of SMBs will increase AI use
In a survey of 1,000+ SMB leaders, 76% said they plan to increase their use of AI tools over the next 12 months. The intent is overwhelming.
HBR / TriNet (2025)
say they are ready
Despite the ambition, only 19% of the same SMBs said they feel prepared to implement AI effectively. That's a 57-point readiness gap.
HBR / TriNet (2025)
say AI boosts revenue
Among SMBs already using AI, 91% report it has positively impacted revenue. The ROI is real — for those who get past the readiness barrier.
Business.com (2025)
The 57-Point Readiness Gap
Intent without infrastructure creates paralysis. Here's what stops SMBs from turning AI ambition into AI results.
Source: HBR / TriNet survey of 1,000+ SMB leaders, 2025
What's Stopping Them?
A survey of 2,000+ SMBs identified the top barriers. JieGou addresses every one.
Source: Bookipi SMB AI Adoption Survey, March 2026
Complexity / Lack of Expertise
Nearly a third of SMBs say complexity is the #1 barrier. They lack AI expertise on staff and need solutions that work without data scientists.
JieGou's Answer:
20 department packs with pre-built, tested recipes. Pick your department, get AI workflows that work out of the box.
Unclear ROI
Almost a quarter of SMBs can't justify AI spending because they can't measure the return. They need proof before they commit.
JieGou's Answer:
Triple ROI stack: an ROI calculator shows projected savings before sign-up, time-saved badges on every recipe show per-run value, and an in-app dashboard tracks actual savings.
Integration Friction
Nearly 1 in 5 SMBs struggle to connect AI to existing tools. Setting up integrations requires technical knowledge most small teams don't have.
JieGou's Answer:
Guided onboarding surfaces your department's top integrations. 250+ certified MCP integrations — all reviewed for security and reliability.
The Preparedness Gap
76% want AI but only 19% are ready — a 57-point preparedness gap. SMBs need a structured path from "interested" to "operational."
JieGou's Answer:
The First 30 Days roadmap takes teams from sign-up to full department coverage: Week 1 quick wins, Week 2 team rollout, Week 3 governance, Week 4 optimization.
Close the Gap. Start Free.
76% want AI. 19% are ready. JieGou is how you get from one number to the other. No credit card. 5 minutes to first value.