Businesses Embrace AI To Boost Productivity

Amid a 2026 economy growing just above 2% and high interest rates, the U.S. Chamber and industry experts advise businesses to sharpen business development—identify target audiences, set SMART goals, generate leads, and track KPIs—while accelerating AI adoption like agentic systems and training programs. Sources including Forbes, Business Insider, PwC, and McKinsey highlight AI-driven automation, upskilling, and examples such as Ikea’s $1.4 billion AI-augmented revenue.