AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoAI Skills & SME Productivity: Malaysia’s HR consultant Mary Ratnam says Budget 2027 should fund people to adapt to AI, not just buy tech—especially for SMEs that make up 97% of businesses. SMB Tech Friction: Sage boss Steve Hare warns UK SMBs are wasting huge time on fragmented software—52 tools, 27 logins, and about 19 lost working days a year. Workforce Development: Finalists are announced for the Portsmouth & Chichester Apprenticeship Awards 2026, spotlighting employers and training providers building the next skills pipeline. Women’s Leadership in ASEAN: President Marcos urges ASEAN to give women bigger decision-making roles and push real policy changes, including for women-led MSMEs. SME Funding Readiness: South Africa’s “bankability gap” report finds many profitable firms can’t produce credible management reports or 12-month budgets—blocking growth capital. Local Business Resilience: In Hawai’i, a Ford F-150 Lightning helped a bakery keep freezers running during Hurricane Lowell, showing practical backup options for small operators. Credit Market Move: TransUnion extends $0.99 VantageScore 4.0 mortgage pricing through end-2028, aiming to support broader adoption and competition.
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