Artificial Intelligence and Sustainability of Small and Medium Scale Enterprises in Anambra State, Nigeria

This article investigates the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and the sustainability of small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) in Anambra State, Nigeria. It looks at how AI technologies might help SMEs improve operational efficiency, lower expenses, and promote environmentally friendly behaviour. The article also discusses the challenges faced by these businesses in implementing AI, and offers recommendations for stakeholders, including governments, educational institutions, and industry associations, to assist these companies in integrating AI into their daily operations. This can be achieved through training programmes aimed at enhancing the digital and technological proficiency of the owners, managers, and staff of SMEs in Anambra State. The results show how AI may help SMEs in Anambra State reach sustainability objectives, fostering environmental preservation and eventually economic development.