INFLUENCE OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE ON INNOVATION ACTIVITIES OF SMALL AND MEDIUM ENTERPRISES

This article discusses the definitions of innovation activities of small and medium enterprises and artificial intelligence technologies. It also describes the external and internal factors that need to be taken into account when integrating AI into business processes of enterprises. The main areas of application of artificial intelligence in enterprises are listed, and examples of programs based on AI solutions are given, which are designed to improve the efficiency of business processes. During the study of the impact of AI on the innovative activities of SMEs, some recommendations were formed that should ensure the minimization of some risks.