As SMEs embrace AI to enhance productivity and innovation, Microsoft’s Copilot for SMEs programme is providing vital support, especially for businesses with limited resources.

Through subsidies and tailored resources, the programme equips SMEs with tools for effective AI adoption, enabling them to stay competitive.

But what challenges do SMEs face on their AI journey, and how can they best leverage these resources to succeed?

We explore these questions with Joanna Lim, SMB Lead for Microsoft ASEA & Shawn Lee, Chief Operating Officer at Crestar. 



Presented by Ryan Huang 

This podcast is produced and edited by Anthea Ng (nganthea@sph.com.sg)

She produces Mind Your Business, Biz-How-To and Breakfast Special segments on the Breakfast Show.

Do contact her for topics: C-Suite, SME, Startups, Health-tech, Sustainability, Property, Intergenerational Family Business, Industry Outlook, Fintech and trending businesses in town.

As SMEs embrace AI to enhance productivity and innovation, Microsoft’s Copilot for SMEs programme is providing vital support, especially for businesses with limited resources.
Through subsidies and tailored resources, the programme equips SMEs with tools for effective AI adoption, enabling them to stay competitive.
But what challenges do SMEs face on their AI journey, and how can they best leverage these resources to succeed?
We explore these questions with Joanna Lim, SMB Lead for Microsoft ASEA &amp; Shawn Lee, Chief Operating Officer at Crestar. 
 
Presented by Ryan Huang 
This podcast is produced and edited by Anthea Ng (<a href="mailto:nganthea@sph.com.sg">nganthea@sph.com.sg</a>)
She produces Mind Your Business, Biz-How-To and Breakfast Special segments on the Breakfast Show.
Do contact her for topics: C-Suite, SME, Startups, Health-tech, Sustainability, Property, Intergenerational Family Business, Industry Outlook, Fintech and trending businesses in town.

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Start your day with the stories shaping Singapore &mdash; and your place in it.
Join Neil Humphreys and Audrey Siek as they cover the biggest headlines, trending topics, and everyday conversations, unpacked through fresh perspectives, expert insights, and engaging discussion. From current affairs and social issues to lifestyle trends and community voices, each segment offers a different lens on what&rsquo;s happening &mdash; and what&rsquo;s worth your attention.
And it&rsquo;s not just talk &mdash; it&rsquo;s your voice. Through polls, messages, and live call-ins, listeners are part of the conversation, sharing their views and shaping the discussion in real time. With a mix of clarity, curiosity, and personality, Let&rsquo;s Talk, Singapore keeps you informed, connected, and ready for the day ahead.