One in three German very small businesses already automates processes with AI

AI4-Retail synthesis

A Lexware survey of nearly 3,000 businesses with fewer than ten employees finds that 34% already automate part of their processes with AI, up from 16% in September 2025. The article gives concrete examples including collection visuals, product ideas, market analysis and customer-email replies. These uses are especially relevant to independent retail, although the survey is not limited to retail.