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From Chatbots to Agentic AI: The 2026 Shift Every SMB Needs to Know

From Chatbots to Agentic AI: The 2026 Shift Every SMB Needs to Know

In the fast-moving world of digital transformation, the tools we use to communicate are evolving. For years, chatbots have been the standard for automated customer service. But as we move through 2026, a more powerful successor has emerged: AGENTIC AI.

For Managed Service Providers (MSPs) and small business owners, understanding the shift from “conversational” to “agentic” AI is the key to unlocking true operational efficiency.

The Two Sides of Artificial Intelligence

The Two Sides of Artificial Intelligence

No question about it, artificial intelligence (AI) is here to stay. Both generative forms of AI – for content generation, augmentation and automation, are commonly used for productivity. If your company is using AI, you can be sure cyber criminals are, too. Read on to learn about safe and effective use of artificial intelligence, including using it to beat bad actors at their game.

Getting Ready for Artificial Intelligence

Getting Ready for Artificial Intelligence

Data feeds artificial intelligence, and your company’s data will feed the artificial intelligence that you use for automation, content generation, and other tasks. How do you know if your data is ready to train artificial intelligence models, and how will you prepare it for that goal? Read on to learn more about preparing your data for AI’s use, making sure it’s as error- and bias-free as possible, and that your infrastructure is ready, too.

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