AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoEnterprise AI & Operations: Atlantic Coast Enterprises’ Jiffy Lube franchise partner is rolling out Leverege’s PitCrew AI across 66+ stores after a pilot improved service speed and performance. AI in the enterprise stack: Vbrick was named an 11th straight year “Leader” in Aragon Research’s enterprise video platform rankings, as video shifts toward AI-driven workflows. Business tech hardware: Microsoft is expanding its enterprise lineup with Surface Pro 12 for Business and Surface Laptop 8 for Business, adding more security and management options and supporting Intel and upcoming Snapdragon X2 configurations. Cybersecurity: SpyCloud says phishing is surging—78% of large firms saw more phishing volume, and 84% report AI-generated attacks are harder to defend. Local business climate: Norcross City Council is weighing a 150% jump in business occupational license taxes to help balance the 2027 budget. Work & safety: Manitoba RCMP report a 68-year-old died after getting entangled with machinery at a commercial farming business; workplace safety investigations are underway. Impact entrepreneurship: B.C. impact startups say traditional VC still favors fast returns over long-term social goals, even as purpose-driven models become more mainstream.
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