杜创：建好数字生态赋能中小企业

Core Insights - The article emphasizes the significant role of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in driving innovation, promoting employment, and improving livelihoods in China, with over 600,000 technology and innovation SMEs cultivated, including more than 140,000 specialized and innovative SMEs and 14,600 "little giant" enterprises [1] Group 1: Impact of Digital Transformation on SMEs - SMEs are increasingly leveraging third-party digital platforms for various business operations, including sales, research and development, and management, particularly through access to large model platforms and cloud computing, which enhances internal processes and production efficiency [1] - In the past three years, there has been a notable trend of SMEs utilizing cross-border e-commerce platforms like TikTok and Temu to engage in international trade [1] Group 2: Benefits and Challenges of Platformization - The trend of platformization and intelligence is positively impacting SMEs by reducing transaction and production costs, providing operational infrastructure that lowers startup costs and enhances production efficiency [2] - AI algorithms used by platforms can optimize production processes, significantly reducing defect rates and unit production costs [2] - Data generated by platforms can assist external investors and lenders in assessing financing risks for SMEs, addressing the persistent issue of financing difficulties [2] Group 3: Regulatory Considerations - There is a need to establish a regulatory framework for platform economies to prevent potential abuse of market dominance by platforms, ensuring a fair competitive environment for SMEs [3] - Encouraging data development and trading based on platforms is essential, alongside the careful application of antitrust and regulatory policies to combat unfair competition in the platform economy [3]