Qualcomm Starts Small Business Accelerator Program

Qualcomm Starts Small Business Accelerator Program
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Qualcomm unveiled the Small Business Accelerator Program. It is designed to help small businesses convert to a mobile-first work environment necessary to thrive in today’s business climate.

The comprehensive program will provide small businesses with products powered by Qualcomm solutions, along with collaboration tools and technical and integration support, so they can continue to maintain operations throughout the current global pandemic and beyond. With the launch of the program, Qualcomm and its ecosystem of partners have committed to provide technology products, services and support to US-based small businesses across various industries. Approximately 25 small businesses will be selected and each will receive a unique selection of products and technical support valued at up to US$25,000.

Customized to the needs of the selected small business, the program will provide a variety of devices powered by various compute and connectivity solutions from Qualcomm Technologies, such as Always-Connected PCs, Wi-Fi systems, mobile phones, Bluetooth enabled headsets and active mobile hotspots, along with technical/device integration and support. ​With more businesses depending on cloud-based solutions, these connected products offer enhanced productivity and security for small businesses.

“Small businesses are very important to the country’s economic growth and prosperity,“ said Cristiano Amon, President at Qualcomm. “We create products and services that enable users to stay mobile and connected, which will help small businesses remain competitive as the way we work changes. With the expected support of Best Buy Business, Microsoft, and Verizon Business, the Qualcomm Small Business Accelerator program will provide selected small businesses with an assortment of technology and tools to help them succeed.“

Ecosystem partners, including Citrix, Lenovo, Linksys, Samsung, Sophos and Targus share Qualcomm’s commitment to supporting small businesses and will play key roles in the program. Best Buy Business is also planning to provide technical support. The program will help provide digital structure and transitional support for small businesses in the US.