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Podium arms 10,000+ SMBs with AI agents powered by GPT-5.1

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Podium has launched an enhanced AI agent, named "Jerry," powered by OpenAI's GPT-5.1 model, to assist over 10,000 small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs). This AI agent automates lead capture, appointment scheduling, and customer service, aiming to significantly boost revenue and conversion rates for local businesses. Early results show a 300% year-over-year AI revenue increase for Podium and substantial growth for its clients, with agents influencing billions in revenue by providing rapid, 24/7 customer interaction. AI

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Podium arms 10,000+ SMBs with AI agents powered by GPT-5.1

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    How Podium is arming 10,000+ SMBs with AI agents

    Discover how Podium used OpenAI’s GPT-5 to build “Jerry,” an AI teammate driving 300% growth and transforming how Main Street businesses serve customers.

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