You do not need enterprise software to get real AI leverage. These tools stay under £50/month and deliver clear ROI for small teams.Top picks:1) ChatGPT Plus — ideation, content, research, automation support2) Notion AI — notes, docs, meeting summaries, internal SOPs3) Canva Pro (with AI features) — quick social/media creative4) Grammarly — fast editing and clear communication5) Zapier starter plans — automate repetitive tasksHow to choose:- Start with the bottleneck that costs most time each week.- Pick one tool for 14 days and track hours saved.- Keep only tools with measurable gain.A simple starter stack under £50/month per user can already transform output if used consistently.