• Autodesk's new State of Small Business report* shows that small businesses across Design and Make industries are growing nearly 35% faster than the broader small business economy—highlighting their rising role as drivers of innovation and growth.
  • Today, Autodesk is launching Autodesk for Small Business—a new global initiative focused on delivering for small businesses across Design and Make industries.
  • To start, Autodesk for Small Business is anchored by a new online hub, expanded flexibility, and special pricing throughout Small Business Month.

SAN FRANCISCO, May 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Autodesk is launching Autodesk for Small Business to unlock growth for the many small teams and entrepreneurs who depend on its technology.

Across Design and Make industries, more professionals are working independently and building businesses of their own. More than one-third of the workforce* now operates as freelancers or contractors, and nearly 1 in 5 professionals are considering starting their own business this year. Yet these teams are doing high-impact work with limited time, resources, and support. Eighty percent say they struggle to balance running the business with doing the actual work.

As Autodesk's customers and the way they work have evolved, so has the need to better support the full range of businesses that rely on the company's technology, particularly small teams, independent professionals, and growing firms. It's critical that technology and experiences reflect how these teams operate day to day.