How to Fine-Tune Small Language Models for Enterprise Workflows

Small Language Models (SLMs) provide what enterprise environments require: cost effectiveness, low-latency inference, and infrastructure flexibility. Unlike large language models, which require powerful GPUs and rely on the cloud, SLMs allow for on-premises SLM deployment, private VPC hosting, and strict security restrictions. This makes them appropriate for BFSI, healthcare, manufacturing, and B2B SaaS applications in which data residency and control are critical.