Our CEO authored an internationally recognized book published by Palgrave/Springer, offering a comprehensive analysis of SME credit ratings and their transformative potential in unlocking funding opportunities. The book addresses the widespread underutilization and misunderstanding of SME credit ratings, illustrating their capacity to connect SMEs with both traditional and alternative funding channels. This authoritative publication serves as a vital resource for policymakers, regulators, and stakeholders by outlining innovative solutions for enhancing the effectiveness, scalability, and adoption of SME credit rating systems. It presents the unique "ecosystem approach," a model that integrates public and private sector frameworks to establish robust SME credit rating industries. Through this approach, the book reintroduces public sector credit rating models as a viable solution tailored to the SME sector. Drawing from extensive research and direct interviews, the book incorporates insights from SME credit rating agencies, government ministries, regulators, and multilateral organizations. It also leverages the CEO’s firsthand experience from high-profile credit rating projects for the World Bank Group, the United Nations, and the African Union. These real-world examples provide actionable strategies and practical policy tools for initiating and sustaining SME credit rating systems. This publication has cemented our position as a thought leader in SME credit rating development, offering innovative pathways for creating inclusive financial ecosystems and enhancing SME participation in global and regional economies.