Economic factors outside our control can sometimes have an impact on business. In this section we look at how fiscal activity affects business, the implications of government policy, and how you can prepare your business and understand your market, as well as the wider business environment.
Understanding Cash Flow Analysis
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Keeping track of your cash flow is essential to the overall health of your business. Here's a quick look at understanding cash flow analysis and gaining insights from your cash flow statement
Mastering the Art of Demand Forecasting
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Predicting buying habits is key to making better business decisions. Nick Shaw of Brightpearl reveals how businesses can accurately forecast future demand to maximize sales
5 Ways for Small Businesses to Manage Inflation
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From energy prices to wages, spiralling costs pose a serious threat to business recovery and profitability. Here are 5 strategies to protect your SME from the impact of inflation
An SME's Guide to Supply and Demand
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The laws of supply and demand can have a dramatic impact on your profitability as a small business. Find out how you can use these forces to your advantage
How to Make Better Business Decisions
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Making big decisions for your business can seem daunting, especially in times of economic uncertainty. Here's our guide to approaching decision making as a business owner
A Guide to International Franchising
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Mike Ryan, CEO of PACK & SEND, explains how UK businesses thinking of going international with their brand can seize the opportunities on offer
Which European Cities Are UK SMEs Relocating To?
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Matthew Pitt of Wilbury Stratton shares his knowledge on why a record number of UK businesses are relocating to Europe in the lead up to Brexit
A Guide to UK Business Rates
— Read More — A Guide to UK Business RatesHere's everything you need to know about paying business rates bills in the UK, including how business rates are calculated, exemptions, and small business rates relief
SME Guide to Bidding for Government Contracts
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Public sector contracts can provide lucrative business opportunities for SMEs. But how do you go about applying for one? Here's our guide
Brexit Uncertainty: Preparing Your Business
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With uncertainty around Brexit dominating headlines, here's how to keep your business prepared in the face of the unexpected
What is Fintech?
— Read More — What is Fintech?Here's our view of how fintech works and the impact it's having on the landscape of the UK economy
Financial New Year’s Resolutions for SME Owners
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The new year is the perfect time to regroup and revisit your company's financial practices. Here are four resolutions to keep your business in the green this year
UK Exports: Why you should start exporting to Asia
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With high economic growth and ideal market conditions in the Far East, exporting to Asia has never been easier and, potentially, more lucrative for UK SMEs
Dissecting the Aftermath of General Election 2017
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As parliament takes its summer recess and attention turns to Brexit, how does one make sense of the last three months in UK politics? And what's next?
The New £5 Note and the Future of Cash
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The UK's first polymer 5 note was recently introduced as a cleaner and safer form of currency, prompting questions about the survival of cash payments
EU Referendum: Is Brexit or Bremain Best for Your Business?
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With one day left to the EU referendum, we were on hand to help business owners who were still sitting on the fence
Who Likes to Spend Money in the UK?
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Gift retailer, Buyagift, reveals research on regional spending habits and what it means for businesses around the UK
How Deborah Meaden Made Her Fortune
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The Dragons' Den businesswoman, Deborah Meaden, may be worth millions, but how did she achieve her high-flying status? Read her story here
The Career of Steve Jobs
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The Story of Colonel Sanders, KFC Founder
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KFC founder, Colonel Sanders, fought hard for success he triumphed after a lifetime of drama and bad luck. Read about his rollercoaster of a career here
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