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How to Ensure Your Supply Chain Is Ethical
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Darren Hockley of DeltaNet talks us through how UK SMEs can ensure their supply chain is ethical, including potential red flags to look out for and a supplier checklist to bear in mind
The SME Guide to Better Records Management
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Paul Ravey of Access Records Management shares tips on how businesses can refine their records management practices
A Complete Guide to Making Tax Digital
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We share a complete rundown of everything you need to know about the Making Tax Digital scheme, including a useful visual guide to help prepare your business for the deadline
Employee Health Assessments for SMEs
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Marcus Herbert, Corporate Operations Specialist at Nuffield Health, explores the value of intelligent personal health assessments for SMEs
The Biggest Phishing Threats to SMEs in 2019
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It’s imperative that SME owners and employees know exactly how to detect and react to potential phishing threats. Here's what to look out for in 2019
Making Tax Digital: Common Misconceptions
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Tony Mills, tax expert and Director of Online Tax Rebates, dispels some of the most common myths about Making Tax Digital
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
Why Cybersecurity Training is Crucial for SMEs
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Melanie Jones looks at how investing in cybersecurity training can positively impact both your business and your wider workforce
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
Selling an Online Business
— Read More — Selling an Online BusinessHere's Bizdaq CEO Sean Mallon's guide to selling an online business, covering topics such as valuation, maintaining confidentiality and the importance of a transition period
Does Your SME Need a Lone Working Policy?
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We explore why lone working policies are an important component of every SME's Health & Safety process, and how to go about writing one that's tailored to your employees
Employment Law Changes to Look out for in 2019
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From an increase in NMW rates to CEO pay gap reporting, there are a number of employment law changes to look out for in 2019. Here's a closer look at the top 10
Managing Password Protection & Cyber-Stress
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Many SMEs struggle with effective password management and cyber-stress. Ian Pitt of LogMeIn explains how technology can relieve the burden
Establishing a Social Media Policy for Your SME
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Here's why every SME should have a watertight social media policy, along with a four-step guide on how to create one that your employees will abide by
GDPR: How to Rectify Non-Compliance
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Many SMEs are still unsure if they are 100 per cent compliant with the GDPR. Adam Prince shares three changes to make within your business if you suspect non-compliance
Protecting Your Brand's Intellectual Property
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Intellectual property and brand image are an SME's most valuable assets. But how do you go about protecting your brand and enforcing your rights to preserve and grow it?
How Facial Recognition Technology Can Help SMEs
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Identity verification is a vital part of many businesses' customer checks. Rhys David examines how facial recognition technology can help save time and resources
A Guide to Director Redundancy
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Closing down a business can be a complicated process, with directors often overlooking the fact that they are eligible for redundancy pay. Gary Addison talks us through the small print
Why SMEs Need a Secure Remote Working Policy
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Having flexibility over where employees work can result in higher risk of a security breach. ShredallSDS Group's Nik Williams talks us through the importance of secure remote working policies
What is a Trade Mark? A Guide for Businesses
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All businesses have a trade mark - in fact, it's nearly impossible to trade without one. But to truly safeguard your brand reputation, getting your trade mark registered is crucial
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