The Knowledge Hub

Why Apprentices are Crucial for SME Growth

Rebecca Taylor

In recognition of National Apprenticeship Week 2022, we spoke to our staff to find out what it's like to be an apprentice at Fleximize and how it benefits the business as a whole

7 Mental Health Tips for Small Business Owners

Peter Tuvey

To mark this year's Blue Monday, CEO Peter Tuvey has put together his top seven tips for small business owners to improve their mental health and support their employees

Going Green: A Roadmap for British Manufacturers

John Pearce

It's not easy being green, but now it's a must. John Pearce of Made in Britain talks us through how British manufacturers are helping each other to go greener, faster

How to Build an Efficient Sales Funnel

Rebecca Barnatt-Smith

A big online following doesn’t necessarily mean more sales for your business. Rebecca Barnatt-Smith explains how optimizing your sales funnel is crucial to lead conversion

Brexit: An SME's Checklist for Trading with the EU

Carla Caroli

To help small businesses feeling uncertain about trading with the EU after Brexit, Carla Caroli from Lawbite shares a step-by-step guide to the cross-border movement of goods

How to Find the Right Packaging Design Partner

Rich Quelch

Packaging can greatly impact your supply chain efficiency, so how can you improve your design? Rich Quelch of DiD talks us through hiring the right packaging partner

Upcoming VAT Changes for SMEs in 2021/22

Ross Bramble

Ross Bramble of Crunch reveals how small businesses can prepare for the upcoming changes to VAT rates and processes in the UK, including the delayed Making Tax Digital scheme

10 Restaurant Sales Techniques to Boost Profits

Laura-Andreea Voicu

Encouraging your staff to upsell to customers can play a big role in boosting your restaurant profits. Here are 10 upselling techniques proven to work.

A Legal Guide to Intellectual Property for SMEs

Kevin Hanson

Intellectual Property can be a small business' most valuable asset, so it's vital to secure the right legal protection. Here's an essential guide from Lawbite's expert legal team

8 Steps to Starting a Wholesale Business

Rebecca Taylor

Despite recent upheaval in the wholesale industry, there is a window of opportunity for entrepreneurs looking to launch a business post-lockdown. Here's a quick guide to get started

How Manufacturers can Leverage AI

Jinender Jain

The emergence of artificial intelligence and augmented reality gives manufacturers a great opportunity to streamline processes and grow efficiently.

An SME's Guide to Supply and Demand

Rebecca Taylor

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 Choose an Inventory Management System

Rebecca Taylor

With recent disruption to supply chains, we discuss how retailers and wholesalers can maximise their efficiency and protect brand reputation with an inventory management system

10 Ways to Win Your Competitors' Customers

Rebecca Taylor

Winning customers away from rival brands is one of the most effective ways to increase your share of the market. Follow these 10 steps to attract and retain new customers

9 Ways to Boost Footfall for your Retail Business

Rebecca Taylor

Struggling to recover your retail footfall after lockdown? Follow these 9 simple steps to increase your foot traffic and drive more sales

Medical Practices: Boosting Patient Engagement

Sam O’Brien

With more and more patients expecting digital-first services, we take a look at four strategies you can use as a medical practice to better serve your customers and improve engagement

A Guide to the New EU VAT E-Commerce Rules

Andrew Diver

​From the 1st of July, the new EU VAT e-commerce rules will introduce significant changes for UK businesses selling to EU consumers. Here's everything you need to know

An SME's Guide to The End of Furlough

Simon Thomas

As the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme comes to a close on 30th September 2021, Simon Thomas explores everything UK SMEs need to know in order to prepare

The UK Start-ups Disrupting the Fashion Industry

Jyoti Patel

To mark this month’s London Fashion Week, we've highlighted five exciting UK startups making a name for themselves in the British fashion industry

A Step-by-Step Guide to Office Clearance

Rebecca Sheeres

If you want to downsize your office, here's a step-by-step guide to office clearance by the experts at AnyJunk, covering everything from choosing a clearance firm to documentation