Five ways to improve customer retention

Winning new customers is important, but many businesses overlook the value of keeping the customers they already have. Existing customers are often more likely to buy again, recommend your business to

Companies House steps up enforcement activity

Companies House is entering a new era of enforcement as it begins making greater use of the powers granted under the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act. The aim is to improve the accuracy

The benefits of Fair Payment Code accreditation

Getting paid on time remains one of the biggest challenges facing many small and medium-sized businesses. Late payments can place pressure on cash flow, increase borrowing requirements and divert

Could exporting help your business grow?

Many small business owners assume that exporting is something reserved for larger companies with dedicated sales teams and substantial resources. In reality, advances in technology, online

Government Backing your Business programme

The government continues to place growing emphasis on supporting smaller businesses through its “Backing Your Business” programme, which is designed to encourage growth, investment and

Companies House ID verification

Major changes are continuing at Companies House as part of the government’s efforts to improve corporate transparency and tackle economic crime. One of the most significant developments is the

Tougher action on late payments

The Government has introduced a landmark new Bill aimed at tackling the growing problem of late payments to small businesses, with ministers describing the measures as the biggest crackdown in more

New employers check list

Taking on your first employee can help a business grow, although it also brings a number of important responsibilities.

Before employing staff for the first time, business owners should consider the

Covering basic business risks

Many business owners spend considerable time focusing on sales growth, staffing and profitability, although basic business risks are sometimes overlooked until a problem arises. A simple review of key

Why cyber security is now a business survival issue

Cyber security is no longer a concern limited to large corporations. Increasingly, smaller businesses are finding themselves targeted by phishing attacks, payment frauds and ransomware incidents, many