Amazon fulfilment centre, BedfordshireSponsored article: With Amazon you can – Easily, cost effectively and with minimal risk and outlay E-commerce has revolutionised the world of retail, opening new channels and opportunities for retailers of all sizes. In the past, opportunities for many small to medium businesses ended at the borders of their own country, and international trade was only for large multinational corporations. Today, the global marketplace provides opportunities for companies... Read more >

If you want your business to succeed, it’s imperative that you keep on top of your finances. Although there are few statistics around to prove it, it’s believed that a significant number of businesses that fail don’t do so because there is anything wrong with the business proposition. It’s because they haven’t been able to manage the money coming in and money going out so they can keep on top of their bills. Cashflow forecasting enables you to predict peaks and troughs in your cash balance.... Read more >

Managing director of Search Office Space, Richard Smith, talks about his experiences of starting up the company as well as the many challenges he has faced during his 18 years in the serviced office industry. Established in 1993, Search Office Space was the original serviced office broker in the UK and has since continued to develop into one of the leading companies in the global office space market. Search Office Space prides itself on its personal and professional care and allows clients the opportunity... Read more >

The Government has pledged to open up public sector contracts to SMEs, but how does it work in practice? As part of its stated commitment to the UK’s SMEs, the Government has set targets for 25 per cent of all public sector contracts to be given to SMEs. Public sector bodies, including central government, the armed forces and the NHS, spend around £220 billion a year on goods and services—everything from stationery and office furniture to medical equipment and catering services. So up to £55... Read more >

Many SMEs employ successful outsourcing strategies on a daily basis. Here’s some useful tips to consider when using outsourcing products and services for your business.           Clearly define your requirements and set out what you want before opening it up to proposals. If you don’t know exactly what you need, how will any potential suppliers? Get a selection of proposals from both the UK and overseas, and evaluate them – some may give you ideas that will help you refine... Read more >

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