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Business Technology

This section introduces a variety of guides and tips around business technology solutions for UK small businesses.

Benefits of chatbots for your business

Chatbots can make customer service more efficient, cost-effective and achieve better customer satisfaction.

Business Technology

Business Technology

Call for increased tax breaks for spending on digital services

Signatory Sage has said small businesses embracing technology could add £232 billion of value to the UK economy

Business Technology

5 cyber hygiene mistakes most businesses make

Mark Shepherd, head of general insurance policy at the ABI, outlines his learnings after launching a cyber safety tool for SMEs

Business Technology

The essential guide to point of sale (POS) systems

In this guide, we take a look at everything small business owners need to know about buying a point of sale (POS) system.

Business Technology

Best mobile deals for small businesses

Need a mobile phone for your small business? Here are the things you should be considering and what's available from the UK's biggest networks

Business Technology

How to find the cheapest merchant services for your small business

We explain the various fees charged by merchant services providers, and compare top providers to help you find one that offers your business the best value

Business Technology

HR support services for small business: What are the benefits?

You don't need to hire a whole human resources team for your small business – here's how HR support services could benefit your company.

Business Technology

5 of the best phone systems for your remote workers

With more firms working remotely, business owners are reviewing their phone systems. We talk you through some of the best ones around.

Business Technology

HR support services for small business: What are the benefits?

You don't need to hire a whole human resources team for your small business – here's how HR support services could benefit your company.

Business Technology

5 of the best phone systems for your remote workers

With more firms working remotely, business owners are reviewing their phone systems. We talk you through some of the best ones around.

Business Technology

Top 5 CRM software providers for UK small businesses

Looking for a new CRM software provider for your UK small business? Here are 5 of the best CRM systems to choose from.

Business Technology

Avoid these AI risks in your business

Generative AI has its uses in business but getting it wrong can be damaging. Katherine Evans explores the potential pitfalls

Business car leasing

8 of the best electric cars for small business leasing

Thinking about leasing an electric vehicle for your business? We explain whether it's the right choice for you and which cars to go for

Business Technology

10 practical tips for setting up an e-commerce site

Phil Rothwell of EcomEvolve offers ten practical insights into the essentials of setting up your first e-commerce business.

Business Loans

A guide to getting a small business loan

Everything you need to know on what small business loans are and what types of loan are available for your business.

Partner content

Small business owners: discover alternative funding solutions to help fuel your growth

Business Technology

Why you should upgrade your tech now rather than later

To run an optimal business, you must have optimal tech. We explain why you must upgrade your business technology on a regular basis

Investing in a franchise

Should I buy a franchise or go solo?

Starting a new business is an exciting venture. But – especially in well-established industry sectors – a key question is whether it would be better to buy a franchise or go solo.