Advice and Ideas for UK Small Businesses and SMEs
This section introduces a variety of guides and tips around business technology solutions for UK small businesses.
Two-thirds of companies think new technology will grow their business, yet nearly half feel unconfident about using it. Colin O’Flaherty offers a checklist of what to think about when buying-in tech
Business Technology
Business Technology
Cybercrime poses the same level of threat to big companies as well as your small business. But there’s nothing to stop you having the same level of online security as enterprise businesses with hundreds of staff.
Business Technology
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
In-house software development is beyond the reach of most small businesses that need something doing on-time, glitch free and within budget. Outsourcing gives SMEs access to top talent when they need it
Business Technology
Traditional websites are becoming less effective at converting browsers into sales. Offering Live Chat could give you the competitive edge. In fact, SMEs have the most to gain from offering a Live Chat service out of hours - it could be what makes you stand out from the competition.
Business Technology
Future technology such as AI and machine learning will free up small businesses to do more valuable, creative work while increasing productivity, argues Paul Smith
Business Technology
Cloud telephone systems are easy to use and can modernise your communication needs; not to mention save money
Accounts & Tax
If you have a lot of customers Stateside, you'll want them to be able to pay in US dollars. We look at the best payment systems for USD.
Business Technology
Here's how the BoostApps from Lightricks – StoryBoost, VideoBoost and PosterBoost – can help you with your small business marketing
Business Technology
You need to understand your business and its internet needs before deciding on the best broadband and phone deal for you.
Business Technology
We run through five of the most pressing issues for small businesses and the tech tools that will ease the strain
Business Technology
If your small business’s payments system is not PCI compliant, you could find yourself blocked from taking card payments altogether, warns Geoff Forsyth
Business Technology
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
If your office tech is ancient, it might be time to upgrade. We'll help you decide whether new or refurbished is right for your business.
Masterclass Series
Simon Cureton, CEO of Funding Options, explores the benefits of Open Banking for small and medium-sized businesses
Partner content
Now valued at €1.82B, PayFit aims to strengthen its position in its current markets
Masterclass Series
Simon Cureton, CEO of Funding Options, walks us through the 'green boom' in eco-friendly businesses along the growth of green finance
Masterclass Series
This article from Tracc looks at the changing funding landscape and how business owners can improve their chance to secure funding themselves